Alanya Paragliding — the Mediterranean's most colourful tandem ride
Takeoff from the 700 m Yunus Hill, glide right over the Alanya Castle and land softly on the golden sand of Cleopatra Beach — Turkey's most accessible paragliding experience. 300+ flyable days per year, 15-25 min tandem flight, free Alanya city transfer and TÜRSAB licence 16968.
Why Alanya?
- Ideal climate: 300+ flight days per year between April and November, plus sunny winter days.
- Unique view: the 13th-century Seljuk castle, the turquoise Mediterranean, the Taurus Mountain silhouette and Cleopatra Beach — all in a single flight.
- Easy access: Gazipaşa Airport (GZP) 45 min away, Antalya Airport (AYT) 2 hours.
- Beginner-friendly: no experience required. Ages 4 to 70, weight 30 to 110 kg.
- TÜRSAB 16968 + Turkish social security + private personal accident insurance.
How the flight works
- Hotel pickup. Free transfer from Alanya centre, Mahmutlar, Avsallar and Konaklı.
- 20-minute drive to the 700 m Yunus Hill takeoff point.
- Instructor briefing (5 min): harness fitting, takeoff drill, safety rules.
- Takeoff: 3–4 running steps and you're airborne — this is where the adrenaline kicks in.
- 15-25 min tandem flight over Alanya Castle, Red Tower, Damlataş Cave and Cleopatra Beach.
- Landing: soft sand landing at Cleopatra Beach.
- Media delivery: Gold and Diamond packages receive same-day WhatsApp delivery.
Flying season in Alanya
| Month | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|
| April – May | ✅ Ideal | Spring, clear skies, stable wind |
| June – September | ✅ Peak | Prefer early morning or late afternoon |
| October – November | ✅ Ideal | Crisp visibility, mild temperatures |
| December – March | ⚠️ Daily | Sunny-day operations, confirm in advance |
FAQ
- "I've never flown before — will I be scared?" In tandem, the pilot takes full control. Early nerves turn into adrenaline within 10 seconds.
- "Will I really land on Cleopatra Beach?" Yes — depending on wind, the pilot lands on the beach's dedicated landing zone.
- "Can I fly with a female pilot?" The Diamond package includes a female-pilot option (pre-booking required).
- "What happens if the weather is bad?" We may reschedule or offer an alternative date. You have free cancellation with full refund up to 24 hours before your flight.
- "I arrive at Gazipaşa Airport — can I fly the same day?" Yes. Free transfer covers any Alanya hotel or airport pickup (reservation required).
TÜRSAB 16968 — operating in Alanya since 2016
Since 2016, Flynow Turkey has carried out 15,000+ tandem flights with a 4.9/5 average across Google and TripAdvisor. Our equipment meets EU standards and our pilot licences are approved by the Turkish Air Sports Federation (THSF). Every flight is covered by state SGK + private personal accident insurance.
