Alanya Paragliding Flight & Cleopatra Beach Landing

Summary

Soaring above Alanya, floating down to Cleopatra Beach

You’ll launch high above Alanya with a pro pilot guiding you every step, drift over city rooftops and pine hills, then touch down right on Cleopatra Beach. Expect bottled water, coffee or tea after your flight, plus air-conditioned transport and insurance included — but it’s that first moment your feet leave solid ground that’ll stick with you most.

What’s the experience like?

I still remember standing at the launch spot in Alanya, my shoes crunching on gravel while the wind tugged at my shirt. Our pilot, Cem, checked the harness and grinned — he’d been doing this for years and seemed to know every updraft by heart. I was nervous (my palms were sweaty), but Cem cracked a joke about his own first flight and somehow that helped. The city looked tiny from up here, roofs glinting in the sun. You could smell pine from the hillside mixed with something salty drifting up from the sea.

Once we took off, everything went quiet except for the wind in my ears and Cem pointing out landmarks — “That’s Red Tower,” he said, and then something in Turkish I couldn’t catch. It felt like floating more than flying, if that makes sense. We circled above Cleopatra Beach (I could see people waving up at us) and I realized how small everything looks when you’re hanging in the sky. The whole flight was maybe ten minutes? Hard to tell because time got weird up there.

The landing was softer than I expected — sand under my feet and suddenly back among sunbathers and vendors selling simit. My legs were wobbly but in a good way. Someone handed me bottled water (thank god), and Cem clapped me on the back like we’d just finished a football match together. There was coffee waiting in the van and honestly it tasted better than any fancy café — maybe just because of the adrenaline or maybe because I didn’t spill it all over myself this time.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Paragliding flight over Alanya

• Meet professional licensed pilots
• Receive safety briefing
• Take off for paragliding flight
• Enjoy 8-15 minutes flight time
• Land at Cleopatra Beach

Top questions

How long does an Alanya paragliding flight last?

Flights typically last between 8 to 15 minutes depending on weather conditions.

Where do you land after paragliding in Alanya?

The landing spot is directly on Cleopatra Beach in Alanya.

Is pickup included for the Alanya paragliding experience?

Yes, air-conditioned vehicle pickup is included with your booking.

Are professional pilots provided for Alanya paragliding?

Yes, all flights are conducted with licensed professional pilots.

Is insurance included in the paragliding tour?

Insurance is included as part of your experience.

Are refreshments available during or after the flight?

Bottled water as well as coffee or tea are provided after landing.

Can travelers with health issues join this activity?

This activity is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal or cardiovascular conditions.

Is public transportation available near the meeting point?

Yes, there are public transportation options nearby if needed.

What’s included

Your day includes insured paragliding over Alanya with a licensed pilot, air-conditioned vehicle transfers to and from launch point and Cleopatra Beach landing zone, plus bottled water and your choice of coffee or tea once you’re back on solid ground.