Tandem Paragliding Oludeniz: Mt. Babadag Flight from Fethiye

The parachute inflates overhead, you take a few steps together, and in seconds you're airborne above the Turkish coast.

Tandem paragliding from Mt. Babadag in Fethiye pairs you with a licensed pilot for a 2-hour experience that includes hotel pickup, all equipment, national park entry and insurance. The mountain's stable weather and elevation make it one of the world's premier launch sites. Children from age 5 are welcome; weight limit is 100kg.

The Experience

The day starts with pickup from your hotel in Ovacık, Hisarönü or Ölüdeniz in an air-conditioned vehicle. The 30-minute drive takes you up to Mt. Babadag, where the view from the launch site already tells you why this spot draws paragliders from around the world. At the top, your pilot briefs you on safety procedures and what to expect during takeoff and flight. Once you're both fully equipped, a final check confirms everything is secure.

You walk to the mountain slope and wait for the wind to reach the right conditions. When it does, the pilot inflates the parachute overhead. You take a few steps together—or a short run—and within seconds the parachute lifts you both into the air. The flight itself is the moment the description promises: you're no longer on the ground. The lagoon spreads below, the coastline stretches out, and the only sound is the wind.

The whole experience, from pickup to dropoff, takes about 2 hours. Your pilot handles all the technical work; you handle the part that matters—being present for it. Equipment, insurance and national park entry are included, so there's nothing else to arrange once you arrive.

What’s included

• All paragliding equipment and safety gear.
• national park entrance fee.
• hotel pickup and return transport in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• insurance.
• pilot briefing and safety procedures.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

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Top questions

What's the weight and age limit for tandem paragliding from Mt. Babadag?

Passengers must weigh 100kg or less and be at least 5 years old. Pregnant travelers are not able to fly.

Does the price include pickup from my hotel?

Yes, pickup and dropoff are included from hotels in Ovacık, Hisarönü or Ölüdeniz. The drive to Mt. Babadag takes about 30 minutes.

What languages does the pilot speak?

Pilots are available in English, Portuguese, Russian and Turkish.

How long is the actual flight in the air?

The total experience is about 2 hours from pickup to return, which includes the drive, briefing, equipment setup and the flight itself. Flight duration depends on wind conditions on the day.

What's included in the price?

Paragliding equipment, national park entrance fee, insurance, pickup and dropoff in an air-conditioned vehicle are all included.