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.

Before you book

Lasts 2h, runs every day, 5 start times, from US$ 174 per person, with a live guide in English, Portuguese, Russian and Turkish, as a private tour and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery day5 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 16:30Last departure this season: 31 Dec

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AgesAdult (10 to 80 years) · Infant (5 to 9 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Portuguese, Russian and Turkish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Hanuman Paragliding

Is this one for you?We handle the pickup and gear. You just show up for the flight from one of the world's best launching sites.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Portuguese, Russian and Turkish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (5 to 9 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

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.

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.