Paragliding
Tandem paragliding initiation flight
Description
Paragliding in the Gouffre Valley
Paragliding is closest way there is of flying like a bird. The silence, the landscape under your feet, the sliding air that supports you… Tandem flying requires no experience on behalf of the passenger. A two-seat paraglider with a larger wing surface is used. The few safety steps necessary to insure a safe take-off are given by the pilot instructor before the flight.
The tandem paragliding flight is the ideal activity for those who wish to experience the sensations of free flight at least once without investing in formal training.
Location: wind speed and direction determine where the flight takes place.
- Mont des Florents in Baie-Saint-Paul, altitude 350m
- Cap Martin in St Urbain, altitude 450m
Technical explanation
During the flight, the passenger is placed to the front of and slightly below the pilot, not so as to block his vision. This way, the passenger can freely admire the panorama all around him (or her). Besides, being seated during the flight allows one to take in the experience in relative comfort.
The flight is entirely controlled by the pilot instructor. Nevertheless, conditions permitting, the passenger can also try his/her hand at piloting the paraglider under the pilot's supervision. Don't worry! It is completely optional and up to you to decide!
Information and price
Opening period
Year round
Reception
Shell Service Station A. Côté, 1600 Blvd Mgr de Laval, Baie St Paul, QC G3Z 3B6 (at intersection of route381
Price for each participant
| Tandem paragliding flight | |
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| Adults (14+) | $ 114 |
Package
The package includes…
- Qualified pilot supervision
- Basic instructions
- Necessary flying equipment
The package excludes…
Your personal sports garments Taxes (14.975 %)
Equipment
Included equipment
- One Wing
Required equipment
- Athletic shoes
- Windbreaker
- Seasonal flexible clothing
Route and length
Flights in the Gouffre Valley
- Difficulty level
- This activity is accessible to all. Age doesn't matter nor does physical condition as long as you are capable of running a few steps during takeoff. However, if you are under sixteen years of age, parental consent is required.
- Duration
- Flight duration depends on weather conditions at the time. As there is no motor to assist with flight, only updrafts can allow us to stay airborne for a
- Generally, flights last between 15 to 20 minutes, depending on conditions.
Departure hours
Between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Once you have made your reservation, contact us by telephone the day before your activity to confirm the next day's flight.
- We will then give you the exact time of the flight.
Note that because of changing weather conditions, it is preferable to leave yourself some leeway in your schedule.
Contact us for details and to book your reservation.
Map
Booking
Reservation conditions
- Reservation requests using the form included below will be processed quickly.
- We shall call you to complete your reservation
- Reservations must be confirmed by credit card.
- The deposit at the reseration is 50% of the total amount.
Cancellation policy
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In case of cancellation by Katabatik for reasons of security related to weather conditions:
- A new reservation is made at the customer's convenience;
- If it is impossible for the customer to make a new reservation, the excursion is cancelled free of charge.
- The decision to cancel made by Katabatik always takes place at the starting point and departure time of a given activity.
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For reservations cancelled by the customer:
- You can modify or cancel your reservation free of charge up until noon (12 p.m.) the day before the activity.
- For any cancellation made after noon (12 p.m.) the day before the activity, the 50 % deposit is not refundable.
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