Tandem Paragliding Tour near Reykjavik over Lava Fields

Tandem Paragliding over the Rugged Lava Fields at Blue Mountains

Overview

Experience paragliding in Reykjavík with sweeping views of lava fields, geothermal areas, snow capped mountains, the city, and the Atlantic Ocean. This tandem paragliding flight is designed for first timers, you bring your sense of adventure and your licensed instructor takes care of the rest.

🗺️ What to Expect

Your experience begins with a warm welcome and a clear safety briefing, followed by gearing up with all required equipment. After the instructor inflates the wing and completes final checks, you will take a few steady steps until you are walking on air, then silently gliding with the birds, powered only by rising air and the Icelandic landscape beneath you.

Flight time depends on weather, but airtime is typically 10 to 15 minutes. Total time is usually 2 to 3 hours including transport to and from central Reykjavík, plus preparation time.

✨ Highlights

• 🪂 Feel the pure thrill of motor free flight on a tandem paragliding intro experience
• 🌋 Soar above rugged lava fields and geothermal areas near Reykjavík
• 🏔️ Take in views of snow capped mountains, cityscapes, and the Atlantic Ocean
• 🧑‍✈️ Fly with licensed instructor pilots from the Reykjavík Free Flying Club
• 🧰 All safety equipment included, just dress for the weather
• 📸 Optional GoPro on a stick available as a bookable extra

📍 Itinerary

1. Pick up (if selected), begins 30 minutes before your booked time
2. Transfer from central Reykjavík to the flying area, timing varies by conditions
3. Arrival and preparation, meet your instructor, safety briefing, gear fitting
4. Inflation and final checks, the wing is prepared and all safety checks are completed
5. Tandem flight, typically 10 to 15 minutes airtime, weather dependent
6. Return transfer back to central Reykjavík

✅ What’s Included

• All safety equipment
• Tandem introductory flight with a licensed paragliding instructor pilot
• Transport to and from central Reykjavík, when pick up is selected

❌ Exclusions

• GoPro on a stick footage, available as a bookable extra
• Personal camera use, you may bring one at your own risk

ℹ️ Important Information

Difficulty: Easy.

Total duration: Allow 2 to 3 hours including transport and preparations. Airtime: Typically 10 to 15 minutes depending on weather.

Meeting location: Blafjallavegur (road no. 417), off Sudurlandsvegur (road no. 1), by the second car parking area.

Pick up: If selected, starts 30 minutes before your booked time.

Minimum age: Under 18 years need parents written permission.

Weight limits: 20 to 120 kg, or 45 to 265 pounds.

What to wear: Outdoor clothing according to weather and sturdy shoes.

Weather and cancellations: This experience is subject to weather conditions. If the operator needs to cancel because of weather, you will be offered a reschedule, an alternative, or a full refund. Due to how fast the weather changes in Iceland, a flight can never be guaranteed. If you do not manage to get airborne during your stay in Iceland, you will receive a 100% refund.

Operator note: A Tandem Paragliding Flight is a legitimate introductory flight operated by licensed paragliding instructor pilots from the Reykjavík Free Flying Club.

🎟️ Ready to Fly Above Iceland’s Lava Fields?

Secure your place for a tandem paragliding experience that showcases Reykjavík from an unforgettable angle. With expert instructors, included safety gear, and the option to add GoPro footage, this is one of the most exciting ways to try paragliding in Reykjavík while conditions are right.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ

1) How long is the experience, and how much time is spent in the air?
Total time is typically 2 to 3 hours including transport to and from central Reykjavík and preparations. Airtime depends on weather, but it is usually 10 to 15 minutes.

2) Do I need any experience to join this tandem flight?
No prior knowledge is needed. As a tandem passenger you fly with an expert instructor, making this tandem paragliding introductory flight suitable for first timers.

3) Where is the meeting point for the tour?
The location is Blafjallavegur (road no. 417), off Sudurlandsvegur (road no. 1), by the second car parking area. If you select pick up, it starts 30 minutes before your booked time.

4) What should I wear, and is equipment provided?
Wear outdoor clothing according to the weather and sturdy shoes. All safety equipment is included.

5) What happens if the weather is bad and I cannot fly?
Because paragliding in Reykjavík is weather dependent, the operator may need to cancel for safety reasons. You will be offered a reschedule, an alternative, or a full refund, and if you do not get airborne during your stay in Iceland you receive a 100% refund.