Paragliding · Jacó

Paragliding · Jacó

1 offer 174.61€ Verified March 2026
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The essentials

One option covers Jacó: a 1-hour tandem paragliding flight with Katto Sky Tours at 174.61 €. No experience required, physicalLevel is "Everybody welcome", and the tour runs in Catalan, Spanish, French or English. Book directly through Katto Sky Tours at their meeting point on Costanera Sur. The Pacific coastline and jungle-backed hills of Puntarenas make this a high-visual-impact flight. Reserve ahead during the May-to-September season, when thermal conditions are most reliable.

The offer

Tandem Paragliding Flight over Jaco, Costa Rica

Tandem Paragliding Flight over Jaco, Costa Rica

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Frequently asked questions

What's the most intense moment of the flight?
Launch is the peak adrenaline moment: you accelerate into the air within a few steps and the Pacific coast of Jacó drops away below you instantly. After that, the thermal soaring phase is smoother but the altitude exposure stays constant throughout the 1-hour flight.
Do you need to be afraid of heights to enjoy this?
Not necessarily. Most first-timers report that the sensation is less vertiginous than expected because there's no solid edge to look over. The harness keeps you in a seated position, and your pilot manages the glider entirely. That said, the height exposure is real and sustained for the full hour.
Is this actually suitable for complete beginners?
Yes. The physicalLevel is explicitly "Everybody welcome" and the format is tandem, meaning a certified pilot from Katto Sky Tours handles all controls. Your only job is to run a few steps on takeoff.
What's the best time of year to fly over Jacó?
The activity runs from May through September. Morning slots typically offer smoother air and clearer visibility over the coastline and surrounding hills before afternoon thermal activity builds up.

Practical info

Season

May – September

Equipment

Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable, non-loose clothing since the harness wraps around your body for the full 1-hour flight. Leave bulky bags at your accommodation: a secure pocket for your phone is enough.

Getting there

Head to the Katto Sky Tours meeting point on Costanera Sur in Jacó, Provincia de Puntarenas, easily reachable in under 2 hours from San José via the Costanera Sur highway.

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Updated on 3 March 2026