Paragliding over Vík: Tandem Flight above the South Coast
Description
Lift off above Vík on a tandem paragliding flight, soaring over black-sand coastline, green mountains and the dramatic landscapes of South Iceland.
See Vík from a completely new angle as the hillside falls away and the South Coast opens beneath your feet. Depending on the wind, the panorama can sweep across Reynisdrangar sea stacks, endless black beaches, mossy slopes and distant glacier country.
No previous experience is needed. After a clear introduction and equipment check, you fly securely with an experienced tandem pilot and simply enjoy the smooth sensation of free flight. Transport from the meeting point to the best available take-off site is part of the adventure.
Add one unforgettable hour to your time in Vík and discover how exhilaratingly peaceful Iceland can feel from the sky.
What is included
- Tandem flight with a qualified pilot
- Paragliding wing, harness and all flying equipment
- Safety helmet
- Transfer from the meeting point to the selected take-off site
- Return to the meeting point after landing
What do I need to bring
- Closed shoes, preferably hiking boots
- Warm insulating layers
- Windproof or waterproof outer layer
- Gloves
- Thin hat that fits beneath a helmet
- Your sense of adventure
Good to know
Meeting point: Diagonally from Katla Information Centre, Víkurbraut 15, 870 Vík
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Arrive at the time shown on your voucher and leave some flexibility around the experience so the most inviting flight window can be used.
Highlights
- A bird’s-eye view of Vík and the South Coast
- Black-sand beaches, green mountains and ocean scenery
- Accessible tandem format with no previous experience required
- A flight route chosen for the day’s best wind
- Small, personal experience with one guest per pilot and wing
Paragliding over Vík: Tandem Flight above the South Coast – Frequently Asked Questions
No. This is an introductory tandem flight, so the pilot handles the wing while you follow a few simple instructions and enjoy the extraordinary bird’s-eye view.
The aim is approximately 10–15 minutes in the air. Wind strength and direction shape every flight, making each route and perspective slightly different.
Set aside approximately 1.5–2 hours for check-in, the drive to the selected take-off site, preparation, the flight and the return to the meeting point.
Meet diagonally from the Katla Information Centre at Víkurbraut 15, 870 Vík. The transfer to the day’s take-off location begins from there.
Yes. A ride from the meeting point to the chosen take-off location and back after landing is included, allowing the launch site to match the day’s wind.
Choose warm layers, gloves, a thin hat that fits beneath a helmet and closed shoes, preferably hiking boots. The air is cooler than the village below.
The current booking product uses a certified equipment range of 25–130 kg. Enter accurate participant details while booking so the correct equipment can be prepared.
Children can participate when they meet the 25 kg minimum weight and genuinely want to fly. A parent or guardian should complete the booking and follow the confirmation instructions.
Paragliding depends on suitable wind. Keeping the surrounding part of the day flexible gives the flight team the best opportunity to choose an enjoyable weather window.
A photo or video package may be available as an optional extra. Select it during booking when shown, or check the choices in your confirmation.