5 PH Destinations Where You Can Experience Paragliding
There’s a new exciting adventure activity that has been the talk of the town. Due to the popularity of the highest-rated 2020 Korean drama, Crash Landing on You, everyone seems interested to try Paragliding, a sports activity wherein a wide canopy similar to the parachute is secured to a person’s body by a harness.
Have you heard that you can also experience paragliding in the Philippines? To help you with that, we prepared a list of Philippine destinations for your next heart-stirring adventure!
Carmona, Cavite
Carmona is named as one of the popular paragliding sites in the country. It’s the ideal area for paragliding for those who don’t want to travel far.
For a price of Php 2,450+, you’ll be able to try this breathtaking activity through High 5 Paragliding and catch fascinating scenery in Mt. Makiling and Tagaytay. Additionally, make sure to pay for a deposit fee of Php 500 to secure your reservation.
Binangonan, Rizal
Situated in the Eastern part of Manila, Binangonan is another well-known flying site in the metro. Note that the Binangonan area is only flyable from mid-October until the end of May, while the perfect time to paraglide is during mornings.
Binangonan is also one of the accessible fly sites near Manila that is offered by High 5 Paragliding.
San Mateo, Rizal
Of course, even during the rainy season, there’s also an area in the country where you can paraglide. San Mateo in Rizal is flyable from June until October. However, if there are thunderstorms, the scheduled paragliding might be canceled.
Paragliding in San Mateo is also available via High 5 Paragliding.
Maasim, Sarangani
Named as the country’s Paragliding attraction, Maasim, Sarangani is visited by foreign tourists because of its breathtaking views and wonders. Get a chance to witness and explore the beauty of Sarangani Bay via the basic 7-day paragliding course offered by Soar High Paragliding Adventure.
You might as well book for tandem flights, which cost Php 3,500.
Lake Sebu, South Cotabato
Who wouldn’t know the picturesque spot of Lake Sebu in South Cotabato? In fact, Lake Sebu is the top destination for brave explorers. You get to discover activities including zipline ride, canoeing, and even Paragliding. Gain new experiences and fly under Lake Sebu skies for eight to 15 minutes depending on the weather.
You can have your paragliding adventure organized by SOX Paragliding Adventure as they offer tandem paragliding adventures daily, basic paragliding course and tandem paragliding course. Customers should book their reservation 15 days before the flight for Php 2,500, while walk-in rates cost Php 3,500.
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