Tandem paramotor attracts a lot of interest from people who want to enjoy an aerial experience in Gran Canaria. It is a powered form of flight that can take off from flat ground and offer a very different perspective of the landscape.
At the moment, Aventura en Canarias does not offer tandem paramotor flights as a regular service. Even so, we have created this article to explain what it is, how it works and what alternatives you have if you want to fly accompanied by a pilot in Gran Canaria.
What is a tandem paramotor flight?
A tandem paramotor flight is a powered flight experience where the passenger is accompanied by a pilot and the paraglider uses an engine to gain height and stay in the air. Unlike non-powered paragliding, it does not depend as much on a slope or an elevated take-off area.
Take-off can be done from flat ground, as long as the space, wind, regulations and safety conditions allow it. That is why many people see it as a more flexible form of flight in terms of possible take-off areas.
Difference between paramotor and tandem paragliding
The main difference is the engine. In traditional tandem paragliding, the flight uses wind, terrain and rising air masses. In paramotor, the engine’s thrust helps with take-off and keeps the flight going.
Both experiences allow you to fly with a pilot, but the feeling can be different. Non-powered paragliding is usually quieter and depends more on the weather and terrain. Paramotor, on the other hand, includes the sound and propulsion of the engine.
Can you do tandem paramotor in Gran Canaria?
There may be pilots, schools or companies in Gran Canaria that work with paramotor, but it is not a service that we currently offer regularly at Aventura en Canarias. If you are looking specifically for paramotor, it is best to check current availability with specialised operators.
If your main goal is to experience flying with a pilot and seeing the island from the air, a direct alternative is tandem paragliding, which we do offer as one of our main flying experiences.
Alternative: tandem paragliding in Gran Canaria
A tandem paragliding flight allows you to discover Gran Canaria from the air without previous experience. You are accompanied by a pilot, receive a few basic instructions before take-off and can focus on enjoying the landscape and the feeling of flying.
The experience depends on the wind and the conditions of the day, so the flying area is chosen according to safety, weather and flight quality criteria.
When to choose paragliding instead of paramotor
If you are looking for a quieter experience, more connected with the wind and with a purer free-flight feeling, tandem paragliding can be a very good option. It is also an interesting alternative if you want to try flying with a pilot without choosing a powered modality.
If, on the other hand, you are specifically looking for a powered flying experience, it is best to contact a specialised paramotor provider and confirm whether the service is available for the date you need.
Videos and flying experiences in Gran Canaria
If you want to see more real free-flight experiences in Gran Canaria, you can subscribe to our YouTube channel and watch our paragliding video playlist.
Are you looking to fly with a pilot in Gran Canaria?
If you arrived here looking for tandem paramotor, but what you really want is an aerial experience accompanied by a pilot, tandem paragliding may be the closest option currently available with us.
Check the updated information here about tandem flying with a pilot in Gran Canaria.