Paragliding

Paragliding is another popular aerial activity in Vancouver, Coast and Mountains. While it may resemble a parachute, a paraglider floats in sky and surfs on rising air currents in order to soar upwards. In Metro Vancouver, guided tours launch from Grouse Mountain in the spring and summer. In Pemberton, tour operators offer tandem flights with a pilot instructor sitting behind you. There are also great launch sites in the Fraser Valley, including Mount Woodside, Bridal Falls, Lower Bridal, Sumas Mountain, Little Nick, Vedder Mountain, Deroche Mountain, Elk Mountain and Liumchen/Baldy.

For More Information and Flight Sites:
BC Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association: www.bchpa.org
West Coast Soaring Club: www.westcoastsoaringclub.com

Safety Tips: Always paraglide with a pilot who knows the area and has training to take visitors on tandem flights. Did you know? Hot Air Ballooning is a popular afternoon excursion in Mighty Fraser Country, where ballooning tours take you on a relaxing flight over the patchwork scenery of the Fraser Valley.