Paragliding in
Playa Quemada
A tandem flight you'll remember for the rest of your trip
About This Flying Site
A low coastal cliff on the southern shore. You skim above the sea on the way toward Papagayo's golden coves with Fuerteventura in the distance — the closest a flight here gets to the water.
The Wind Decides Where We Fly
Lanzarote's wind shifts daily — north cliffs, south slopes, or coastal sites depending on conditions. Your pilot picks the best one the morning of your flight; you're booking the experience, not the location.
Playa Quemada is one of our regular sites — if conditions line up on your date, this is where you'll fly.
What Your Flight Looks Like
Experience Required
None — every flight is tandem with a certified pilot
Best For
Coastal soaring toward Papagayo
Flight Highlights
More about Playa Quemada
Playa Quemada is a quiet coastal village in the south of the island, where short sea-cliffs face the Papagayo beaches. With NE to E winds it gives sea-level soaring with a backdrop of turquoise water.
Why fly here
- Right at sea level. The launch is around 45 m above the water, putting you eye-to-eye with the wave faces below.
- Toward Papagayo. On a good day the soaring extends in the direction of the Papagayo coast, one of the prettiest stretches on the island.
- Short drive from the south. If you're staying in Playa Blanca, Yaiza or the southern resorts, this is the closest launch to base.
What to expect on the day
The drive in is short. You'll be briefed at the cliff, lay out the wing, and launch into the coastal flow. Top landings are available behind the takeoff if conditions allow. Expect short, dynamic flights with the sea always close.
Best for
Visitors based in the south of the island, and anyone who wants the most direct sea-coast paragliding experience Lanzarote offers.
Other Flying Zones in Lanzarote
We fly from sites all across the island. Browse the other zones to see where else your tandem might launch from.
El Cuchillo
Volcanic caldera flights
Famara
First-time flyers and gentle conditions
Macher
Thermal flying with coastal views
Mala
Winter flying from October to March
Mirador
Scenic aerial perspectives of northern Lanzarote
Orzola
Coastal soaring with La Graciosa views
Tenesar
Coastal ridge soaring with trade winds
Want the Complete Picture?
Explore our comprehensive flying guide for Playa Quemada with detailed information, technical data, and many more photos of this incredible location.
Common Questions About Flying at Playa Quemada
Can I choose to fly from Playa Quemada?
Not directly — the wind decides where we launch each day. By booking with us, you get whichever of our sites has the best conditions on your date, picked by your pilot the morning of the flight. Playa Quemada is one of our regular sites, so if conditions line up, this is where you'll fly.
Do I need experience to fly at Playa Quemada?
No experience is needed. Our certified pilots handle everything — you sit back and enjoy the views.
What will I see during a flight from Playa Quemada?
Depending on the site we fly that day, you'll enjoy views of volcanic landscapes, coastal cliffs, and the Atlantic Ocean. Playa Quemada in particular offers some of the most spectacular aerial views on the island.