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Paragliding and paramotor course

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A person holding a paraglider wing overhead on a green fieldA yellow paraglider wing and a small trike against a wide open skyParatrike over the Algarve: the wing above, the sea to the left and the sand to the right
Duration
3–4 days a phase

A course with FPVL or FPA instructors. Each phase runs 3 to 4 days and starts at €400. The learner licence and the year's insurance are not included.

What to expect

  1. Phase 1Ground and low flight. 3 to 4 days. €400.
  2. Phase 2Medium-altitude flights. 3 to 4 days. €400.
  3. Phase 3Mountain flights. 3 to 4 days. €400.
  4. Phase 4Thermal and cross-country. 3 to 4 days. €400.

What's included

Included

  • Instructors accredited by FPVL or FPA
  • Four phases, each 3 to 4 days

Not included

  • Learner licence, €35
  • Annual personal accident and civil liability insurance, €90

Meeting point

Take-off is between Albufeira and Portimão, about 6 km from Albufeira marina. FlyAlgarve sends the exact spot the day before, after the forecast. Arrive 5 minutes early. There is no transfer.

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