| Area | Municipality | Season given by the tourist board |
|---|---|---|
| Taucho (south-west) | Adeje | September to May |
| La Corona (north) | Los Realejos | Autumn, spring and summer |
| Ladera de Güímar (east) | Güímar | Autumn to spring, often summer |
| Izaña (Teide) | Teide National Park | All year |
| Fasnia volcano (south-east) | Fasnia | Not stated |
Source: Tenerife tourist board, read 7 November 2026. The board says flying is possible all year but depends on the weather of the day, and that expert pilots do best from October to May.
Where the island flies
The tourist board describes three zones that are easiest to reach: the north around Los Realejos, the south-west around Adeje, and the east around Güímar. The take-off points it names are the Fasnia volcano, Ifonche, La Corona, Ladera de Güímar and Taucho. From Izaña, pilots take off from the Teide side, with landings possible to the north or south; flights there start from the base of the national park. At Fasnia, pilots land on the esplanade at the foot of the volcano.
For most visitors the practical choice is the south-west. Taucho is in central Adeje, in the municipality of the Costa Adeje resorts, and you should check on the offer page where the GetYourGuide tandem flight takes off. The season of Taucho on the table above runs from September to May, so a summer booking in this zone is the one to confirm with the company.
There is no official launch infrastructure
The board states plainly that there is no official take-off or landing infrastructure on the island. Its advice is to fly under local pilots or companies and to contact the Air Sports Federation (FECDA) with questions: [email protected], +34 928 400 805 or +34 615 602 329. For a tourist this means the company you book decides the site on the day, depending on wind and cloud.
What is banned
The board lists the federation rules that apply to every flight:
- No flying in airport security zones, aerodromes, air corridors or restricted flight zones.
- No flying from dusk to dawn.
- No flying inside clouds.
- No flying over crowds.
- No flying over towns and villages below 300 m, except for an emergency landing.
- Any other restriction set by the competent authority or the federation.
Three ways to fly
- Tandem with a company. You are harnessed to a pilot, the wing and harness are theirs, and you do not need to arrange anything yourself. This is the option for a holiday.
- A course. The board lists courses at schools and companies affiliated with the federation, for people who want to learn to fly.
- Your own equipment. Experienced pilots can bring their own wing. The board notes that equipment rental is uncommon because the gear is personal.
Timing a flight in your trip
Tenerife has its own weather patterns by altitude, so do not fix your flight on the first day. If you are staying in Costa Adeje or Playa de las Américas, keep a spare day in the week, because the board says flying depends on the weather of the day. For the rest of the island, see Tenerife in winter and the best time to visit Tenerife.
If you would rather see the south-west coast from the sea than from the air, the Los Gigantes boat trip covers the same cliffs from below, and the Costa Adeje page explains the resort area.
If you prefer the water, see scuba diving in Tenerife and the catamaran cruise.
Mistakes to avoid
- Booking a flight for the wrong month in a zone with a limited season, such as Taucho outside September to May.
- Assuming a booked slot will fly whatever the weather: the board says flying depends on the weather of the day.
- Trying to rent a wing for your own flight: the board says equipment rental is uncommon.
- Expecting a signed launch site with services: there is no official infrastructure.
FAQ
Can I paraglide in Tenerife all year?
Yes in principle: the tourist board says flying is possible all year, but it depends on the weather of the day. Expert pilots do best from October to May.
Where do tandem flights take off?
The board names Taucho in Adeje, La Corona in Los Realejos, Ladera de Güímar and Ifonche in the Güímar area, the Fasnia volcano, and Izaña on the Teide side. The company chooses the site on the day.
Do I need experience for a tandem flight?
No. A tandem flight is flown with a pilot, and the board lists tandem flights with a company as one of the ways to fly.
Is paragliding allowed over towns?
Not below 300 m, except for an emergency landing, under the federation rules quoted by the tourist board.
Who do I contact about rules?
The Air Sports Federation, FECDA, at [email protected] or +34 928 400 805.
The Tenerife Authority editorial team, 7 November 2026.
