Paragliding with Paragliding Tandem Istra in Croatia, Motovun
PJK Paragliding Istra
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Tandem Paragliding and flight training with Paragliding Tandem Istra in Croatia,
Paragliding Tandem Istra
One of the best ways and best regions in Croatia to experience joys of flying like a bird is going paragliding in Istra (or Istria) in a tandem with a paragliding instructor you can trust. In Istra one is able to fly all year round due to the soft Mediterranean weather although from May until November is the best season for it.
PJK Paragliding Istra is a Flight Training Facility based in Motovun, at the heart of Istra's picturesque landscape. Motovun (see picture above) is a famous truffle town with incredible views from its 1000 years old fortified walls. As you go for a tandem flight, your family and friends can enjoy watching you take off with our paragliding instructor while they are comfortably enjoying their drink or a truffle meal at one of the local restaurants located at the main square just above the take off. Later on you can wave at them from the air, enjoying incredible views of the old town and surrounding valleys. We are also flying from other stunning locations in Istria, all weather dependent.
People who went flying with us say it's a life changing experience.
Experience the magic of Istria from the Air. Paragliding Tandem flight in Istria will take you over magical old towns. What better way is there to make your vacation a dream come true?!
In a tandem you are able to fly without any previous experience. You will instantly become a part of our team. After a 15 min briefing you get to fly with a highly trained instructor, which is the easiest and safest way to experience the thrill of paragliding.
PJK Paragliding Istra is a Flight Training Facility based in Motovun, at the heart of Istra's picturesque landscape. Motovun (see picture above) is a famous truffle town with incredible views from its 1000 years old fortified walls. As you go for a tandem flight, your family and friends can enjoy watching you take off with our paragliding instructor while they are comfortably enjoying their drink or a truffle meal at one of the local restaurants located at the main square just above the take off. Later on you can wave at them from the air, enjoying incredible views of the old town and surrounding valleys. We are also flying from other stunning locations in Istria, all weather dependent.
People who went flying with us say it's a life changing experience.
Experience the magic of Istria from the Air. Paragliding Tandem flight in Istria will take you over magical old towns. What better way is there to make your vacation a dream come true?!
In a tandem you are able to fly without any previous experience. You will instantly become a part of our team. After a 15 min briefing you get to fly with a highly trained instructor, which is the easiest and safest way to experience the thrill of paragliding.
Highlights
- Environmentally friendly
- Multilingual staff
Skill level
- Beginner
Spoken languages: English, German
Reservations
Instructors photos and training programs
Paragliding Licence Course
Before the start of the course the Student needs to obtain LAPL medical certificate.
Our 16 days Learn to Paraglide course Overview and Progression - All aspects of our course are conducted on site !
- Introduction to the Sport : License legals, Rules and regulations, course overview etc.
- Equipment explained : All aspects and parts of the glider and harness are explained in a detailed session.
- Ground Handling : Forward and Reverse Launch, learning to handle the glider in varying launch wind conditions.
- Training Slope Flights : A shallow (low) slope is used to gain confidence at take-off and landings before moving on to the High Flights stage
- Tandem High Flights : We are one of the few schools that includes Tandem Flights prior to a students first solo High Flight. This improves confidence and introduces various types of landing approach and some aspects of ridge soaring and thermaling.
- Solo High Flights : From 550m Raspadalica take off or 163m Kastelir take off under full radio control with instructors at the top and bottom to safely guide you all the way. One of the most rewarding experiences you can have to fly solo for the first time from a high mountain.
- Landing Approaches : Depending on conditions and situation 2 types of landing approaches are used - "aircraft circuit" and "figure 8" (base line).
- Ridge Soaring : Using the upward wind flow over a hill, ridge or cliff to soar
- Thermaling : We are one of the few schools that actively teaches you in theory and practise how to fly and use thermal lift in the novice license course (created by columns of hot air rising). A must for doing XC flights later on.
- Big Ears : a height loss and stability manoeuvre. An important and required skill.
- Rear Riser Steering : a method used in case the brake lines are jammed or inoperable due to knots or broken lines.
- Speed System : Understanding how to connect and use the speed system
- Emergencies : A thorough progression of theoretical understanding and practical application of emergency situations, the gliders reaction, correct pilot input and safe exit
- Top Landing : when conditions allow, full radio control to demonstrate this Intermediate level skill where you land back on top near the launch area in the ridge soaring conditions.
- Cross Country (XC) Theory : Learning how to use thermal lift allows you to eventually fly XC which is the aim of many that take to the skies in a paraglider.
- Theory Lessons & Theory exam: Approx. 13hrs of real classroom theory covering all the minimum topics required and a whole lot more that no other schools teach. An 80 question theory exam needs to be passed at the end of the 2nd week.
- Practical Exam: A practical exam needs to be passed at the end of the 2nd week.
- Included Extras - additional important skills noted above (that most other schools don't do) include : top landings (only in suitable conditions), detailed emergency situations theory, and basic thermaling and cross country (XC) theory tuition.
- Tuition can be conducted in English, German, Croatian and Slovenian language.
The price of the course is 7500kn.
Cost of training
Tandem flight
Paragliding Tandem 15-20 min Flight costs 700 Kn / €95.One in-flight picture is included in the price.
In flight video available.
Adventure Tandem Flight
1 hr1400 Kn (€190)*
XC Course
1 day1600 Kn (€220)
minimum 2 participants
XC Tours
1-7 daysIndividual price
minimum 2 participants
Things to do
- Health Club
- Mountain walking
Availability (Seasonality)
January - December
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