# Paragliding in Ella URL: https://staging.rapidadventures.lk/experiences/paragliding-in-ella > Soar Beyond the Ordinary **Rating**: ★ 5.0 / 5.0 (22 reviews) **Location**: Ella (6.7535517, 81.0439304) **Duration**: 20 Minutes **Difficulty**: Easy **Season**: Seasonal Availability (2025-11-01 to 2026-04-30) **Booking Requirements**: Minimum 1 guest ## Overview Take to the skies on a tandem paragliding flight over the highlands near Ella. Launch from the Makaldeniya - Poonagala ridge and glide for 15-20 minutes over tea estates, valleys, waterfalls and paddy fields, with an internationally certified pilot by your side. No experience needed. Your pilot handles the flying, so you can just enjoy the views. Free pickup from Ella is included. ## Location & Coordinates - **Area**: Ella - Sri Lanka’s laid-back hill town for views, hikes, and waterfalls - **Coordinates**: Latitude 6.7535517, Longitude 81.0439304 - **Google Maps**: https://maps.app.goo.gl/roSxfyWkeB677WwL9 Ella is a scenic mountain village known for its viewpoints, tea estates, and relaxed vibe. A favorite for hikers and nature lovers, with famous spots like Nine Arch Bridge, Ella Rock, and misty mountain trails. ## Operating Hours & Sessions - **Operating Schedule**: Paragliding is available daily from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM during daylight hours. Morning and late afternoon flights are the most popular, with evening sessions offering especially stunning views of the sunset. - **Daily Hours**: 07:30 - 17:30 ## Itinerary ### Pickup from Ella We pick you up from your accommodation in Ella and take you to the Makaldeniya - Poonagala take-off site. Guests with their own transport can meet us at the site. ### Welcome & Safety Briefing Meet your certified pilot for an introduction and a full safety briefing. Participants sign a standard declaration form before flying. ### Pre-Flight Preparation Your pilot fits and checks all flying equipment, then walks you through the take-off. ### Tandem Paragliding Experience Enjoy 15-20 minutes in the air (weather permitting), with panoramic views of tea estates, valleys and the surrounding mountains. ### Assisted Landing Glide down to a smooth landing in the paddy fields of Wellawaya, with your pilot guiding you all the way. ### Return Transfer Our transport takes you from the landing site back to the take-off point to wrap up your sky adventure. ## Included - 15-20 minute tandem paragliding flight (weather permitting) - Internationally certified professional tandem pilot - Safety briefing and all flying equipment - Take-off and landing assistance - Return transport from the landing site to the take-off site - Free pickup from Ella - Bottled water - All applicable taxes ## Excluded - GoPro / Insta360 photos and videos (available as an add-on) - Drop-off back to Ella (unless confirmed at booking) - Food and beverages - Tips for your pilot - Travel insurance - Personal expenses - Additional services not mentioned in the package ## Things to Know ### What to Bring & Preparation - Comfortable Clothing - Wear comfortable, windproof clothing and secure footwear - Cameras - Bring along your good spirits and a thirst for adventure ### Safety Instructions - No strict age limit — suitability assessed individually. - Flights operate only in safe, favorable weather. - Do not consume alcohol, intoxicants, or heavy meals before activities. - We need to know if you are suffering from heart conditions, epilepsy, or any other medical condition before participating in our activities. Especially food allergies. - Be honest about your level of fitness. Do not attempt an activity if you are not in a condition to participate. - Please wear suitable clothing and shoes for the activity. Make sure they're comfortable and that you won't mind them getting a bit damp or muddy. - Follow the guide’s instructions at all times. We are not liable for injuries or damages caused by ignoring safety briefings or instructions. - Safety is our top priority, so please respect the decision of your guide. ### Terms & Policies - Please refer all the General Terms and Conditions prior to your journey in addition to the below. - Please ensure that your health insurance policy is valid in Sri Lanka for the safety of all concerned and, most importantly, for you. - Paragliding is a weather-dependent activity. Flights may be delayed, rescheduled, or cancelled at short notice due to wind conditions, weather changes, or safety considerations beyond our control. Such decisions may be made close to the scheduled flight time to ensure participant safety. ## Additional Information & Custom Attributes - **Location**: Poonagala - **Weight Limit**: 120 KG ## Customer Reviews & Ratings **Overall Rating**: ★ 5.0 / 5.0 (22 verified reviews) ### Rating Breakdown - **Experience Quality**: 5.0 / 5 - **Location**: 5.0 / 5 - **Value for Money**: 5.0 / 5 - **Listing Accuracy**: 5.0 / 5 - **Host Communication**: 5.0 / 5 ### Recent Guest Reviews - **Optiek Dominiek** (5/5 via TripAdvisor): "Fantastic experience and beautiful views! " - Fantastic experience and beautiful views! The flight was exciting without feeling stressful. Definitely something I would recommend trying while in Sri Lanka. - **Hendric Schmidt** (5/5 via Google): "Overall a great experience!" - I came to Sri Lanka do some solo Paragliding and found them over Instagram. They have a nice crew and the area is fun to fly, just be careful with Lee situations at the takeoff. - **Imran Deen** (5/5 via Google): "The team was professional and welcoming throughout" - Taking off and suddenly being up in the air was such an amazing feeling. The views of the Sri Lankan landscape from above were something I won't forget. The team was professional and welcoming throughout. - **Prodipto Saha** (5/5 via Google): "Amazing experience!" - One of the most memorable things we did in Sri Lanka! The flight was smooth, the views were beautiful, and the instructor made us feel safe throughout. - **Avinash Dubey** (5/5 via TrustPilot): "What an incredible adventure!" - I had never tried paragliding before, so I was quite nervous at first. The instructor made me feel comfortable and explained everything before takeoff. Once we were flying, I completely forgot about being nervous. The views around mountains and paddy fields were beautiful!