Macher

Mácher sits on the southern flank of the island, between the airport and the resort coast. The takeoff on Tinasoria / Guardilama at around 450 m rewards pilots with thermal flying and a long view down to the Atlantic.

Why fly here

• The thermal site. When S to SE winds pair with sun on the slope, Mácher delivers more active conditions than any of the coastal sites — the kind of flight where you actually climb instead of just gliding down.
• Winter sweet spot. The site comes alive between November and March, when the south-facing aspect picks up the low winter sun and the seabreeze cycles work cleanly.
• Coastal panorama. The view stretches from the airport runway across the salt flats to the resort coast and beyond.

What to expect on the day

Expect a brisker, more dynamic flight than at coastal launches. You may feel the wing react to thermals — that's the lift doing its job. Flight times are weather-dependent but typically 15–30 minutes.

Best for

Anyone curious about what real thermal flying feels like, and pilots who want the longest air time available on the island in winter.