Paragliding in Macher
A tandem flight you'll remember for the rest of your trip
About this flying site
Soar over southern Lanzarote with sweeping views down to Playa Blanca, Papagayo's golden beaches, and Fuerteventura on the horizon. Our go-to flight on warm winter days.
The wind decides where we fly
Lanzarote's wind shifts daily: north cliffs, south slopes, or coastal sites depending on conditions. Your pilot picks the best one the morning of your flight; you're booking the experience, not the location.
Macher is one of our regular sites. If conditions line up on your date, this is where you'll fly.
What your flight looks like
Experience required
None. Every flight is tandem with a certified pilot
Best For
Thermal flying with coastal views
Flight highlights
More about Macher
Mácher sits on the southern flank of the island, between the airport and the resort coast. You launch from Tinasoria / Guardilama at around 450 m, and the view runs all the way down to the Atlantic.
Why fly here
- The thermal site. When S to SE winds pair with sun on the slope, Mácher comes alive. This is the flight where you feel the air lift you higher, instead of just gliding down.
- Winter sweet spot. Between November and March the south-facing slope catches the low winter sun and the sea breeze kicks in, which makes Mácher our favourite on warm winter days.
- The whole south coast. From up here the view stretches from the airport runway to Playa Blanca, the coves of Papagayo and Fuerteventura on the horizon.
What to expect on the day
A livelier, more dynamic flight than at the coastal launches. You'll feel the wing find a thermal and start to climb, and that's the moment most guests start laughing out loud.
Best for
Anyone curious about what real thermal flying feels like, and anyone who wants to see the whole south of the island in one go.
Other flying zones in Lanzarote
We fly from sites all across the island. Browse the other zones to see where else your tandem might launch from.
El Cuchillo
Volcanic caldera flights
Famara
First-time flyers and gentle conditions
Mala
Winter flying from October to March
Mirador
Scenic aerial perspectives of northern Lanzarote
Orzola
Coastal soaring with La Graciosa views
Playa Quemada
Coastal soaring toward Papagayo
Tenesar
Coastal ridge soaring with trade winds
Want the complete picture?
Explore our comprehensive flying guide for Macher with detailed information, technical data, and many more photos of this incredible location.
- More photos
- Detailed maps
- Technical info
Common Questions About Flying at Macher
Can I choose to fly from Macher?
Not directly. The wind decides where we launch each day. By booking with us, you get whichever of our sites has the best conditions on your date, picked by your pilot the morning of the flight. Macher is one of our regular sites, so if conditions line up, this is where you'll fly.
Do I need experience to fly at Macher?
No experience is needed. Our certified pilots handle everything. You sit back and enjoy the views.
What will I see during a flight from Macher?
Depending on the site we fly that day, you'll enjoy views of volcanic landscapes, coastal cliffs, and the Atlantic Ocean. Macher in particular offers some of the most spectacular aerial views on the island.
Ready to Fly Over Macher?
Book your tandem flight today. We'll launch from the site with the best conditions on your date. That might be Macher or another of our spots across the island. Every flight is tandem with a certified pilot, and no experience is required.
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