Our 2024 Colombian adventure has just finished and one question has been asked over and over again 'Can you run a Colombian XC trip but with a smaller group size?' the answer in 2025 is going to be yes!
Next year we are going to be trialling a 6 pilot Colombian XC adventure so if you want all the fun of Colombia but with a smaller group size and the opportunity to have a 1:3 pilot to guide ratio this trip is for you.
With the smaller group size we will continue to focus our attention on our two favourite sites Pie de Chinche and Roldanillo whilst offering a more focused and individual experience to meet pilot objectives. The aim will be to warm up at Pie de Chinche before heading to the world famous Roldanillo to explore the Valle del Cauca before returning to Pie de Chinche to end the trip, hopefully with new PB's under each pilots belt.
Although subject still to confirmation we are aiming to offer villa accommodation on this trip.
Colombia is an easy long haul decision to make. Not only are the conditions perfect for some winter XC but having now run trips to Colombia for ten years we have a reliable network of local contacts who work together to make your trip authentic and hassle free.
Since the change of government 19 years ago Colombia has turned itself around and has become a very popular winter destination for pilots from all over the world. The PWC have a regular spot there every January and lots of Brits make the pilgrimage for what are the best XC conditions for any pilot wanting to escape the long European winters. With easy landing out and retrieve options, there’s never any fear of leaving the hill, just join a gaggle and away you go.
We would recommend pilots interested in this small group XC excursion have a minimum of 100 + hours and be confident with unassisted launching and landing. The focus of this trip is XC so to get the best out of the conditions you should also be comfortable with thermalling.
If this paragliding adventure tickles your fancy contact me to confirm your place. This trip is strictly limited to 6 places per two week trip and will be on a first come first serve basis.
Prices
The cost of this trip is £2,495
What's Included
- Pre-trip consultation to identify personal objectives
- Airport transfers – subject to set pick up and drop off times (Pick up and drop off 10am CLO).
- Accommodation (on a B&B basis – Price includes a Single room in Pie de Chinche subject to availability. In Roldanillo price is based on two sharing for single rooms at this location please contact us)
- Transport to each location, flying sites & XC retrieves
- XC theory and in-flight instruction
- Daily XC tasks set based on weather conditions and individual pilot level
- Expert tuition and endless enthusiasm
What to bring
- Glider in fully serviceable condition
- Suitable reserve parachute system that has been checked and repacked within the last 12 months.
- 2M Radio able to receive and transmit from 142.100 up to 146.400
- Towel
- Sunhat / sunscreen
Please also take a look at our terms and conditions.
Trip Dates
- January 11th - January 25th