Experiences / Colombia: Andes to Caribbean

Chicamocha Paragliding & Río Suárez Rafting

Fly over a 2,000 m deep canyon, then tackle Class IV whitewater

Duration
10 h
Difficulty
Hard
Group size
2–10
Minimum age
14
Cancellation
Flexible
Meeting point
San Gil, main park
Operated by
Palma de Cera Aventura

Overview

San Gil is Colombia's adventure capital, and this combo packs its two signature experiences into one day. In the morning you take off on a tandem paraglider over the Chicamocha Canyon, riding thermals above a gorge nearly 2,000 m deep.

In the afternoon you switch to the Río Suárez, one of the most powerful rivers in the country, for a run of Class IV rapids with expert guides and safety kayakers.

Highlights

  • Tandem paragliding over the Chicamocha Canyon
  • Class IV rapids on the Río Suárez
  • Two signature San Gil adventures in one day
  • Certified pilots and river guides
  • Safety kayakers on the river

Included

  • Tandem paragliding flight (30 min)
  • Rafting with all equipment
  • Transport between sites
  • Lunch
  • Insurance

Not included

  • Flight video
  • Tips

Before you go

Must be able to swim. Weight limit for paragliding is 100 kg. Rafting on the Suárez depends on water levels.

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