From the mountains down to the Atlantic ocean, Costa Adeje is a wonderous sight, and there can be no more exciting way to see than from the air. As you pass through Adeje, a glance upwards will reveal shimmering swirls of colour as keen hang gliders soar down from their rocky lauch pads.

Adeje is perfectly suited to “parapente” due to the high mountain ranges and wide open landing areas near to the shoreline. The deep undulating ravines are responsible for a terrific range of thermal currents for the gliders to tap into on their way down. One of the most popular local flight paths is from Taucho down to just beyond the town of Adeje, a drop of some 800 metres.

There are several parapente clubs that operate in the south of Tenerife and they can be found via the Canary Islands Federation of Air Sports web site. It is possible to arrange gliding lessons, complete with instructors and equipment hire, there are even tandem glides where an instructor can guide you down. So if you want to be a little daring, Costa Adeje will rise to the challenge, and reward you with some great memories and photos.