Find your next takeoff.
The Launch Atlas is our global guide to iconic paragliding sites—from big-air alpine playgrounds to mellow coastal glass-off. Pick a region, dive into a launch, then collect the gear that tells your story.
Browse by Region
North America — Rockies, deserts, and just enough drama.
South America — Thermals with attitude.
Europe — Alps, coastlines, legends.
Asia — Himalayas to island hops.
Africa — Wild lift, wilder views.
Oceania — Australia, New Zealand, pure grin.
Middle East — Desert lines and blue horizons.
How It Works
- Tap a region.
- Pick a launch.
- Grab the sticker, mug, or hat.
- Go make it mean something.
Pro tip: Every launch has its own page with a short write-up and links to the gear. Start with a favorite, then… collect the rest.
Looking for apparel first? Shop Flight Gear →
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North America Paragliding Launches
Shop NowFrom Chelan Butte to Point of the Mountain, this continent serves up lift for every kind of pilot. High-desert thermals, smooth ridge runs, and parking-lot debriefs — pure flying culture from coast to coast.
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South America Paragliding Launches
Shop NowFrom Colombia’s cloud streets to Iquique’s endless ridge, South America is big air with bigger attitude. Dusty launches, smooth lift, and post-flight empanadas — the sky here does most of the work.
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United Kingdom Paragliding Launches
Shop NowThe UK proves you don’t need blue skies to fly happy. From the Brecon Beacons to the Dales, it’s all about timing, tea, and tenacity. Ridge lift, soggy boots, and grins you can’t wash off — that’s British free flight.
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Europe Paragliding Launches
Shop NowFrom Chamonix to Interlaken to Annecy, Europe is paragliding’s original playground. Alpine launches, glacier views, and coffee stronger than the lift — this is where free flight grew up.
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Africa Paragliding Launches
Shop NowAfrica doesn’t do subtle. From Morocco’s dunes to Kenya’s thermals, every flight feels like a first ascent. Strong air, long glides, and landscapes that make you forget to check your vario — Africa’s sky flies you.
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Middle East Paragliding Launches
Shop NowFrom Turkey’s turquoise coast to Jordan’s red canyons, the Middle East serves lift with a side of legend. Smooth coastal soaring, desert thermals, and sunsets that feel cinematic — this is flying through history with sand in your harness.
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India Paragliding Launches
Shop NowFrom Bir Billing to Panchgani, India flies with heart and a hint of chaos. Warm air, spicy lift, and sunsets that light the Himalayas gold — every flight feels half adventure, half prayer, and all joy.
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Asia Paragliding Launches
Shop NowFrom Pokhara’s lakes to Nepal’s Himalayan thermals, Asia delivers lift with perspective. Morning monks, afternoon climbs, and evening beers at the LZ — flying here is part adventure, part meditation, and every glide feels sacred.
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Oceania Paragliding Launches
Shop NowFrom Manilla to Wanaka, Oceania is where every launch feels like golden hour. Ridges, dunes, and coastal lift lines that roll forever — a pilot’s paradise with sand in the harness and a grin that won’t quit.