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Calling all adrenaline junkies! Experience the thrill of paragliding in Oludeniz

Take in the amazing views of Oludeniz from the skies and land on the beach. If you plan to do only one activity whilst on holiday in Turkey, it has to be this! With the impressive 6,460ft Babadag (Father Mountain) engulfing the horizon nearby and the wonderful Blue Lagoon refining the landscape, this beautiful resort on the Southwest coast of Turkey is known for being the best paragliding site in Europe.

The amazing scenery, the ideal currents and weather conditions here, as well as the multitude of companies that provide paragliding services in the area, makes Oludeniz a magnet for those aiming to try this breathtaking sport.

Each year, from May to October, the Mediterranean skies of Oludeniz are full of adrenaline and coloured wings flying down from the Babadag mountain ridges, which can be witnessed as you lay on the sun drenched beach or swim in the cool waters of Oludeniz beach. You simply have to treat yourself to this once-in-a-lifetime experience.

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Who can paraglide in Oludeniz?

Contrary to appearances, paragliding is not only for experts. Anyone aged between 4 and 104 can do it!  A fully qualified pilot will accompany and reassure you whilst you sit back comfortably and enjoy the experience and amazing scenery below.

How can I make it happen?

Well, once you’ve decided to try this amazing activity in Oludeniz, the experience and memory of your life is just a few steps away. First of all, paragliding depends on the weather conditions, so you have to book it a day or two in advance.  Costs range between £70 – £130 for a period of 25-45 minutes in the air. Thus, have a drink at one of the bars along the beach first and make it happen!

What is the paragliding experience about?

Actually, the paragliding adventure in Oludeniz consists of two experiences. First of all, a truck will pick you up from Oludeniz beach and take you to the top of Babadag Mountain thru a 50 minute jeep safari. The exciting bouncy ride, will offer you the unique opportunity to enjoy the marvellous scenery from the mountain side.

Once you've arrived on the plateau you’ll be provided with a flying suit and helmet.  As a beginner you will paraglide in tandem with a professional pilot, so there is nothing to be afraid of. As soon as you're strapped to him, the co-pilot will instruct you to take a few steps or a slow run and all of a sudden you’ll find yourself flying above the breathtaking mountainside and the lagoon of Oludeniz in tranquil silence alongside the birds.

The launches are at 5,600ft and 6,300ft, so it’s up to you how exciting you’d like to make your experience. However, those few moments of excitement that you’ll spend in the air, admiring the scenery and feeling the soft breeze touching your face will probably be a magical experience you’ll never forget. You can also purchase videos of your flight at an additional cost where the pilot will take a handheld camera up with you. Photos of your landing can also be arranged which make for an amusing keepsake as you pull a tensed facial expression as your feet softly touch the ground when you glide back to earth!

Where to stay to be able to experiencing paragliding in Oludeniz

Oludeniz provides a wide range of accommodation from secluded rental villas overlooking the stunning Babadag Mountain to short-term rental apartments, all of them ensuring tourists a pleasant and relaxing holiday.

Moreover, its convenient location offers you the opportunity of staying in one of the nearby popular holiday resorts of Calis, Fethiye or Ovacik which are only a cheap minibus (Dolmus) ride away from Oludeniz.

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Visit the world famous beach of Oludeniz

Oludeniz is one of the most picturesque destinations in the World, ideally located on the South West coast of Turkey, along the turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea, inviting thousands of tourists each year to spend their vacation in its splendid ambiance from April to October.

The scenic 6,500ft Babadag Mountain rising from behind the stunning blue lagoon and overlooking the beach, craft an unparalleled backdrop, placing Oludeniz among the best and most photographed beaches in the World. World-famous for the waters’ turquoise and aquamarine shades and for the impressive height of the Babadag mountain, the resort stands among one the best places in the world to paraglide due to the spectacular views below.

Mainly popular among families and couples due to its relaxing atmosphere, Oludeniz can be also considered a hot spot for adventurers, providing an amazing range of activities such as paragliding, scuba diving, snorkeling, parasailing, windsurfing, water skiing and almost any king of watersport.

Furthermore, Oludeniz offers tourists the opportunity to enjoy the fantastic scenery in numerous ways from horse riding, jeep safari or biking to day trips to the fabulous Turtle Beach in Dalyan.

To enrich your experience here, you can also admire the landscape while walking up the nearby hills, shop around Oludeniz’s impressive range of boutiques or take a boat trip to visit the amazing caves and pristine areas along the famous Turquoise Coast of Turkey.

Oludeniz boasts plenty of terraces, bars and high-class restaurants, where tourists can enjoy both Turkish authentic delicacies as well as famous international cuisines.

Besides the swanky beach scene, the excellent array of activities available and the lively nightlife, the resort prides itself with various types of accommodations to choose from, such as stylish private villas, traditional cottages and elegant rental apartments, being a perfect summer destination for any kind of tourist and budget out there.

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