Perched over one thousand meters above sea level overlooking the sapphire waters of Lake Lalla Takerkoust, the Kik Plateau is Morocco's premier paragliding launch site. Following a scenic mountain drive from Marrakech, arrive at the launch cliff where gentle, consistent mountain thermals create ideal aerodynamic conditions. Strapped securely into a tandem harness alongside your state-certified professional flight instructor, you require only a few running steps down a grassy slope before the glider catches the wind and lifts you smoothly into the open sky. Drift weightlessly in absolute silence, admiring 360-degree panoramic views of snow-draped High Atlas peaks, terraced mountain hamlets, and shimmering lake waters below. Your pilot can perform gentle gliding maneuvers or thrilling dynamic spirals based on your preference before executing a soft, graceful touchdown on the lakeshore landing zone.
Detailed Itinerary
- 09:00 AM
Hotel pickup in Marrakech; scenic drive into the High Atlas foothills.
- 10:00 AM
Arrival at the Kik Plateau launch site (1,200m elevation); weather and wind check.
- 10:15 AM
Comprehensive flight briefing, safety check, and harness strapping with your pilot.
- 10:30 AM
Launch and 15 to 25 minutes of breathtaking tandem flight over lake and mountains.
- 11:00 AM
Soft landing on the lakeshore meadow; certificate presentation and celebratory tea.
- 11:45 AM
Return drive to Marrakech.
- 12:45 PM
Drop-off at your hotel or riad.
Inclusions
- Round-trip private transport, tandem paragliding flight with certified pilot, complete flight equipment (glider, harness, reserve parachute, helmet), flight insurance, celebratory mint tea
Exclusions
- GoPro HD video and photo package (optional add-on), tips