Our 2024 Colombian adventure has just finished and already we are being asked about our dates for 2025, so this year we thought we'd be organised and are get them up early!
In 2025 we are going to continue to focus our attention on our two favourite sites Pie de Chinche and Roldanillo. The aim will be to warm up at Pie de Chinche before heading to the world famous Roldanillo to explore the Valle del Cauca before returning to Pie de Chinche to end the trip.
The only major change from 2024 (which we are very excited about)is changing our hotel option in Pie de Chinche. Over the years we have had numerous issues with accommodation so this year we are aiming to try a villa instead.
Colombia is an easy long haul decision to make. Not only are the conditions perfect for some winter XC but having now run trips to Colombia for ten years we have a reliable network of local contacts who work together to make your trip authentic and hassle free.
Since the change of government 18 years ago Colombia has turned itself around and has become a very popular winter destination for pilots from all over the world. The PWC have a regular spot there every January and lots of Brits make the pilgrimage for what are the best XC conditions for any pilot wanting to escape the long European winters. With easy landing out and retrieve options, there’s never any fear of leaving the hill, just join a gaggle and away you go.
We would recommend pilots interested in this XC excursion have a minimum of 20 + hours and be confident with unassisted launching and landing. The focus of this trip is XC so to get the best out of the conditions you should also be comfortable with thermalling.
If this paragliding adventure tickles your fancy contact me to confirm your place. This trip is strictly limited to 10 places per two week trip and will be on a first come first serve basis.
Email: lee@freeflightacademy.com
Prices
The cost of the trip is £1,950
What's Included
- Pre-trip consultation to identify personal objectives
- Airport transfers – subject to set pick up and drop off times (Pick up and drop off 10am Cali airport - CLO).
- Accommodation (on a B&B basis – Price based on two sharing in both locations, for single room options please contact us)
- Transport to each location, flying sites & XC retrieves
- XC theory and in-flight instruction
- Daily XC tasks set based on weather conditions and individual pilot level
- Expert tuition and endless enthusiasm
What to bring
- Glider in fully serviceable condition
- Suitable reserve parachute system that has been checked and repacked within the last 12 months.
- 2M Radio able to receive and transmit from 142.100 up to 146.400
- Towel
- Sunhat / sunscreen
Please also take a look at our terms and conditions.
Trip Dates
- January 25th - February 8th
Schedule
| Day | Activity | Transfer |
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| Saturday - Jan 25 2025 | Arrive - Cali (CLO) |
Transfer to Hotel |
| Sunday - Jan 26 2025 | Fly - Pie de Chinche/Cali |
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| Monday - Jan 27 2025 | Fly - Pie de Chinche/Cali |
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| Tuesday -Jan 28 2025 | Fly - Pie de Chinche/Cali |
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| Wednesday - Jan 29 2025 | Fly - Pie de Chinche/Cali |
Transfer to Roldanillo after flying (2 hr Drive) |
| Thursday - Jan 30 2025 | Fly - Roldanillo |
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| Friday - Jan 31 2025 | Fly - Roldanillo |
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| Saturday - Feb 1 2025 | Fly - Roldanillo |
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| Sunday - Feb 2 2025 | Fly - Roldanillo |
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| Monday - Feb 3 2025 | Fly - Roldanillo |
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| Tuesday - Feb 4 2025 | Fly - Roldanillo |
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| Wednesday - Feb 5 2025 | Fly - Roldanillo |
Transfer back to Piedechinche after flying (2 hr Drive) |
| Thursday - Feb 6 2025 | Fly - Pie de Chinche/Cali |
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| Friday - Feb 7 2025 | Fly - Pie de Chinche/Cali |
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| Saturday - Feb 8 2025 | Departure - Cali (CLO) |
Transfer to Airport |