Many of you will have noticed our regular trip to Colombia was missing this year. We felt it was time for the Free Flight Academy team to explore some new locations and whilst it is fair to say the change was a fun adventure our hearts missed Colombia. As a result we are pleased to announce we heading back there in 2027!!!
In 2027 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 you'll see from 2025 is that we are changing our hotel in Pie de Chinche back to the Siga La Vaca.
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 over 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 20 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 £1,987
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 30th - February 13th
Schedule
| Day | Activity | Transfer |
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| Saturday - Jan 30 2027 | Arrive - Cali (CLO) |
Transfer to Hotel |
| Sunday - Jan 31 2027 | Fly - Pie de Chinche/Cali |
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| Monday - Feb 1 2027 | Fly - Pie de Chinche/Cali |
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| Tuesday -Feb 2 2027 | Fly - Pie de Chinche/Cali |
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| Wednesday - Feb 3 2027 | Fly - Pie de Chinche/Cali |
Transfer to Roldanillo after flying (2 hr Drive) |
| Thursday - Feb 4 2027 | Fly - Roldanillo |
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| Friday - Feb 5 2027 | Fly - Roldanillo |
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| Saturday - Feb 6 2027 | Fly - Roldanillo |
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| Sunday - Feb 7 2027 | Fly - Roldanillo |
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| Monday - Feb 8 2027 | Fly - Roldanillo |
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| Tuesday - Feb 9 2027 | Fly - Roldanillo |
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| Wednesday - Feb 10 2027 | Fly - Roldanillo |
Transfer back to Piedechinche after flying (2 hr Drive) |
| Thursday - Feb 11 2027 | Fly - Pie de Chinche/Cali |
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| Friday - Feb 12 2027 | Fly - Pie de Chinche/Cali |
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| Saturday - Feb 13 2027 | Departure - Cali (CLO) |
Transfer to Airport |