Afternoon Session Mexico

Afternoon Session - Mexico

3:00pm ride to El Penon launch. Includes site introduction, flight briefing, weather forecast, wing set-up, pre-flight check, and launch timing.

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15-60 minutes airtime 4 Hours total 3+ People Ratings: P2+ Ride to Launch Retrieve

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For over 15 years, Damien Mitchell has been guiding tours in Valle de Bravo. He is an USHPA Advanced Instructor with over 10k flights. Originally from Utah, Damien has been flying for over 20-years.

We offer four types of flying packages – a Morning Session, an Afternoon Session, an All-Day Session, and an a Weekly Session. Staying longer, or have a larger group? Email me about XC, team flying, thermalling, and trips to the lake LZ.

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Stunning Scenery

This is big mountain flying at its best. Beautiful views from above launch. See the famous El Penon (The Rock) - the remains of ancient volcano plug.

Enjoy the Valley

Fly in the "Fishbowl" - a ring of mountains with an easy glide to the landing zone. Take a sledder or test your chops at thermalling or ridge soaring.

Pickup & Dropoff

Let us shuttle you from Valle de Bravo to launch and from the LZ back to Valle de Bravo.

Food and drinks

Bring your wallet. You will be hungry. Enjoy any of the four eating areas at the landing zone (Piano). Have pizza at Hanger 5. Hamburger's at Cici's. Or, tacos at the two taco stands.

TRIP ITINERARY

Grab your gear and get ready to have fun.
Pre-work: please download and sign the waivers at the link below. Also, don't forget to join the local paragliding club.

Waiver Club Penon

Afternoon Session $150

Select your dates on from the calendar below.

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3 PM pickup

Meetup at the Valle de Bravo lakefront landing zone.
Address: Aterrizaje Parapente Paragliding Landing Marina Nacional 202, Sin Nombre, Valle de Bravo, Méx., Mexico
(19.183792,-100.127785)

4 PM drive to launch

Drive to launch in El Penon. Safety briefing en route. Pilot introductions with flight experience. Gear check. Frequency setup. Sign waivers.

5 PM begin launching

Site briefing. Landing zones and back up landing zones. Known thermals, sink, venturies, no fly zones.

6 PM land at LZ

Land out at LZ. Pack wings. Enjoy food vendors. Instructor debrief. Sign log books.

7 PM - return to Valle

Arrive back in Valle de Bravo at the lakeside landing zone. Practice kiting. Enjoy sandwiches and beer. Mari makes the best molé tortas.

“Amazing trip; Great instruction. Damien, you put us all in the air. You called all the locations and all the launch timings. Everyone was wearing a big grin for weeks. We'll be back for more.”

Matt Foster

P3, Captain

“Vampiro lives! Damien, once again you crushed it. We had a great time. Everything went smoothly. I would absolutely recommend you to anyone. You exceeded everyone's expectations. See you in September. The gang is coming back!”

John Mendes

Pres. NEPHC

“Positively the best experience ever. Great company and great group of pilots.”

Carl Soquist

Adventurer, P3

“I bow to the Zen master of paragliding. When it comes to paragliding instruction you are a national treasure. Looking forward to my 7th trip with you!”

Mark Anderson

Dune Flier

“For over a decade I've trusted Damien's skills reading the Mexican air, and his local knowledge on the ground. I come to Valle De Bravo every year. Damien's patient resolve accommodates pilots of all skill levels. He and Alondra keep the logistics running smoothly through the day so you can focus on your flights.”

Dave McNulty

Comp Pilot

$150

/person

Morning Session

Launch into the soft morning thermals and fly the spine or try to make it to The Rock.

$240

/person

20% Off

All Day Session

Two flights - morning and afternoon with a midday layover at the landing zone (Piano) in El Penon.

$800

/person

30% Off

Weekly Session

5-day package with two flights per day within the "Fishbowl" at El Penon.

Afternoon Session Mexico