Taiwan Paragliding Trip 2026 — Puli & SaiJia

Join Red Dot Paragliding for a guided flying trip to two of Taiwan’s most iconic paragliding sites — Puli (Nantou) and SaiJia (Pingtung). This 6-night trip is designed for pilots seeking structured coaching, consistent flying, and exposure to both scenic ridge lines and beginner-friendly XC conditions.

 

Trip Overview

Depending on weather conditions and overall team readiness, the trip will cover:

1. Puli, Nantou — Primary Training Site

A well-established paragliding facility known for:

• ◈ Gentle launch characteristics suitable for low-airtime and intermediate pilots
• ◈ Reliable thermic cycles
• ◈ Safe and wide landing zones
• ◈ A reputation as one of Taiwan’s best beginner-friendly XC sites

 

Coaching focus:

• ◈ Launch technique refinement
• ◈ Safe thermalling
• ◈ Mini-XC decision making
• ◈ Flight planning & reading local terrain indicators

 

2. SaiJia, Pingtung — XC-Focused Site

A renowned site in Taiwan’s south offering:

• ◈ Stronger thermals and established XC routes
• ◈ A more advanced environment suitable for pilots aiming to improve XC distance and stamina
• ◈ Limited facilities, requiring proper preparation and guidance

 

Coaching focus:

• ◈ Advanced thermalling
• ◈ Efficient transitions
• ◈ Active flying in stronger conditions
• ◈ XC safety and route selection

 

Trip Packages:

Option 1 – Shared Stay (SGD 850)

✅ Included: 6-night stay at 雅如小築 (shared rooms), Mini-bus ground transport, Take-off site fees

Option 2 – Single Stay (SGD 1,400)

✅ Included: 6-night stay at Ease Hotel (single room), Mini-bus ground transport, Take-off site fees

❌ Not Included: Meals & refreshments, Air ticket, Train ticket

 

This trip is ideal for:

• ◈ Newly qualified pilots seeking structured guidance
• ◈ Pilots working toward first XC experiences
• ◈ Intermediate pilots wanting to improve thermalling and XC skills
• ◈ Anyone keen to fly two of Taiwan’s most scenic and consistent sites