Amanar Paragliding Marrakech

The take-off point is at Aguergour, about 45 km from Marrakech. From there a tandem pilot flies you out over the Atlas Mountains, the Agafay desert and Lalla Takerkoust Lake. You sit in a harness beside the pilot, so you don't need any experience.

The tandem flight

A flight lasts 10 to 20 minutes, depending on wind and weather. Helmets and safety gear are provided. The company says its pilots are certified. It sells a photo and video package for in-flight shots, and the price starts at 600 DH, about 60 euros, per person.

The rules are plain. You need normal fitness and a body weight under 110 kg. The age range is 6 to 80. People with serious medical conditions should not fly. Pickup is available for groups of three or more at an extra charge.

On the ground

The company also runs two desert activities outside Marrakech.

• A guided camel trek with a tea break, from 200 DH per person. It suits all ages, and pickup is offered for groups of five or more.
• A guided quad tour on desert trails, from 250 DH per person. The driver must be 12 or older. A practice session comes first, and helmets and goggles are included. Pickup is offered for groups of four or more.

Booking

You book through a form, then the team calls to confirm the date. You can also call or write on WhatsApp, or send an email to booking@amanarparagliding.com. The meeting point is Aguergour, so ask about transport when you book.

Weather decides every flight, so keep a spare day in your plan.