Ready for a Tenerife flight in minutes? Ifonche Flight by Let’s Fly is a guided paragliding experience built around one simple idea: get you from pickup to sky to landing without drama. You’ll ride to takeoff, get kitted up, and follow your pilot’s instructions—then you’re flying over Costa Adeje with views spanning mountains and the sea.

Two things I really like: first, the door-to-door pickup area (Los Cristianos to Marazul) and the smooth round-trip flow back to where you started. Second, the flight experience is run as a calm, professional service—pilots like Damian specifically get praised for putting nervous first-timers at ease.

One consideration: photos/videos cost extra, and they can be pricey. One review mentions 120€ for photos for a group of four, and another notes the cost wasn’t clearly communicated at the start—so ask before you go airborne.

Key things that make Ifonche Flight worth your time

• Small group size (max 8 travelers) keeps the experience feeling personal
• Pickup from Los Cristianos to Marazul makes it easy to fit into your day
• Flight equipment + liability insurance included so you’re not piecing the basics together
• English-speaking team with clear, reassuring instructions for first-timers
• Flights over both mountains and sea (the views are the whole point)

Ifonche Flight over Tenerife: why this paragliding setup feels so easy

Let’s Fly’s Ifonche Flight is the kind of activity where the hard part is just deciding to do it. Once you’re with the team, the process is straightforward: you’re driven to takeoff, equipped, briefed, and then you run a few short steps while your pilot handles the rest.

What makes it especially appealing in Tenerife is the mix of scenery you can see in one flight—mountains and the coastline. In other words, you’re not just flying over one flat view. You get a stronger sense of scale: the island’s rugged interior and the blue water below it.

I also like the “small-group” feel. With a maximum of eight travelers, you’re less likely to feel like a number. And you can usually tell the team has time to explain things clearly, which matters a lot if it’s your first flight.

Adeje pickup to landing back where you started

The total time is about 2 hours, give or take (and that timing starts once they pick you up). The day is built around a loop:

1) Pickup at your hotel or meeting point area

2) Short drive to the takeoff area

3) Equipment and briefing

4) The flight

5) Landing, then return back to the meeting point

The pickup detail is a big value point. They offer pickup for hotels and apartments located between Los Cristianos and Marazul. If you’re basing yourself around Costa Adeje, that’s often the difference between a smooth outing and a day that eats your whole schedule.

You also have a clear physical anchor: the meeting point is Av. Barranco las Torres, 510, 38670 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain. If you’re not using pickup, that’s where your plans should point.

Another practical win: the start point is described as near public transportation. That doesn’t mean you should plan on public transit every time—but it gives you options if your hotel pickup isn’t ideal.

Equipment and instruction: what the “follow the pilot” approach really means

You don’t need paragliding experience to enjoy this. The experience is designed for people who are either doing it for the first time or who want a low-stress first introduction. After pickup, you drive to takeoff, then the team puts you in the flight equipment and walks you through what to do.

Your role is simple: follow the pilot’s instructions. That’s the big promise, and it’s also what reviewers repeatedly highlight—especially the calm, professional coaching from Damian.

Why that matters: with paragliding, your brain wants to invent problems. Clear instructions reduce that. One review specifically describes getting picked up and feeling nervous at first—then feeling relaxed once the pilot took over. Another notes that questions were answered and the flight felt relaxing rather than chaotic.

So here’s your practical approach:

• Don’t try to “figure it out” mid-flight. You’re not piloting.
• Ask whatever you need during the briefing. If you’re nervous, say it out loud early.
• Then switch your focus to the physical sensations: breathing, stance, and trusting the setup.

You’ll also be glad they include liability insurance. That’s not the fun part, but it’s the part that keeps your mind calmer.

The flight: calming air time, sea-and-mountain views, and variable landings

Once you start running, it’s almost like the flight is just waiting for you to commit. After a few short steps, you’re airborne. From there, your attention shifts to the view and the sensation of gliding.

The best kind of review praise here is the kind that matches what you’d want to hear: people describe feeling safe in the hands of the pilot, then laughing more than they expected. That mix—nervous at the start, confident once in the air—is very common in activities like this, and it’s exactly what you hope for.

Views you can picture before you go

One review mentions the flight covering mountains to sea. That’s a helpful mental image, because it means you’re not just looking down at one direction. You’re seeing Tenerife’s shape: the darker interior rises, and the coastline stretches out.

Even if you don’t know the exact geography, this kind of route tends to produce those “how is this real?” moments. Paragliding works because it makes your brain experience distance and scale from above.

Landing can be a surprise

There’s also a recurring note about landing. One review calls out a surprise landing spot. Another review references an exciting first flight with a 13-year-old and includes a surprise landing detail in the same breath as praising the professionals.

Here’s how to interpret that without panicking:

• Your landing location may not be identical every time.
• The key thing is that the team handles it, and you’ll be transported back after.

If you have tight timing after the activity, build in some buffer. And if you’re the type who likes exact plans, ask what to expect so there are no surprises when you land.

Photos, videos, and the 120€ reality check

Let’s talk about the part that can sour the experience if you don’t know it’s coming: photos/videos are not included. The listing spells it out, and the reviews underline the same issue.

One reviewer says the photos were expensive—citing 120€ for photos for four people—and mentions the pricing wasn’t announced at the beginning. Another reviewer is delighted with the photos, saying they were uploaded straight onto their iPhone within minutes after landing.

So what should you do?

• Ask for the photo/video package details before the flight.
• If you’re the decision-making type, decide upfront whether you want the “memory bundle” or if you’re going to rely on your own phone/video.
• If you care about sharing quickly, the “uploaded to iPhone fast” part sounds great—but still confirm the cost.

Bottom line: the flight itself seems to deliver. The photo add-on is where people can feel surprised. If you plan for it, it won’t ruin your day.

Price and value: is $148.11 fair for a 2-hour sky trip?

At $148.11 per person, Ifonche Flight isn’t the cheapest thing you’ll do in Tenerife—but it’s also not wildly priced for a guided adventure that includes core gear and insurance.

Here’s why the value can be solid:

• You’re not arranging logistics yourself. Pickup is offered in a specific area (Los Cristianos to Marazul). That’s time and hassle saved.
• Equipment is included. You’re not paying extra for basic gear.
• Liability insurance is included. That’s part of the safety net you want for an activity like this.
• It’s a small group (max 8), which often correlates with better attention during briefing and safer operations.

The big variable is photos/videos. If you add them, your total spend climbs. If you skip them, the core experience still covers the main event: the flight.

In other words, treat it like this: base price covers the flight service. Photos are an optional upgrade that you should price-check like you would any souvenir shop.

Who should book (and who should think twice)

This experience is described as suitable for most travelers and is designed for people without prior paragliding experience. If you’re a first-timer, the vibe from the reviews points to a strong match: pilots and team members who calmly explain what’s happening and help you feel safe.

It also seems like a great fit if you want:

• A short outing (about 2 hours) rather than a half-day slog
• Scenic payoff without technical prep
• A guided activity in English

Situations to consider

You should think twice if:

• You hate uncertainty around landing location and want a perfectly fixed route
• You strongly dislike add-on pricing (because photos/videos can be a significant extra cost)
• You have a very tight schedule right after—give yourself breathing room

If you’re nervous about heights, paragliding can still be worth it. The repeated theme is that people feel nervous on approach and then relax once the team starts guiding them.

Weather, timing, and keeping your day flexible

If you’ve traveled in Tenerife before, you know weather can change fast. This experience requires good weather, and if it’s canceled for weather reasons, you’ll be offered another date or a full refund.

So what does that mean for you?

• If your trip schedule is packed with zero flexibility, you might feel stress about weather-dependent activities.
• If you can hold one day open (or at least a time window), your odds improve.

The good part: confirmation happens at booking, so you’re not left guessing about whether you’re actually scheduled.

Should you book Ifonche Flight with Let’s Fly?

I’d book it if you want an efficient paragliding experience in Tenerife that sounds professionally run, includes the gear and insurance basics, and gives you big views without turning the whole day into an epic quest.

I’d think twice if you’re photo-budget sensitive and you don’t want surprises about add-ons. If that’s you, do one simple thing: ask about the photo/video package cost before you fly. With that handled, you’re much more likely to walk away happy instead of annoyed.

If you’re choosing between “watching other people” and actually going up, this is the kind of activity where the jump from nervous to excited seems to happen fast once the team takes over—especially with pilots like Damian.

FAQ

How long is the Ifonche Flight experience?

It runs for about 2 hours (approx.), including pickup, flight time, and getting back to the meeting point.

What is the price for this paragliding flight?

The price is $148.11 per person.

Is pickup offered in Tenerife?

Yes. Pickup is offered for hotels or apartments located between Los Cristianos and Marazul.

Where does the activity start?

The meeting point is Av. Barranco las Torres, 510, 38670 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain.

What’s included in the price?

Included items are an air-conditioned vehicle, flight equipment, and liability insurance.

Are photos and videos included?

No. Photos and videos are not included.

What languages are available?

English is offered.

How many people are in a group?

This activity has a maximum of 8 travelers.

What happens if the weather is bad?

This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.