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3 hours
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this is one of the closest ways to experience what the Wright Brother's experienced over 100 years ago as they trying to conquer the mystery of flight ... and only a few miles away from where they actually took their first flights!
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Hang Glider, Helmet, Harness
Bottled water
sun protection
Your lesson will begin with "Ground School", which is a 30 minute interactive introductory class. Once you have completed your Ground School class, you will have a short period to collect your things, use the bathroom and gear up for the flight portion of your lesson. Each student will receive a helmet and harness, which they will carry out to the sand dunes. After gearing up, the entire class will walk out to Jockey's Ridge for the flight portion of your lesson. Each student shall receive 5 training flights per person over the next 2 hours. Once we have completed each student's flights, we will all return to the Hang Gliding School to wrap up and review what you've learned during your lesson. NOTE: weight limit for this activity is 235 lbs
67 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Timothy B,
Jul 30, 2025
- Viator
We had a great time. The instructors were professional, informative and friendly. It was fun learning how to hang glide my family and friends had a great time.
Madeline M,
Jul 29, 2025
- Viator
Great instructors. Thrilling experience! The instructions were clear and easy to follow, even for someone like me with zero prior experience. By the end of the session, I felt confident and totally hooked. Floating in the air and taking in those amazing views was unforgettable.
Heather B,
Jul 27, 2025
- Viator
The instructors were a lot fun while also very attentive and knowledgeable. Drake made me and my husband very comfortable even though I was very nervous.
Shane S,
Jul 24, 2025
- Viator
It's great, just listen to the instructors and try not to over think it! Checked off an item on my bucket list. Definitely do it if you're thinking about it.
Petra H,
Jul 19, 2025
- Viator
We had a great time! Unfortunately, weather conditions cut our lesson short but getting to fly in a hang glider was still incredible!
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