Beginner Hang Gliding Lesson

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

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!

Additional Info

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

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Hang Glider, Helmet, Harness

Bottled water

sun protection

What To Expect

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

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Beginner Hang Gliding Lesson

Reviews

4.88

58 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Hang Gliding
M A,
Jun 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Great experience! Was a fun new thing to try and it did not disappoint. Not hard at all and the staff were very helpful
An experience you will remember
Heather B,
Jun 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00
It was a great time. Our instructors were nice. We will definitely hang glide with Kitty Kites next time we are in the OBX
Soar to new heights with Kitty Hawk Kites!
Michelle E,
Apr 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This was such an amazing experience! The guides could not have been nicer and took our safety very seriously when the wind picked up! Would highly recommend for teens when they are done hanging out with their families on the beach AGAIN:) Enjoy taking flight next time you are on OBX!
Awesome first hang gliding experience
Sophie V,
Nov 4, 2024
- Viator
5.00
First flight ever, the glider was so much more comfortable than I thought it would be, and the instructors gave real time advice as they guided down, in 5 glides there was so much improvement! Also, typically the glider is carried uphill for you, but I got to try it, very empowering. Recommended for anyone who has never tried it before!
You're never to old to try something new!
Mary F,
Nov 1, 2024
- Viator
5.00
We had a great time! Michael and Josh were very informative and lead us "ole timers" through the procedure step-by-step. Would definitely do this again!