Aerotow Hang Gliding

Description

Soaring high above the Cromwell region on an aerotow hang gliding adventure, you will witness stunning Central Otago magic with mountains and pristine turquoise lakes. See the abundance of vines in the region as you soar above this rugged landscape. 

Aerotow
Skytrek uses the most cutting edge aerotowing methods to ensure the highest possible level of safety and comfort. Tandem hang gliders are operated by an experienced pilot and can accommodate one passenger besides. A specially designed tow plane called a “tug” tows the tandem hang glider into the air until it is borne aloft. Aero-towing is superior to hill launching in that it can take the hang glider as high as desired and can release it at any point.

Trip Includes

• Return transfers from central Queenstown to Sugarloaf Airstrip  
• 20-30 minute hang gliding flight
• Digital photos are available to purchase after flight 

Duration

• Allow 4 hours

Departures

• 7.45am, 9.45am, 12.30pm & 2.30pm
• Departs from Ziptrek Ecotours office, 45 Camp Street, central Queenstown or self drive to Sugarloaf Airstrip, Lowburn (1 hour drive from Queenstown)
• Operates daily all year

Other Information

• Operates all year. If you are wanting to hang glide in the Queenstown region please click on the following link: Skytrek Hang Gliding
• Warm clothing & sturdy footwear recommended
• Gloves, flight suits & neck warmers will be provided however wearing multiple warm layers is recommended as temperatures can be cold during winter
• Digital photos are available to purchase after flight. They are taken by the pilot using a specially mounted Go-Pro camera pole that captures you, your pilot & the amazing scenery around you
• Flights average 20 to 30 minutes
• Maximum weight is 100kgs
• Suitable for ages 10 to 90. Passengers aged 16 or under require parental consent
• Spectators may come along with a fare paying passenger for $50 per person or self drive to Sugarloaf Airstrip, Lowburn (1 hour drive from Queenstown)