Location(s): Boulder, CO
Scenic Glider Ride
- Serving over 1,000 delighted passengers yearly for over 10 years without an accident
- FAA certified gliders and FAA certified pilots with thousands of hours of flight time
- Stunning views of the Flatirons, Continental Divide, and the University of Colorado
- Embrace the serenity of flight without a motor. Just you, your pilot, and the glider!
- Free Personalized Gift Box
- Buy Now Book Later
- Free Exchanges
- Free Refunds
Description:
Colorado is famous in soaring circles for its fabulous lift, clear air and scenery.
After climbing to a suitable altitude, around 9,000 feet, your high performance sailplane will glide freely and silently while you enjoy spectacular views of the Continental Divide, Flatirons and the University of Colorado.
You will sit in the front seat of a two-place glider, with your pilot seated behind you. The clear Plexiglass canopy allows for an unobstructed view of the fabulous mountain and college town scenery surrounding you.
The glider's wings seem to sprout from your shoulders, and you feel yourself flying like a bird.
You may even be lucky enough to find yourself exploring the air currents with a red-tail hawk or a golden eagle! On many days, nature provides the atmospheric engine for longer, higher, further adventure.
All rides are given in high performance sailplanes, which are as large as airplanes and not to be confused with small, lightweight hang gliders. Each glider is certified by the FAA to the same high standards as engine-driven aircraft. All pilots are FAA-certificated commercial pilots and deliver over 1,000 flights each year.
Availability:
Year Round, 9am - 5pm, 7 days a week.
Location(s):
Boulder, CO
Essential Information:
No experience necessary. Combined weight of passengers not to exceed 300 pounds and passengers must fit into a seat equivalent in size to 1.5 car seats. If you are concerned about space, please call or choose the Ride for 1. Gratuity is not included yet customary.
Duration:
15-40 minutes of flight time
Maximum Participants:
1 or 2 seat rides available.
Spectators:
Allowed, you can watch the glider take off and land.
Weather Dependent:
This experience is weather dependent. Always contact the Experience provider with any questions regarding weather conditions.
What to Wear:
Wear comfortable clothing appropriate for weather conditions. Temperature in sailplane is about the same as it is on the ground.
Booking Information:
For this experience, it is recommended to request bookings at least 7 days in advance.
Cancellation Policy:
Once you have received a booking confirmation, cancellations and rebooking are allowed up to 14 days prior to the Experience. Failure to appear on your booked date or to cancel and rebook at least 14 days prior to your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your Experience.
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Is it safe?
All rides are given in high performance sailplanes, which are as large as airplanes and not to be confused with small, lightweight hang gliders. The gliders are certified by the FAA to the same standards as engine driven aircraft. The ride pilots are FAA certified commercial pilots.
