Tasman Sky Adventures, Motueka
Motueka Scenic Microlight Flights, Tandem Hang Gliding and Hangliding courses over the Abel Tasman National Park
Scenic Microlight Flights - The Experience
Come flying in our factory built state-of-the-art microlights.
These aircraft feature a hang gliding wing and weight shift operation, very much like a traditional hang glider, but powered by a Rotax aircraft engines for optimum safety and reliability. Our pilots all have commercial licences issued by CAA (Civil Aviation Authority) All flights leave from the Motueka Airfield.
Feel the wind, the thrill, the magic of flight, and wonder at the breathtaking views of the Abel Tasman on one of our discovery flights
Tandem Hang Gliding - The Experience
Fly free as a bird. Feel the wind in your face and breathe in the essence of the forest as you soar the ridges and thermals. Drink in panoramic mountain and sea views. Experience the effortless beauty of silent flying.
At Sky Adventures we use the latest tandem aero-towing techniques to provide the safest, most enjoyable experience possible. “Tandem” hang-gliders are built for two and operated by an experienced pilot. The tandem hang-glider is towed into the air by a specially designed tow-plane called a “tug”. Unlike hill launching, aero-towing allows us to take you as high as you want and release you anywhere. Flying this way is safer and a lot more convenient then hill launching. The sky truly is the limit.
The Pilots - Our professional pilots are certified by the New Zealand Hang Gliding and Paragliding association.
They are committed to your safety and ensuring your experience is unforgettable for all the right reasons.Statistics show that hang gliding is one of the safest forms of recreational aviation. Our tandem gliders feature heavy-duty landing gear and quality cocoon harnesses to ensure your safety and comfort.
Hang Gliding Courses - Learn To Fly
Whether you’re new to hang gliding or have already logged many hours in the air, Sky Adventures offers the ideal platform to learn to fly, or improve your current flying skills.
The highest sunshine hours in New Zealand, coupled with light winds and great inland flying ensure Nelson is the perfect setting to learn to fly a hang-glider. Training covers both hands on flying and ground instruction.
Hang gliding is one of the safest forms of recreational aviation, but the nature of the sport and the potential risk of injury, demands proper, safe instruction from a qualified instructor as essential.
We have NZHGPA certified instructors, and use the latest training methods designed to teach all the skills needed for safe solo flight.
WE OFFER:
- Dragonfly tow planes to teach aero-towing
- Gentle hills for early flight training
- An ideal ridge for learning hill launching and soaring techniques
Tasman Sky Adventures, Motueka Enquiry Form
Address:
P.O Box 459
Motueka
Phone:
Freephone: within NZ: 0800 114 386
Fax:
Web: Visit website
RATES: Quoted in NZ$, Subject to Change.
Tandem Hang Gliding
- 2500 ft. flight, approximately 15-20 minutes, $185
- 5280 ft (“mile high”) flight, approximately 30+ minutes, $275
- Videos of your flight from $40
Scenic Microlight Flights - TOURS
- SAND FLATS Introductory flight: $95 (approx 15min)
- ABEL TASMAN Cross country flight: $185 (approx 30min)
- GRAND TOUR Customise and plan your own flight: Price on request at $290 per hour rate.