Take off: Located at 573 meters above sea level, the launch site offers two directions for take-off: East and South. Thanks to the support from Da Nang City, the Ha Noi Paragliding Club has renovated and cleared a spacious area for preparation and take-off. The site is easily accessible by motorcycles and cars via a newly completed asphalt road. Coordinates: 16.1179, 108.2738. Altitude: 573 meters. Timezone: ICT (UTC+7). Landing: THO QUANG beach is situated 2.5 km below the take-off site. This long sandy beach provides ample space for a safe and smooth landing. Coordinates: 16.100768, 108.257243. Going there: The launch site is easily accessible thanks to a newly completed asphalt road, making it convenient for both motorcycles and cars. Comments: For more visuals, you can check out some pictures taken during a recent trip to the Son Tra flying site by the Ha Noi Paragliding Club on Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/phot...
View spotLocated in Chuong My, Hanoi, Vietnam, this paragliding site offers a takeoff height of 614 meters with a height difference of 541 meters. The site is regularly used and is suitable for soaring flights, with the possibility of small cross-country (XC) flights. Top landing is also possible. The site record is 3.1 km, with an altitude difference ranging from -620 meters above sea level (ASL) to 560 meters above ground level (AGL). Access to the takeoff point is possible with a 4WD car or SUV. The best wind direction for flying here is northwest-north (NWN). Landing is typically done on a rice field, which is available only after the harvest season. The site is approximately 45 km, or about a 1-hour drive, from Hanoi. For more information, you can contact the Vietwings Hanoi club. Reach out to Nguyen Viet Ha at hanoiinfo@vietwings-hpg.com or call +84903431963. Parking coordinates for takeoff are 20.8083 N, 105.568 E, and for landing, they are 20.8317 N, 105.58 E. For a visual overview, you can watch this video: [YouTube Video](http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=6eEGO6O0uHQ).
View spotTake off is at an approximate height of 820 meters. To get there, a 4WD vehicle is recommended due to the terrain. The site is suitable for take-offs facing south, southwest, and southeast. For more details, visit the official website: [Hanoi Paragliding](http://hanoiparagliding.com).
View spotLangbiang is a mountain located approximately 15 km north of Dalat in South Vietnam. It offers two takeoff points near the radio antenna: one facing southwest (SW) and the other southeast (SE). The SW takeoff is spacious, allowing multiple gliders to be laid out simultaneously. The SE takeoff, however, is much smaller and can barely accommodate one XS wing. Be cautious at the SE takeoff due to potential rotor effects immediately after launch, making it suitable only during the NE Monsoon season when the wind direction is more favorable. Thermals in this area are generally good, with a high cloud base. The altitude difference between takeoff and landing is around 600 meters. Top landing is possible, with the landing area situated above the parking place on the hilltop. For more information, visit [MK Paragliding](http://www.mkparagliding.com). Another site in Vietnam worth mentioning is located in the same region. The site record there is 2.9 km. For more details, check [Viet Wings HPG](http://vietwings-hpg.com/). The SW takeoff features flat, grassy ground and can accommodate up to five canopies at once. The SE takeoff is smaller and has a large rock in front. The elevation difference is 600 meters, and it takes about 15 minutes to travel from the landing area back to the takeoff point.
View spotLocated in the Hanoi region of Vietnam, this paragliding site is one of the better spots in the country. The takeoff point is at an elevation of 295 meters, with a height difference of 218 meters. It takes about 30 minutes to hike up to the takeoff area, making it a popular walk-and-fly destination. Soaring on the east side is common, and some cross-country flights are possible. The flight season runs from December to April. The site is approximately 50 km from Hanoi's central airport, which is about a one-hour drive by car. The terrain is forested and interspersed with cassava fields. The landing area is narrow and long, resembling a runway oriented WNW-ENE, surrounded by rice fields. To get there, you can drive for about an hour from Hanoi. Parking at the takeoff is available in a local private area, accommodating up to 4 cars. The GPS coordinates for takeoff parking are 20.9854 N, 105.448 E, and for landing parking are 20.9805 N, 105.441 E. Weather hazards include extreme heat in the summer and cap clouds on windy days. For more information, you can contact the Vietwings Hanoi club. Reach out to Nguyen Viet Ha at hanoiinfo@vietwings-hpg.com or call +84903431963. Nearby tourist attractions include Thac Bac - Suoi Sao park. For additional details, visit [Vietwings Hanoi](http://www.vietwings-hpg.com/?p=201).
View spotHeight ranges from 50 to 140 meters, with a launch length of 900 meters. This site is occasionally used for coastal soaring flights. Region: Phan Thiet, Vietnam. The site record is 1.1 km. Takeoff: Flat areas on the sand dune, 200 meters high, accommodating up to 10 canopies simultaneously. Landing: A large flat area near the beach. Getting there: From Ho Chi Minh City, take a bus to Phan Thiet. The nearest resort is about 15 km from the flying site. Comments: Ideal for beginners, with opportunities for soaring all day. Weather hazards: Best season is from March to November. People to contact: Mekong Paragliding Club Website: [Mekong Paragliding Club](http://mkparagliding.com)
View spotLocated in the Lac Son region of Hoa Binh, Vietnam, this paragliding site offers a takeoff height of 457 meters and a height difference of 400 meters. The site is occasionally used and provides opportunities for soaring with some thermal activity. The site record is a flight of 1.7 km. For more information, you can view pictures from the Viet Nam Open Paragliding 2012, organized by the Ha Noi Paragliding Club, on Flickr: [Viet Nam Open Paragliding 2012](http://www.flickr.com/photos/64610213@N05/sets/72157632059859749/with/8217613823/). For further details or to get in touch with local pilots, contact the Ha Noi Paragliding Club through their website: [Ha Noi Paragliding Club](http://www.hanoiparagliding.com).
View spotPhan Thiet, Vietnam This site is occasionally used for coastal soaring. The take-off area is located on a sand dune, approximately 200 meters high, and can accommodate up to 10 canopies simultaneously. The landing zone is a large, flat area near the beach, making it convenient and safe for pilots. To get there, you can take a bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Phan Thiet. The nearest resort is about 15 kilometers from the flying site. This location is excellent for beginners and offers the opportunity to soar all day. The best season for flying is from March to November. For more information, you can contact the Mekong Paragliding Club through their website: [Mekong Paragliding Club](http://mkparagliding.com).
View spotThe take-off site is located at an elevation of 1317 meters in the Son La region of Vietnam. This site is occasionally used for paragliding, and some cross-country (XC) flights are possible. The site record for the longest flight is 4.9 kilometers. For more detailed information, you can visit other paragliding resources or local clubs in the Son La region.
View spotThis paragliding site is occasionally used and offers multiple takeoff possibilities. The takeoff area is situated on a mountain with a height of 100 meters, featuring a mix of rocks and grass. To get there, head 4 kilometers east of Mui Ne, just past the Red Dunes.
View spotThis paragliding site features a height of 70 meters and a length of 800 meters. It is primarily used for coastal soaring, offering the opportunity for pilots to enjoy the dynamic lift generated by the sea breeze. Toplanding is possible here, making it convenient for pilots to land back at the takeoff point. This site is not frequently used, so you might find it less crowded compared to more popular locations.
View spotLangbiang is a mountain located about 15 km north of Dalat in South Vietnam. It offers two takeoff points: one facing southwest (SW) and the other southeast (SE), both situated near a radio antenna. The SW takeoff area is spacious, allowing multiple gliders to be laid out simultaneously. In contrast, the SE takeoff area is much smaller, barely accommodating one XS wing, and features a large rock in front. Caution is advised at the SE takeoff due to potential rotor effects immediately after launch, making it suitable only during the NE Monsoon season when the wind direction is more favorable. The site is known for its pleasant thermals and a relatively high cloud base, making it a good spot for thermal flying. The altitude difference between the takeoff and landing zones is approximately 600 meters. Pilots typically land above the parking area on the hilltop. The term 'Langbiang' translates to 'nice and spacious,' reflecting the nature of the SW takeoff area. For more information, you can visit [MK Paragliding](http://www.mkparagliding.com). Another paragliding site in Vietnam is located in the region of Viet Nam - Vietnam. The site record here is 2.9 km. For more details, you can check [Vietwings HPG](http://vietwings-hpg.com). The SW takeoff area is flat and grassy, accommodating up to five canopies at once. The SE takeoff is smaller and features a large rock in front. The elevation difference is 600 meters, and it takes about 15 minutes to travel from the landing zone back to the takeoff point.
View spotThis paragliding site offers a take-off elevation of 750 meters above sea level (MSL) or 450 meters above ground level (AGL), facing west with light wind conditions. The landing zone is situated at 150 meters MSL, also facing west. For more details or assistance, you can reach out to Hong Manh Cuong at +84903927717 or via email at cuongdelta@yahoo.com. The site is located approximately 150 kilometers from Ho Chi Minh City, making it a convenient option for a day trip or a weekend adventure.
View spotThis site in Thanh Hoa, Vietnam, offers a relaxed coastal soaring experience, primarily for local pilots. The takeoff is small and accessible by an SUV. The landing zone is a peanut field. The site is about a 4-hour drive from Hanoi. Currently, this site is not open to visiting pilots as it is located in a military area and is restricted to members of the local Northern Aviation Club (Vietwings Hanoi). Efforts are being made to open it to foreign pilots in the future. For more information, you can contact the Vietwings Hanoi club at hanoiinfo@vietwings-hpg.com or reach out to Nguyen Viet Ha at +84903431963. Parking coordinates are: - Takeoff: 19.8809 N, 105.947 E - Landing: 19.8726 N, 105.947 E For more details, visit their Facebook page: [Vietwings Hanoi](http://www.facebook.com/vwshn). Nearby tourism includes the Ereka Hoang Truong resort.
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