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Matúa, located about 35 minutes NNW from Santo Domingo, is a popular training hill for paragliding. The launch area is easily accessible by any vehicle. The launch altitude is 250 meters above ground level, with a total height difference of 350 meters.
Matúa is a private property, and the owners have graciously allowed pilots to use their front yard as the launching spot. The takeoff is situated at the top of a hill that extends NW for about 45 km, reaching a maximum height of 900 meters above sea level.
Typically, pilots can take advantage of the sea breeze from the SE to enjoy gentle soaring in the afternoons. However, thermal flying is uncommon due to the slope's gentle incline. On days without a sea breeze, the wind usually blows from the E, and there is an alternate takeoff available. This side offers better chances for thermal flying due to its steeper slope, though it can be more turbulent.
Matúa is frequently used for training because of its proximity to Santo Domingo. The maximum cross-country distance recorded from this site is 36 km, achieved only once.
For more information, you can visit: [Caribbean Free Flying](http://www.caribbeanfreeflying.com/flyingsites.html#anchor#a1)
Watch a video of the site here: [YouTube Video](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WyNRbDfEMUg&list=PL175445C3C528EB05&index=3)
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