Goose Valley Paragliding Site is a thermic winter soaring location situated approximately 60 km from George in the picturesque Langkloof Valley. This private site requires you to fly only by invitation from Skywings members, as they have ratified all agreements with the landowners. Access to the site necessitates a high-clearance 4WD vehicle. The takeoff area faces north winds and is known for its smooth thermals, typically offering altitude gains between 300 to 750 meters. Important safety guidelines include: - No smoking or lighting fires anywhere on the land, including the road up to the takeoff area, due to the high fire risk. - Avoid landing near livestock, particularly ostriches. - Pilots must walk out to designated points for recovery; driving into lands to recover pilots is prohibited. - Always fly with a radio or mobile phone and inform other pilots of your flight plan due to the challenging terrain. Potential dangers include significant wind gradients that can blow you over or into valleys and mountains. The area is also home to various wildlife, including Jackal Buzzards, Black Eagles, kestrels, baboons, and leopards. For more information, visit [Dolphin Paragliding](https://www.dolphinparagliding.co.za/index.php/goose-valley).