Signal Hill, also known as Lion’s Rump, is a prominent flat-topped hill in Cape Town, adjacent to Lion’s Head and Table Mountain. It offers scenic soaring over the city with opportunities for thermalling and cross-country flights. The site is particularly favorable for NW winds, with medium WNW and light W also being suitable. The wind speed typically ranges from 15-25 km/h, but it's advisable to consult locals for current conditions. Some locals suggest that N winds can also be manageable. The main takeoff area is frequently used and provides smooth conditions, making it possible to fly to Kommetjie in the south, known as the 'Kommetjie run'. The landing zone is at Sea Point Promenade, directly in front of the Winchester Mansions Hotel. Signal Hill is a Sport-rated (IPPI 5) site, ideal for experienced pilots but not suitable for low-airtime pilots. All pilots must possess a SANParks Activity Permit and be members of SAHPA with a valid SACAA National Pilot Licence. Foreign pilots need a Foreign Pilot Permit. The site has specific rules: - Only Sport-rated (IPPI 5) or higher pilots may launch. - Tandem Flight Instructors must operate under a SANParks-issued Operators Permit and be members of the Cape Town Tandem Association. - The maximum wind speed for take-off and landing is 35 km/h. - First-time pilots must report to an instructor for a site briefing. - No novice training or Paragliding Basic-license pilots are permitted. - Slope landings are forbidden and must be reported as incidents. - No smoking on the launch area. The Carpark launch site is suited for NW winds, with the launch area located on a green mat south of the carpark. The Bench launch site, 500m south along the ridge, is better for Westerly winds. Crossing to Lion’s Head requires 150m above take-off at the Kramat in NW conditions to reach the bald rock patches above the trees. The Apostles can be tricky in unstable, moist Westerlies, and caution is advised due to potential strong venturi effects in the gullies. Landing at Sea Point Promenade involves flying over Sea Point and landing on the grassy area in front of the Winchester Mansions hotel. In case of a Southerly wind, landing near the stadium fields is an alternative, but be cautious of strong rotor. Signal Hill is part of the Table Mountain National Park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to critically-endangered Peninsula Shale Renosterveld vegetation. Pilots must avoid damaging the vegetation. For weather updates, refer to the iWeathar Stations: - Lion’s Head: https://iweathar.co.za/display?s_id=252 - The Glen Club: https://iweathar.co.za/display?s_id=436 - Signal Hill: https://iweathar.co.za/display?s_id=28 - Three Anchor Bay: https://iweathar.co.za/display?s_id=600 - Sea Point Promenade: https://iweathar.co.za/stations For more information, visit: - Glen Paragliding Club: https://www.glenclub.co.za/signal-hill/ - SAHPA Site Guide: https://www.sahpa.co.za/site-guide/sites/signal-hill/ - Birdmen Paragliding: http://www.birdmen.co.za/ - Fly Cape Town: https://flycapetown.co.za/blog/category/paragliding-signal-hill