Paragliding Jarabacoa Alto del Guyabo

Jarabacoa, located about 2 hours and 30 minutes northwest of Santo Domingo, offers a unique paragliding experience. The takeoff point is situated atop this charming tourist town, nestled in a picturesque valley within the Central Range. The launch altitude is approximately 600 meters above ground level, with the town itself sitting at around 450 meters above sea level. Nearby peaks soar above 1700 meters ASL. The takeoff faces north towards the valley, with the range running west-northwest. To the south, you'll be greeted by stunning hills and mountains that gradually rise in elevation. This site is highly versatile, accommodating various wind conditions from the north, northeast, south, or southeast. On favorable days, you can expect to see beautiful cumulus clouds forming over 1200 meters AGL, and up to 1700 meters AGL during the winter months. Thermals are moderate in size, with significant cloud activity enhancing the flying experience. Pilots have the option to travel west or east, and there's also the possibility of heading south into a series of valleys within the Central Range. The maximum cross-country distance recorded here is 19 kilometers. For more information, visit [Caribbean Free Flying](http://www.caribbeanfreeflying.com/flyingsites.html#anchor#a8).