Paragliding Korea: Danyang

Paragliding in Danyang Korea

Cost:

105,000 won for the flight and video. We will pick you up and drop you off back at the bus station.

Reservation Payment:

Weekdays: A reservation payment of $25 (30,000 won) is required.
Weekends: A reservation payment of $21 (25,000 won) is required.
The remaining balance can be paid in cash upon arrival.

Season:

Open Year-Round

Cancellation Policy

Full refund if notified 24 hours before the scheduled activity.
Full refund if cancelled due to the weather conditions

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ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION:

Take flight and see the incredible views of Danyang South Korea! Our pilots are all licensed and insured, and will guide you throughout the entire process. Once arriving in Danyang, you will be driven up to the takeoff point. After taking photos, your pilot will strap you into a comfortable harness, and a few bold steps are all you need. Your pilot will do all the work. You will just need to hold the camera and sit back and relax. After flying high and landing, you will be given a video of the flight. The video will be either emailed to you, or simply uploaded to your phone shortly after the flight. After flying, you can also enjoy some of the other activities in the area such as ATV's, and a Zipline.

THINGS TO KNOW:

What to wear:

Dress according to the weather, but be sure to wear pants and form fitting shoes.

Duration:

1-2 Hours

Flight Time:

Flight times are highly dependent on the weather conditions, but usually flights are around 10 minutes long.

Where to meet:

We will meet you at Danyang Intercity Bus Terminal. Directions are shown below.

Language:

English and Korean

Weight Limit:

20kg - 110kg
There are no age restrictions

DIRECTIONS / MEETUP:

Gangbyeon Subway Station

Directions from Seoul:

Go to the Subway station called "Gangbyeon".
Go out exit 3 and cross the street.
You will enter the large building called "Dong Seoul". Walk into this building and buy your ticket to Danyang.

Notes:

The Bus ride is around 2 hours and 10 minutes.
The bus ticket costs 14,500 won. The tickets almost never sell out (except on holidays).
The bus leaves every hour starting at 7:00 a.m
When you arrive in Danyang one of our pilots will be waiting for you.

More Notes:

We recommend taking the 10 a.m. bus on weekdays and the 8 a.m. bus on weekends. These are the best times to deal with traffic and still fly during the best part of the day.
Send us an email if you have any questions regarding directions.
You can purchase your return ticket after flying.

NEARBY ACTIVITIES:

ATV Rental

Courses and Prices:

Riverside Course: 40,000 won
Riverside Course (2 People): 60,000 won
Mountain Observation Tower Course: 55,000 won
Mountain Observation Tower Course (2 People): 80,000 won
Riverside and Mountain Observation Tower Course: 75,000 won
Riverside and Mountain Observation Tower Course (2 People): 100,000 won

Reservation Payment:

A 10,000 won reservation payment is required. The remaining amount can be paid on site.

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Address:
South Korea, Chungcheongbuk-do, Danyang-gun, Danyang-eup, Gosu-ri,
90-13 단양읍 고수리 90-13번지 단양군 충청북도 KR 27024

Zipline

Price: 30,000 won.
Open from 9:00 to 5:00.
Must weigh between 35 kg and 95 kg. Guests also must be between 135 and 200 cm.
135 meters above the river below. Reaches speeds of 50 km per hour.
No reservation is required for this activity. Guests may arrive at the address listed below.
Located near the Danyang Bus Terminal.

Address:
94번지 Aegok-ri, Jeokseong-myeon, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do, South Korea

GOSU CAVE

Gosu cave is one of the most famous caves in Korea. It is 1,700 meters long. Tickets cost 4,000 won and can be purchased upon arrival.

GUINSA TEMPLE

A beautiful Buddhist temple located in a mountain valley near Danyang. This is one of the most visited temples in Korea. Temple stays are also available.

FAQ:

What should i wear?

There is no special clothing that needs to be worn for paragliding, but we recommend long pants and proper shoes. Please no sandals or high heels.

What is the height and weight limit?

There is no height limit, but the your weight needs to be between 20-110 kilograms.

How long is the flight?

Typically flight times are 10-15 minutes. We always try to give people the longest flight we can. If the weather is good, it's not uncommon to have flights of over 30 minutes. From driving up the mountain to flying to the landing zone usually takes about an hour.

What if the flight needs to be cancelled?

If the flight needs to be cancelled due to strong wind or rain, then you will be informed two days prior to your scheduled flight via email. Please be sure to check for this. We are always keeping a close watch on the forecast, however, cancellations do happen. We can reschedule your flight, or you can choose to receive a full refund of your deposit within 2-3 business days.

What is the best season to fly?

We fly all year. Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter are all great times to fly.

What is the age limit?

There is no age limit. Anyone with an interest in paragliding with us can fly. If you are under the age of 18, we will need consent from a parent or guardian.

Is paragliding dangerous?

Statistically paragliding is no more dangerous than driving a car. All of our pilots have many years of flying experience, and all of their equipment is regularly inspected.

Do I need to purchase special insurance?

All of our pilots are insured already. This means if any sort of injury did occur, your pilots paragliding insurance would cover the cost of any injury to you.

Should I bring my camera?

Sure why not? More photos to enjoy the experience would be great. Your pilot will have a GoPro camera for you to hold during your flight. After the flight, the pilot will send you the video and photos of the experience.

What is the cancellation policy?

Full refund if notified 24 hours before the scheduled activity.
Full refund if cancelled due to the weather conditions

How important is the weather?

The weather is very important to paragliding. Safety is our first priority, so we will be checking the weather regularly. We will notify customers at least 2 days prior to the scheduled flight if cancellations need to be made.

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