Tandem Training350m altitude
Paragliding
Signal Hill
Cape Town, Western Cape
Signal Hill is Air School's primary tandem training site. Consistent southeasterly ridge lift above the Atlantic Seaboard provides reliable conditions for instructional tandem flights, with iconic views of Lion's Head, the Twelve Apostles, and Table Bay.
Site highlights
- Primary tandem training site
- Consistent SE ridge lift
- Close to the city — 10 minutes from the CBD
- Iconic views of Lion's Head and Table Bay
Flying conditions
Wind directions
SE, SSE, S
Best seasons
Summer, Autumn
Best time of day
Late morning to early afternoon
Flying style
tandem, ridge soaring
Quick facts
- Altitude
- 350m
- Training type
- Tandem Training
- From Cape Town
- 10 minutes from city centre
- Coordinates
- -33.9249°S, 18.3952°E
Want to train at this site?
See Beginner CourseReady to fly?
Your first solo flight is three sessions away. The beginner course is available year-round — gear, sites, and SAHPA registration all included.
Or call +27 78 095 8136