Paragliding Maras Moray Tour – Fly Over the Sacred Valley
Enjoy a day filled with adventure and culture. The Paragliding Maras Moray Tour takes you high above the Sacred Valley of the Incas while also guiding you through two of its most iconic sites: the Maras Salt Mines and the Moray circular terraces.
Because the tour combines excitement and history, it is perfect for travelers who want more than a simple sightseeing trip.
Why Choose This Tour
First, you will feel the thrill of a paragliding flight over the Andes.
Your professional pilot controls the paraglider, so you can relax and enjoy wide views of mountains, rivers, and patchwork fields, after the flight, you will explore the Moray terraces, which were once used by the Incas for agricultural experiments. Next, you will continue to the Maras Salt Mines, where locals still harvest salt as their ancestors did, therefore, this single day journey allows you to enjoy action, scenery, and culture all at once.
Itinerary
Pick-Up and Drive
To begin, we pick you up at your hotel in Cusco or the Sacred Valley.
During the one hour drive to the launch site, you will pass farms and snow capped peaks, which makes the journey enjoyable from the start.
Paragliding Experience
After arrival, your pilot provides a clear safety talk and all necessary equipment, soon after, you take off and glide over the Sacred Valley for about 10 minutes.
Because the pilot manages the controls, you only need to enjoy the view of ancient fields and the winding Urubamba River.
Visit Moray and Maras
After landing, you will travel to Moray. Here you can walk around the deep circular terraces and learn how the Incas tested different crops, then, you will continue to the Maras Salt Mines, where thousands of dazzling salt pools shine in the sun. Moreover, your private guide shares stories that reveal how local families still use these methods today.
Return
Finally, after a day of adventure and discovery, we drive you back to your hotel.
What’s Included
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Private round trip transport from Cusco or the Sacred Valley
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Tandem paragliding flight with a certified pilot
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Guided visits to Moray and Maras Salt Mines
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All safety equipment
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Bottled water
Not Included
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Entrance tickets to Moray and Maras (90 soles)
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Tips for the guide or pilot
FAQs About the Paragliding Maras Moray Tour
Is paragliding safe for first timers?
Yes. Certified pilots manage every technical detail, so you can simply enjoy the ride.
Do I need to be very fit?
No. Although a short walk to the launch site is required, most healthy adults can join.
When is the best time to fly?
Morning flights usually offer calmer weather; therefore, they provide the most reliable conditions.
What should I wear?
Wear comfortable clothes, closed shoes, and a light jacket, since the Andean breeze can feel cool.
Price
$175 USD per person – Minimum of two guests
Why Travelers Love It
Because it combines a thrilling paragliding adventure in Peru with a guided visit to two key Inca sites, this tour stands out among all day trips from Cusco.
Moreover, private transportation and expert guides ensure a safe and memorable experience from start to finish.
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