fly XC in Valle de Bravo

overview

These trips are ideal for non-beginner paragliding pilots wanting to fly XC in Valle de Bravo. This trip will fit your particular XC needs: whether it's experiencing the beauty of arriving at the lake for a technical 15 km flight, or a 120 km triangle that touches distant waypoints, this trip will prepare you to embark on your specific XC challenge in a safe and fun way. We fly routes based on the day's conditions. And because we all have individual abilities and goals, we naturally break off into smaller groups that fly different routes. This avoids the pressure of keeping up with others, makes it fun, and keeps it safe. Pilots receive a robust introduction to Valle, specific technical guidance, daily group conversations and pilot debriefs. With flyamigo, you'll be flying with amigos.

why Valle

Given Valle de Bravo's exceptional conditions and terrain, there are so many ways to fly XC. Valle de Bravo is a majestic place to fly, and is one of the most consistent places to fly in the world. The town of Valle de Bravo is a haven for wealthy Mexicans, so security is tight and ever-present. You can plan for every day to be flyable, that's what's unique about Valle, aside from the marvelous culture. Valle is a frequent site for Paragliding World Club (PWC) events. But don't let that intimidate you, there is fun flying to be had by all levels of pilots. Flying to the lake of Valle de Bravo, if you can do it, is an exciting accomplishment and the quickest way home. The number of possible XC routes is endless at Valle. The town is only 15km in the air, but the terrain is technical, which is what makes it fun, challenging, and rewarding.
The town of Valle de Bravo is enchanting with many shops, restaurants, and street vendors. So, if you're bringing a partner that doesn't fly, they may just have just as much fun as you.
Valle also has hike-and-fly on the original launch in town, with a well established trail to the top. Don't expect to go XC from this launch, but some pilots like to do an evening flight to see the sunset from the air.

trip dates

Sat Jan 2 - Sun Jan 10, 2027 (SIGN UP to save your spot)
Sat Jan 18 - Sun Jan 26, 2027 (SIGN UP to save your spot)

cost

XC package is $950 USD (price subject to change until you reserve your spot).
Accommodations are separate, based on your selection on the signup form.
Returning pilots get 15% discount on XC portion.

what's included

Pre-trip online briefing (everything you need to know to have a successful time in Valle): waypoints, introduction to geography, XC routes, known landing areas, prohibited landing areas, hazards, safety recommendations, instrumentation for live tracking, insurance recommendations, etc.
Access to flyamigo's "Valle bible" that has been curated over the last ten years
Complimentary shuttle from/to MEX airport and Valle on specific travel days
Accommodations (optional for an additional charge of about $40/night)
Rides to launch
Retrieve from LZ
XC routes based on the day's conditions
Premium group tracking software leveraging your existing instrumentation (e.g. FlySkyHy, Naviter, Inreach, etc.)
Team XC flying
Trip leader that is fluent in English & Spanish, and has been flying in Valle for over a decade
In-the-air XC guiding
Immeasurable stoke from flying Valle with like-minded pilots!

Not included is airfare, food, health & travel insurance, Peñon club fee, specific instruction towards ratings, and paragliding equipment (wing, helmet, radio, vario, etc.).
Organized retrieve is included for the main LZ for those not going XC. For those going XC, it's much more effetive and convenient for pilots to use inexpensive taxis. Most pilots can get back to Valle for less than $5 USD using taxis. Instead of waiting an hour or more for organized retrieve, you'll be on your way back to launch or Valle thanks to cheap local transportation. The pre-trip briefing will provide all the necessary information for pilots to effectively use public transportation for this purpose.

pilot experience required

Pilots must be comfortable launching on their own. Pilots from all over the world are welcome to join the fun, with the ability to communicate in English or Spanish a must.