The Top 5 Paramotor Destinations for 2026

In 2026, the sky isn’t the limit—it’s the invitation. As paramotor pilots, we don’t just travel. We chase horizons, carve paths through clouds, and discover the world from a vantage point few ever reach. This year, WHY NOT Paramotor Expeditions invites you to explore five of the most breathtaking destinations where flight becomes freedom and landscapes become legends.

1. Patagonia, Argentina 🇦🇷

Where the wind whispers stories of ice and fire.

Patagonia is a dreamscape for paramotor pilots. Towering peaks, turquoise lakes, and vast open skies create a canvas of raw beauty. Fly over the jagged silhouette of Mount Fitz Roy, trace the curves of glacial rivers, and land near gaucho villages where time slows down.

  • Best season: November to March
  • Flying conditions: Strong thermals, variable winds—ideal for experienced pilots
  • Local gems: El Chaltén hikes, Argentine asado, and stargazing in the steppe

2. Dolomites, Italy 🇮🇹

Where alpine drama meets Mediterranean charm.

The Dolomites offer a surreal blend of vertical cliffs, lush valleys, and golden light. Launch from meadows above Cortina d’Ampezzo and glide past limestone towers that glow at sunset. It’s a place where every flight feels like a cinematic masterpiece.

  • Best season: June to September
  • Flying conditions: Stable morning air, thermals in the afternoon
  • Local gems: Mountain rifugios, Italian cuisine, and cultural festivals

3. Skeleton Coast, Namibia 🇳🇦

Where the desert meets the sea—and silence becomes sacred.

Namibia’s Skeleton Coast is hauntingly beautiful. Fly over shipwrecks half-buried in sand, trace the foggy shoreline, and witness desert elephants roaming below. It’s a place of solitude, mystery, and elemental power.

  • Best season: May to August
  • Flying conditions: Coastal winds, dry thermals, vast open landings
  • Local gems: Swakopmund town, dune surfing, and Himba cultural encounters

4. Fjords of Norway 🇳🇴

Where water carves poetry into stone.

Norway’s fjords are nature’s symphony. Launch from grassy cliffs and soar above mirror-like waters framed by towering rock walls. The contrast of silence and grandeur makes every flight feel like a meditation.

  • Best season: May to September
  • Flying conditions: Calm mornings, dramatic terrain
  • Local gems: Viking heritage, midnight sun, and wild camping

5. Cappadocia, Turkey 🇹🇷

Where ancient history floats with the wind.

Cappadocia is a paramotor paradise. Fly alongside hot air balloons at sunrise, weave through fairy chimneys, and land near cave dwellings carved by civilizations past. It’s a place where myth and motion merge.

  • Best season: April to October
  • Flying conditions: Gentle winds, stunning visibility
  • Local gems: Underground cities, Turkish tea, and local crafts

Why These Places Matter

Each destination is more than a backdrop—it’s a story waiting to be told. At WHY NOT, we believe paramotor travel is the future of adventure. It’s immersive, intimate, and transformative. These locations were chosen not just for their beauty, but for the way they challenge, inspire, and connect us.

Whether you’re a seasoned pilot or a curious explorer, 2026 is your year to say yes to the sky.


Ready to Fly?

Join us on a WHY NOT Expedition and experience these places from above. Booking is now open for select trips—each one crafted with care, creativity, and community. Because when you fly with us, you don’t just see the world. You feel it.


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About Ricardo Maciel
Founder of Why Not Travel Trips | Master Instructor | Paramotor & Paragliding Explorer
With over 20 years of experience in the skies, Ricardo Maciel has dedicated his life to flight — as a master paramotor, paraglider, and paratrike instructor, expedition leader, and global ambassador for aerial adventure.
From teaching hundreds of new pilots to organising international flying expeditions, Ricardo has helped transform the dream of flight into a lifestyle of freedom, friendship, and exploration.
Over the past two decades, he has guided pilots through the skies of Brazil, Spain, France, Portugal, Italy, the Emirates, Argentina, Paraguay, and the USA, helping them discover new landscapes, cultures, and communities along the way.
Ricardo also organised the Paramotor World Championship in Saquarema, Brazil, bringing together top pilots from around the world to celebrate skill, camaraderie, and the spirit of adventure.
Now, through his company Why Not Travel Trips, Ricardo is creating unique, immersive flying experiences that go beyond the take-off field — connecting pilots with local cultures, breathtaking scenery, and the joy of discovery.
His motto reflects his life’s philosophy:
“You already know how to fly. Now it’s time to see the world from above — and live it from the ground.”

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