Paragliding and sky sports
In Australia’s aero-sports capital you can ‘Feel the Freedom’! Situated only 30 minutes drive west of Tamworth; it’s an adventure not to be missed.
Learn to paraglide at Manilla Paragliding situated at Mount Borah, or take a flight with a tandem glide under the supervision of Australia’s most qualified instructors.
Manilla is a charming country town with a big reputation. Since the 1990’s Manilla has been able to establish itself internationally as the perfect location for areo sports.
As one of the best paragliding, sky sailing and hang-gliding sites, Mount Borah at Manilla annually hosts Australian and International Paragliding and Hang-gliding competitions. Manilla boasts the perfect conditions and launch locations in Australia.
During February & March 2007, Manilla and Mount Borah had the privilege of hosting the World Paragliding Championship.
DID YOU KNOW?
Mount Borah’s frequent rising currents of warm air known as thermals, combined with its geographic location allows pilots to take off in almost any direction- making the area one of the best launch locations in the world.


