New Zealand 2008 (Level 2)

TBC 15th January to 8th February

A one off opportunity to fly with us in New Zealand

The trip is just in the final stages of planning now.

Key elements;

• 10 pilots (intended)
• Cost approx £450 per week
• Option of 2 or 3 weeks
• Includes accommodation, transport, transfers, guiding
• Excludes flights, food, beer
• Flying both inland and coastal
• Trip to South Island included in package being explored at present

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TOP REASONS TO FLY IN NEW ZEALAND

• Because it's summer there and winter here... DOH!
• Intended 5 to 1 ratio, pilots to guides (2 of 3 guides are local to the area we will be flying)
• Trip includes accommodation, breakfast, transport and airport pickup/drop-off
• Flights details are to be confirmed. They are expected to be between £500 & £700
• Flying varies from inland inland thermic soaring to coastal, dynamic soaring
• Getting to the launches is usually by 4x4 car with walks often just 100 yards
• The trips are guided, but most of our guides are also BHPA Coaches and are usually happy to give advice where qualified and to sign off BHPA tasks. The trip is suited to the ClubPilot through to Skygod. CP’s will receive excellent advice on flying. Skygods will receive advice on XC routes and retrieves. Ring for advice if you are unsure if your experience is suited
• Partners welcome, and there will be a couple. Our base has excellent tourist facilities and activities
• Tandems will be available for those that want them (flyers or non flyers) There is a charge of 50 Euro's per flight.
• Trips are led by Brett Janaway, three times British Paragliding Accuracy Champion and Team Captain at the 2003 World Championships. He lives in Slovenia for 5+ months a year

Near our base. Mt Maunganui

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