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Paragliding vs Rock climbing

Paragliding and rock climbing have 97% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.

WhatParaglidingRock climbing
Time a week5 hours a week5 hours a week
Who withOn your ownWith a partner or opponent
You end up withA skill you got better atA skill you got better at
FeelsLivelyLively
To start$300$250

Choose paragliding if

  • Gentler on the body

About $300 to start, then about $100 a month.

About paragliding

Choose rock climbing if

  • More physical

About $250 to start, then about $40 a month.

About rock climbing

What you'll need

  • Paragliding: About $300 to start, then about $100 a month. Full cost breakdown
  • Rock climbing: Climbing Shoes, Climbing Rope, Climbing Harness, Belay Device, Gym entry and hire Full cost breakdown

Compare something else

Any two of the 396. You get the time each takes, what it costs to start, who you need and what you end up with.