Crucita
📍 Manabi · Nearest city: Rocafuerte (12 km)
10 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 91 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
-0.88400, -80.54520Takeoff orientations
Green = good orientation · Yellow = possible · Gray = not suitable
Why this site has thermal potential
| Factor | Value | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|
| Hotspot density (5 km) | 0 | Low |
| Avg thermal probability | 0.00 | Based on thousands of aggregated IGC flights |
| Solar orientation | 0.35 | Slope faces north in southern hemisphere |
| Own flight history | 0.00 | Thermals detected in platform IGC tracks |
Real takeoff terrain
| SRTM elevation | 82 m AMSL |
| Average slope | 14.3° |
| Slope aspect | 220° (SW) |
| Hemisphere | south — Orientation unfavorable for direct solar thermals |
Derived from SRTM 30m (NASA).
Takeoff description
Private take off, tandem flights available, flat and spacious, unobstructed, 300 feet/100 meters over ocean, westerly winds coming off ocean.
Rules and notes
Commercial Tandem Flights available through the onsite kiosk, only authorized pilots may engage in commercial tandem flights, individual pilots flying solo are free of charge
Pilot comments
The Paragliding area is located on a mountain @ 100 meters or 300 feet high with a stunning view of the village below and with Manta off in the distance. We offer a restaurant on site, Restaurante y Aerodromo La Loma, with outdoor seating with Paragliders taking off and landing within close proximity creating a magical experience. We will be offering ParaGlamping Pods soon for your convenience where one can enjoy the stunning night view of the valley below and Manta illuminated off in the distance, gathering around the fire sharing ones flight data. You're invited to the experience of a lifetime
Nearby sites
La Silla (The Chair) (40) · Canoa - El Nido (37) · Canoa - Loma chica (37) · Antenas Chone (35) · San Pedro II (4) · San Pedro I (4)