SKY RIVER

SKY RIVER sits between the towns of Cimitarra and Landázuri in Santander, Colombia, about 15 km from Cimitarra's town center in the vereda El Triunfo, launching from just under 1,000 m. Northwest wind dominates the flying here, typically in the 5–20 km/h range, and the site is mainly thermic — reliable and approachable rather than technical. A 4x4 is the recommended way to get up, given the rural roads leading in. There are several official landing zones in the area, each positioned close to a road for an easy exit after flying, and the main landing is a wide, grassy field that gives plenty of margin on approach. Between the moderate thermic winds and the well-placed landing options, this is a workable site for pilots looking for a straightforward flying day in this part of Santander.

Launch & conditions

Northwest wind dominates, typically 5–20 km/h, with mainly thermic conditions.

Getting there & local rules

About 15 km from Cimitarra's town center in the vereda El Triunfo, between Cimitarra and Landázuri; a 4x4 is recommended for the rural roads in.

Check conditions before you fly

A forecast for the valley is not a forecast for the launch. Before heading to SKY RIVER, read the wind and thermals for the site itself, confirm the day's rules with the local club, and remember the standing rule — when in doubt, don't launch. In the free OutDare app you can open SKY RIVER with a 7-day forecast built from high-resolution weather models, see who else has been flying, and get there with offline maps.