Villa Luca, Ansermanuevo

Villa Luca is a thermal, soaring and cross-country site above Ansermanuevo in Colombia's Valle del Cauca region, launching at about 1,374 m in wind from east through southeast, south or southwest. Takeoff sits right at the side of the road, reached via a set of stairs near a small kiosk — a quick, low-effort approach compared to many mountain launches. It also works well for hike-and-fly. Access up to launch is typically by jeep, starting from the Zero Gravity landing area. Late-day flights are possible here, though it's worth knowing that the Pacific coastline is sometimes not visible from launch, depending on haze or cloud. Down at the landing zone, there's a kiosk selling cold beer and paragliding gear — a relaxed way to finish a flying day. Between the easy road-side access and the late-flying window, Villa Luca is a convenient stop for pilots working through this part of Colombia.

Launch & conditions

Takeoff is right at the side of the road, reached via a set of stairs near a small kiosk.

Getting there & local rules

Access up to launch is typically by jeep, starting from the Zero Gravity landing area.

Local rules & hazards

Late-day flights are possible here, but the Pacific coastline is sometimes not visible from launch, depending on haze or cloud.

Check conditions before you fly

A forecast for the valley is not a forecast for the launch. Before heading to Villa Luca, Ansermanuevo, 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 Villa Luca, Ansermanuevo with a 7-day forecast built from high-resolution weather models, see who else has been flying, and get there with offline maps.