Paraglider is a key item in Zelda Tears Of The Kingdom (TotK). Learn how to get the Paraglider early in the game, how to use it in travels, ride updrafts, control and gliding tips.
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How To Get/Unlock Paraglider
Can Be Obtained In The Main Quest "Crisis at Hyrule Castle"
After proceeding through the Main Quest "Crisis at Hyrule Castle", Purah will give you the Paraglider. At the same time, you will be able to open the Skyview Tower, which will allow you to update the map.
Crisis at Hyrule Castle WalkthroughIt Is Also Possible To Obtain It Through Amiibo Bonuses
| Link | Link (Riding) |
|---|---|
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| Zelda & Loftbird | Link(Majora's Mask) |
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If you get an amiibo, you can unlock a special Paraglider that is only available through the amiibo bonus. So, if you want the Paraglider that goes with the specific amiibo mentioned above, it's a good idea to buy it.
How To Use Paraglider
Press The Paraglider Button While In The Air
You can use the Paraglider by pressing the designated button while you're in the air. By deploying it from a high altitude, you can even travel long distances.
Manage Your Stamina Wheel Carefully
Your Stamina Wheel will constantly be consumed while using the Paraglider. Make sure it does not reach zero or else you will be unable to use the Paraglider and fall midair causing fall damage or losing all of your hearts.
How To Increase The Stamina VesselYou Can Ride Air Currents
Sometimes, on certain map areas you can see some air currents or strong updraft winds blowing out from the ground. If you jump in these areas and use the Paraglider, you can soar up from the ground quickly.
Tears of the Kingdom Related Articles
Return To TopUseful Articles From Beginning To Endgame
| Main Quests | Map List | Shrines | Skyview Towers |
| Early Game Guide | Korok Seeds | Best Food | Rupee Farming |
| Horse Guide | Inventory Expansion | Battery Upgrade | Zonai Devices |
| Equipment & Items | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Weapons | Repair Weapon | Reroll Weapon | Best Weapons |
| Armor/ Clothes | Armor Set | Upgrade Armor | Best Armor |
| Set Bonus | Master Sword | Hylian Shield | Best Equipment |
| Bows | Arrows Farming | Bomb Flower | Best Fuse |
| Maps & Collections | |||
| Geoglyphs | Great Fairy | Device Dispenser | Sage's Will |
| Rock Octorok | Forge Construct | Malanya | Hudson Sign |
| Cave | Well | Schematics | Old Map |
| Stable | Bargainer Statue | Horned Statue | Goddess Statue |
| Misko’s Treasure | Shadow Soldier | Poe | Bubbul Gem |
| Light Dragon | Dinraal | Farosh | Naydra |
Link's New Abilities
Things To Know
Purah Pad - Uses & Abilities
| ▶Camera | ▶Hero's Path Mode |
| ▶Sensor + | ▶Shrine Sensor |
| ▶Travel Medallion | ▶Ultrahand |
| ▶Fuse | ▶Ascend |
| ▶Autobuild | ▶Recall |
Equipment Related
| ▶Master Sword | ▶Hylian Shield |
| ▶Repair Weapon | ▶Reroll Weapon Effects |
| ▶Upgrade Armor | ▶Best Fusion & Fuse |
| ▶Inventory Expansion | ▶Make An Axe |
Farming & Cooking
| Farming Related | |
|---|---|
| ▶Rupees Farming | ▶Arrows Farming |
| ▶Bomb Flowers Farming | ▶How To Get Dragon Materials |
| Cooking Related | |
| ▶Best Food Recipes | ▶How To Cook |
| ▶How To Make A Fire | ▶Spicy Recipe |
| ▶Hearty Food | ▶Stamina Food |
| ▶Gloom Resistance Food | ▶Attack Up Food |
| ▶Light Foods | |
Horse Related
| ▶Horse Guide | ▶Catch A Horse |
| ▶Reroll A Horse | ▶Get The Best Horse |
| ▶How To Get Epona | ▶Make A Carriage |
| ▶Towing Harness |
Map Related
Zonai Related
Combat, Skills, and Controls
System and Others
| ▶New Features | ▶Points of No Return |
| ▶Amiibo Benefits | ▶Should You Play BotW? |
| ▶What Carries Over? | ▶How To Save |
| ▶Can You Play Multiplayer? | ▶Change Difficulty |
| ▶Death Penalty | ▶Required Storage |
| ▶Best Settings | ▶Kingdom Edition |
| ▶Collector's Edition | ▶Downloadable Contents (DLC) |
| ▶Patch Updates |
