Queenstown Tandem Paragliding from Coronet Peak
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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We fly from New Zealand's highest commercial take-off point. Offering stunning views of the Wakatipu valley and beyond, let our highly experienced pilots guide you through the air and show you what it's like to fly like a bird. No experience necessary.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Weight restriction: 120 kg (Oct-Feb), 110kg (March-April)
What To Expect
Check-in to the Skytrek desk 30 minutes before your booked time. Our courtesy shuttle will drive you from town for a quick 20 minutes to our launch point on Coronet Peak. After putting on a helmet and harness, your pilot will give you a briefing and then it's launch time. Enjoy soaring like an eagle and taking in the pristine surrounds over-looking the Wakatipu valley. Landing is gentle and takes place on the valley floor. After a quick pack-up, we'll take you back into town.
Options
Tandem Paragliding
What‘s Included
Return transport from Queenstown
Tandem flight with an experienced pilot
Safety briefing and equipment (helmet + harness)
Photos and videos (available to purchase)
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup/drop-off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
134 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Awesome views! The drive...
scott r,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome views! The drive to the site and back is picturesque, and the glide down was peaceful, even when we did the roller coaster!
Awesome Paragliding experience
India J,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an incredible experience with breathtaking views. My operator (Andy) was spectacular, talking me through the process and making me feel comfortable prior to flight. We even got a chance to do a few tricks. Highly recommend this experience for some of the most epic views of Queenstown.
Excellent paragliding in Queenstown
Scenic17513655953,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome experience. From about 2200ft travelled 3.5km and was in the air about 15 minutes. My pilot Ty was excellent, great sense of humour and created photos to record a lasting memory. Recommended
So much fun and beautiful sites! A must do!
KaMandaEvans H,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent! The ride was beautiful fun and exhilarating! The instructor was very friendly and cool (last name was Contreras)!
Best flight! So much fun
H1892HLannemariev,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Skytrek is the best! Good rate, they explain everything multiple times, everyone’s in a good mood and best spot to start from, highest in NZ at 700m. Pat, my paragliding buddy, was amazing! He really knows his stuff and I could tell he loves what he’s doing!
A great value experience in safe hands. Flying above the Queenstown and Arrowtown countryside
Cecily R,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A fantastic experience. Togi was an experienced pilot who was informative and instilled me with confidence from the outset. I felt safe and yet exhilarated flying above the hills paragliding with amazing views.
Amazing Paragliding
Michelle S,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00They did a wonderful job with this. The guides were extremely friendly and experienced. They took safety very seriously and it was a gorgeous ride!!
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George H,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Do not book with this company. The weather in Queenstown was cold windy and rainy all week. Three times I went to the business requested my money back. They refused. Then the day we were to go they said $150 per person to change. I will be demanding my money back from these crooks from Viator. However don’t even think about booking with these jerks!
We did the paragliding....
Nikki A,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We did the paragliding. It was amazing. We added this to our trip last minute and I highly recommend.
Tandem paragliding experience
Joy V,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was amazing. Experienced staff made the ride a dream excellence. Excellent views. Safe landing. It was exciting to feel the parachute transition between the air currents.
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