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1 hour 15 minutes
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Paragliding is one of the most exciting activities in Chamonix. Enjoy a paragliding tandem flight over the Alps. You will 15 to 30 minutes just in front of the Mont-Blanc, Europe's highest mountain! This flight is the perfect way to get introduced to paragliding. While in the air, you can admire the wonderful and unique views of the Alps and their summits. Your pilot might even let you try piloting yourself!
Thanks to our professional instructors, you will be able to do this activity safely. All our instructors hold official french paragliding teacher certificate, and subscribe to a full insurance, which is valid for both you and them.
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
MEETING POINT: in front of the cable car ticket office. We do not have an office or desk there. Just wait there and the pilots will come.
Minimum age is 4 years
Please do not carry a big bag during the flight. Only very small bags are allowed.
Please provide your weight in kg. Max weight is 100 kg
Best time to fly in summer: less than 40kg: ask for an early time: 8 am or 9 am
Best time to fly in summer: 40 to 60kg: book a flight until 11 am max
Best time to fly in summer: Above 60kg: you can fly all day
Total activity takes about 1 hour
If weather (wind or rain) does not allow a safe flight, you will be refunded
Be at the meeting point 10 min before. Buy your ticket for cable car (one way , about 18 euros)
No need to write or call us to inform that you arrived. Only do so if you are late.
Pilots might be up to 10 min late. Don't worry, they will come and look for you.
Keep you phone with you, as we might try to call you if we don't find you
All our pilots speaks English and French. Some speak Spanish as well.
Max. weight is 100kg
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Driver/guide
Use of helmet
Insurance
Photos and HD video of the flight (on demand: 30€)
Cable car ticket (to buy at meeting point)
You are going to do a paragliding tandem flight with one of our certified instructors. This flight takes off from Plan Praz and will last 15 to 25 minutes, depending of the wind conditions. ! From September 18th to October 20th , the Plan Praz paragliding takeoff place is closed (due to cable car maintenance), therefore we will fly from the Plan de l'Aiguille. The meeting point in this case will be at the bottom of the Aiguille du midi cable car. Don't hesitate to contact us for more information !
424 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tiffany W,
Sep 18, 2025
- Viator
Such a fun time! Highly recommend!! Got to see the beautiful Chamonix valley from a different point of view, and learn about paragliding
Aslam J,
Sep 14, 2025
- Viator
The most amazing experience I’ve ever had. Just get the expensive ones, they are more experienced and safer.Take Dramamine if you experience motion sickness.
Lisanne P,
Sep 9, 2025
- Viator
The guide,Laurent was experienced and reassuring. The perfect setting, the unforgettable experience. Juste WOW!
Lorraine A,
Sep 1, 2025
- Viator
We were in contact about the weather, and they responded promptly. It was a great experience…only wish the pics captured were a bit better!
Victor R,
Sep 1, 2025
- Viator
Adventurous fun and beautiful views of Chamonix and surrounding mountains. Excellent pilots that are very polite
Operated by Air Sports Chamonix