The 5 Paragliding Flights Tours in France That Earn Their Price

1.Paragliding Tandem Flight over the Alps in Chamonix

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 428 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $216Our pick

Fly tandem above Chamonix with an English-speaking pilot from Air Sports Chamonix. After a cable-car ride to Brévent, you’ll receive a helmet and a short briefing before launching over the valley, glaciers, villages, and Mont Blanc views. Some flights let you try the controls or add gentle acrobatics. Photos and HD video cost €30.

“Definitely recommended! Great guys with whom we did tandems, great spot from where we started and stunning views. Really amazing experience.”

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2.Tandem Paragliding Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 264 reviews · 1 hour - 90 minutes · from $187

Meet your English- or French-speaking pilot in Chamonix, ride the cable car to Le Brévent, and run gently into the air for about 20 minutes. Expect sweeping Mont Blanc views, a careful safety briefing, and a soft landing. Pilots such as Richard, Sebastian, Xavier, and Adrian have been praised for calm instruction, while photos and video may be available for an extra fee.

“This was an amazing activity which is great value for money! Adrian my pilot had 30+ years of experience and knew how to make it a fun but safe flight. I plan to do another when I return to Chamonix next winter! Thankyou Adrian”

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3.Two-seater paragliding flight in Chamonix

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $189

Meet Kailash Parapente in central Chamonix for a tandem flight above the valley. After a short run from a gentle slope facing Mont Blanc, your instructor guides you through about 20 minutes in the air. Eric, Erick, Olivier, and Leticia are among the named instructors. English is offered, and photos or video may cost extra.

“A huge thanks to Leticia, who made my first time paragliding so enjoyable! Recommended to everyone!!!”

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4.paragliding discovery flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $204

Take a ski lift to a grassy launch point above Chamonix, then run with your instructor as the wing lifts you into the Alpine air. Xavier and the Ascendance Parapente Chamonix team handle the flying while you enjoy up to 30 minutes above the valley. Helmets and gloves are included, but ski lifts and transportation are extra. The activity is limited to people under 90 kilos.

“As a first time paraglider Xavier was very helpful in guiding me on what to do during the flight. He speaks English and will also offer go pro pictures and footage for €30.”

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5.Sensation paragliding flight over the magnificent Lake Annecy

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $144Best value

Meet Annecy Takamaka in Doussard, ride the shuttle to Col de la Forclaz, and fly tandem above Lake Annecy with a professional pilot. After a calm warm-up, you can request tight turns, wing overs, and 360-degree spins. Manu and Nefta are among the pilots praised for clear guidance and a friendly manner. The flight lasts about an hour, weather permitting.

“I just had the best instructor when doing this, Thank you much Nefta (Notsurethename) but He is so nice and made me feel confident. Will definitely come back with my family. Thank you TaKamaka”

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