Frequently asked questions about paragliding

Fear of heights is a very common concern and has put many people off paragliding. BUT YOU DON’T GET VERTIGO WHEN PARAGLIDING! Vertigo only occurs when you are connected to the ground (on a cliff edge or at the top of a ladder, for example). When paragliding, you are sitting comfortably in your harness, with no contact with the ground, so there is no reason to worry. It’s 100% pleasure!

No. Unlike a parachute jump, paragliding gives a feeling of gliding gently through the air. Take-off and flight are gradual, which makes the experience very pleasant.

Yes, the weather is a key safety factor. Flights are cancelled or postponed in unfavourable conditions (strong wind, rain, etc.). We will let you know if plans change.

We recommend booking ahead, especially during busy periods. This ensures a time slot is available on your chosen date.

Yes. Depending on the option chosen, you can take home souvenir photos and videos of your paragliding flight.

Yes, absolutely! Tandem flights are a great way to celebrate special occasions such as a wedding, a birthday or even a marriage proposal. We recommend booking ahead to ensure availability and, if you wish, we can personalise the experience to make the moment even more unforgettable. Feel free to contact us to discuss what you have in mind!

Shoes with good support (such as hiking boots or trainers)
Trousers, cropped trousers or shorts depending on the weather
A windproof jacket, a fleece or a sweatshirt if needed (your instructor can carry them in a pocket of their harness during the flight)
Sunglasses are recommended and… a smile is compulsory!

You pay for your flight on the day. We accept French cheques, ANCV holiday vouchers and cash. We do not accept cards, so most international visitors will need to bring cash in euros.

Tandem paragliding wings are designed for a fairly wide total weight range, generally 120 to 230 kg (about 265 to 507 lb). This includes the equipment, the pilot and the passenger. There is a limit of 95 kg (about 209 lb) for the passenger, provided they are in good physical condition.

Flights are open from age 6, with the Feather Flight in Serre Chevalier or the Feather Flight on skis in Montgenèvre, designed for children and light passengers (under 50 kg / about 110 lb). We are often asked this about children: in fact, what matters most is that they really want to do it.

• Montgenèvre

  • Winter (skiing): take-off from Le Chalvet or Le Rocher de l’Aigle.

• Briançon

  • Winter: take-off from Le Prorel, supervised tandem flights adapted to winter conditions

  • Summer: tandem hike & fly from the surrounding summits

• Serre Chevalier

  • Winter: flights from the top of the Prorel

  • Summer: tandem flights from the Col du Granon in Serre Chevalier

• Vallouise / Pelvoux

  • We can move to this site if the wind conditions are not suitable in Serre Chevalier

Yes. You can give a paragliding gift voucher, an original idea for a birthday, Christmas or a stag or hen party.

You can book:

• online

• by phone

• using the contact form on the website

Yes, paragliding is open to children and adults alike. It is a great activity to share during a stay in the Alps.

The price depends on the length of the flight and the option you choose. Discovery flights are the shortest, while longer flights let you enjoy the scenery for longer.

In Serre Chevalier and Briançon:

• Feather Flight (children, around 10 minutes): €90
• Discovery Flight (15 to 20 minutes): €110
• Thermals Flight (35 to 40 minutes): €155
• Escape Flight (at least 1 hour): €200
• Hike & Fly (a hike then a flight, one morning): €310

In Montgenèvre, on skis in winter:

• Feather Flight on skis (children, 5 to 10 minutes): €90
• Discovery Flight on skis (10 to 20 minutes): €110
• Clarée Flight (15 to 35 minutes): €180

You pay on the day of the flight, after it has taken place.

Yes, many visitors make the most of a stay or a weekend in Briançon to discover paragliding and admire the Alpine scenery from the air.

Yes, depending on the conditions, you can take the controls of the paraglider. This lets you feel what piloting is like while enjoying a safe flight in Serre Chevalier, Briançon or Montgenèvre.