Two-seater paragliding flight in Chamonix

About this tour

Launch from Planpraz and float above the Chamonix valley strapped to an experienced pilot for an hour of tandem paragliding. No prior experience needed—this introductory flight opens the Alps' vertical world to anyone regardless of fitness or age. You'll drift across dramatic peaks and glaciers, seeing the Mont-Blanc massif from an angle ground-bound visitors never reach. Equipment provided; public transport gets you to the launch point.

Highlights

• Launch from Planpraz with 360-degree Alpine views
• Drift past Mont-Blanc and surrounding glaciers
• No experience or fitness requirements
• Helmet and harness supplied
• One-hour flight with qualified tandem pilot

What to expect

You'll meet your pilot at Planpraz and get geared up with helmet and harness. After a brief safety chat, you'll run a few steps into the wind and leave the ground—the rush is immediate but the sensation quickly becomes peaceful as thermals carry you higher. The valley opens beneath you: villages shrink, rivers become threads, and you're genuinely flying rather than falling. Your pilot handles all steering and landing; you simply experience the silence and scale.

Good to know

Dress in layers—it's cooler aloft. Wear trainers with ankle support. Public transport serves Planpraz well. No private car needed. Service animals may accompany you on the ground, though flight suitability depends on animal size and temperament.