Paragliding Tandem Flight in Chamonix - Take-off from Plan-Praz
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Use of helmet
- Insurance
- Driver/guide
- Option Photos and HD video of the flight (on demand: 35€)
- Cable car ticket (to buy at meeting point)
Meeting Location
29 Route Henriette d'Angeville
74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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. If the flight from Plan Praz is not available (weather or closure of the cable car), you will have choice to fly from Plan de l'Aiguille (+20 euros), it's a super nice flight, or to cancel your booking.
! 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 !
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Max. weight is 100kg
- 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.
- Best time to fly in summer: Above 90kg: NOT BEFORE 10am
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (12)
Q: Are there any weight restrictions for parasailing?
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Activity code: C-16695P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (12)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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The minimum weight to fly alone is 90 lbs, and in tandem or triple, it may not exceed 450 lbs
The captain may change these safety restrictions due to weather conditions at their discretion.
Dec 2021Although it is best for you to be comfortable in the water, you do not have to know how to swim. Each guest is provided with a buoyancy compensator (BC) that will assist with flotation.
Apr 2023Yes, the minimum age to parasail is 6 years old. Participants under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian sign their liability waiver prior to boarding the vessel. At Cool Shore Excursions safety is our number one priority. The minimum weight required for parasailing is roughly 90 pounds. If the flyer is less than 90 pounds, they will simply fly tandem with someone not to exceed roughly 450 pounds combined weight. Weight requirements may differ due to wind conditions.
Feb 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Use of helmet.
- Insurance.
- Driver/guide.
- Option Photos and HD video of the flight (on demand: 35€).
- Cable car ticket (to buy at meeting point).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Paragliding Tandem Flight in Chamonix - Take-off from Plan-Praz is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Max. weight is 100kg
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Paragliding Tandem Flight in Chamonix – Take-off from Plan-Praz will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Use of helmet
- Insurance
- Driver/guide
- Option Photos and HD video of the flight (on demand: 35€)
- Cable car ticket (to buy at meeting point)
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Max. weight is 100kg
- 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.
- Best time to fly in summer: Above 90kg: NOT BEFORE 10am
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
