Paragliding in Austria: 15 Tandem Flights to Book

1.Tandem paragliding in the Stubai Valley near Innsbruck

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 298 reviews · 1 hour · from $151Our pick

Fly tandem above the Stubai Valley with Air 4 You, seeing the Stubai Glacier, Pinnistal, Nordkette, and Neustift from the air. Your pilot handles the flight while you enjoy the views. Reinhard and Rouven are among the team members praised for calm instruction and careful flying. The flight lasts about an hour, weather permitting.

“I did this a year ago and I am still talking about it. The people who were doing it were very professional and I wasn't scared at all. I am 56 years old and not very athletic, but I had no trouble with the small run down the hill or the landing. They film everything for you, so you can enjoy the experience for years to come! One of my favorite things I did in the Alps!”

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2.Neustift im Stubaital: Tandem Paragliding Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 226 reviews · 1 hour · from $147

Meet pilots such as Ricardo, Peter, or Michl at Elferlift in Neustift, ride the cable car, and launch into a tandem flight above the Stubai Valley. Expect clear instructions, sweeping views of the Stubai Glacier and Innsbruck, and a certificate afterward. Weather may shift the timing, so flexibility matters.

“Such a great experience! Ricardo was very informative and very assuring! Would recommend to anyone”

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3.Paragliding & Tandemflüge with World Champion & Team, Stubaital

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 177 reviews · 1 hour · from $163

Meet the Parafly team in Neustift, ride the Elferlift to launch, and run about 10 meters before lifting over the Stubai Valley. Your pilot handles the flight while you enjoy the 3,000-meter peaks. Dominic, Indy, and Hubi are among the pilots praised for calm, friendly instruction. Photos and video cost extra.

“Did she let you know that you have to run to do this? So that if you have hip issues or ankle issues that this could be an issue only because I did fall. And then I had to climb up the snow, and that did present a problem for me. Those who have Asthma issues. This could present problems. There should be a short video describing the activity so that you can make a better decision. The instructor was nice. I was given a second chance, and on the second chance I was able to do it. I was scared because I fell. All said and done. Yes, I…”

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4.Tandem Paragliding Tirol, Austria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 125 reviews · 1 hour · from $151

Meet pilots such as Peter, Ricardo, Hubi, or Stefan at the Elfer Cable Car Station in Neustift. Ride up, walk a few steps to launch, then glide above the Stubai Valley toward views of the glacier and Innsbruck. The flight lasts about an hour, with safety gear and a flight diploma included.

“Pilots seemed very educated and reliable. They were friendly and punctual. Views were amazing! I tend to be squeamish of heights but this did not bother me at all!”

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5.Zell am See: Schmittenhöhe Tandem Paragliding Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 82 reviews · 1h 30m · from $187

Meet your pilot at Schmittenhöhebahn, ride the cable car to 2,000 meters, then run a few steps into the air for a tandem flight of up to 30 minutes. Pilots including Louis and Dominika offer flights in English, German, Polish, and Dutch. The flight lands near Kaprun, followed by a shuttle back.

“The paragliding was great with Dominika and Louis , both are really kind people and took care of everything, Best people to do paragliding, I hope to do again with them in Summer... Thank you...”

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6.Private Tandem Paragliding Salzburg Mt Gaisberg

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours · from $228

Fly tandem from Mt. Gaisberg with an experienced pilot from FlyTandem.at. After a short takeoff, you can glide for up to 20 minutes above Salzburg, forests, and Alpine peaks. Wolfgang is one of the named pilots connected with the experience. Safety gear is included, and the flight runs in every season when weather permits.

“This experience was the highlight of my time in Salzburg and my instructor did a phenomenal job. Salzburg is the perfect place to paraglide.”

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7.Innsbruck: Paragliding Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 71 reviews · 1 hour · from $147

Meet your pilot at the Elfer mountain station in Neustift, after riding the gondola up on your own. With pilots including Reinhard, Reinhold, and Tim, you will receive a safety briefing, take a few running steps, and glide above Tyrol for about 15 minutes. Photos and video are available at extra cost.

“Great experience! The best location and a professional team!”

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8.Mayrhofen: Paragliding Adventure With Soaring Views

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · 1h 30m · from $164

Meet your English- or German-speaking pilot at Penkenbahn in Mayrhofen, ride up to the launch site, and run a few steps into the air. Your private tandem flight lasts about 20 to 25 minutes. Albin, Gavin, and Tobi are among the pilots, and you can request a calm flight, try steering, or add wing-overs and spirals.

“Ich hatte ein rundum perfektes Erlebnis mit Albin. Wir mussten wetterbedingt schieben, was aber komplett unkompliziert und flexibel möglich war. Vor Ort hat sich Albin ganz zauberhaft um mich gekümmert und mir noch ganz viele Tipps für die Umgebung gegeben. Die Gondel ist nicht im Preis inkludiert, daher unbedingt im Hotel nach einer Gästekarte fragen, um Rabatt zu erhalten. Fotos und Videos habe ich für 25€ vor Ort gekauft. Also alles in allem eine 10/10 - würde ich definitiv wieder machen :)”

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9.St Johann in Tirol: Tandem Paragliding

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 50 reviews · 1h 30m · from $176

Meet your English or German-speaking pilot at St Johann’s gondola, ride 20 minutes uphill, then launch from 1,600 meters for a 1,000-meter flight over the Kitzbühel Alps. No experience is needed. You can request gentle gliding, try simple steering, or ask your pilot about acrobatic moves. Bring warm clothes and comfortable shoes.

“Just a great fun experience, the views... WOW... September is a great season for this (was perfect weather)... thankyou Martin for a fun time”

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10.Salzburg like an eagle: tandem paragliding from Gaisberg

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 40 reviews · 1 hour · from $233

Meet Hajo Smit’s team at the top of Gaisberg, 1,288 meters above Salzburg, for a private tandem paragliding flight. After a short briefing, you’ll launch with a professional pilot such as Hajo or Tom, float above the city, and receive flight photos and video on your phone. Fair weather is required.

“Fantastic Experince, both my kids and I were nervous. The team was very calming and reassuring. Beautiful day over Salzburg. We are grateful for the amazing experince !”

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11.Private tandem flight Classic from the Schmittenhöhe in Zell am See

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · from $206

Take off from Schmittenhöhe with Falken Air and glide 1,200 meters down toward Zell am See. Your state-certified pilot, including Sepp, Christina, Winni, or Roman, handles the flight while you enjoy 15 to 30 minutes above Lake Zell and the Hohe Tauern. Shuttle return, safety gear, insurance, and a flight diploma are included. The lift ticket is extra.

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12.Mayrhofen: Private Paragliding Flight – All Levels – Freedom

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 34 reviews · 7 days · from $164

Meet your instructor at Penkenbahn in summer or Penkenjochhaus in winter, then fly tandem over the Zillertal Alps with guides such as Mario, Lorenz, and Flo. After a safety briefing, you choose between a gentle glide and tricks such as spirals, loops, and wing-overs. The flight lasts 20 to 25 minutes.

“Was een heel mooie beleving. Zeker de moeite waard. Is niet goedkoop en houdt er rekening mee dat je ook nog apart moet betalen voor de lift naar boven en de foto’s en video’s. Samen nog een kleine € 50,00 pp extra. Desalniettemin erg cool om te doen en Mario en Laurens zijn prettige mensen.”

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13.Zell am See: Paragliding Tandem Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 1 hour · from $233

Fly tandem from Schmittenhöhe at about 6,500 feet with an English, German, French, or Dutch-speaking pilot. Choose a standard flight or, in summer, a longer thermal flight that can rise above the launch point. Photos and GoPro footage are included, while the cable car ride to the summit costs extra.

“This is such an amazing and perfect experience!!! If you are planning to come to austria, this paragliding will definitely be the best thing in your trip. Hajo is very experienced and prioritised safety during the whole activity. He was very considering and provided glasses and skiing shoes. The take off and landing are very stable and the turnings the air were very peaceful. The GoPro recorded the whole flight and videos were fascinating. The overall experience was perfect and I will definitely do it again with Hajo if I come back to austria.”

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14.Villach/Ossiachersee: Paragliding “Panorama” Tandemflug

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 30 reviews · 1h 30m · from $175

Meet Flycenter Ossiacher See, ride by shuttle and gondola to Gerlitzen Alpe, then launch with a state-certified tandem pilot for 20 to 30 minutes above Lake Ossiach. Pilots speak English and German. Small groups, a large landing field, and optional photos and video make this a calm first flight.

“Super Erlebnis, immer wieder gern. Wir werden das wiederholen. Tolles Team vielen Dank.”

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15.Neustift im Stubaital: Panoramic Tandem Paragliding Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 1 hour · from $159

Meet Parafly at its Neustift landing site, ride the cable car for about 10 minutes, then launch with a certified pilot for a 20-minute tandem flight above the Stubai Valley. You’ll see glaciers, Alpine peaks, and Innsbruck in the distance. English, German, Italian, and Spanish are available, and pilot Vinicius Indy has been singled out for helping first-time flyers feel at ease.

“Team, communication, friendly team. We will be calling again and recommend.”

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