Tandem Paragliding in Austria: The 15 Best Flights

1.Tandem paragliding in the Stubai Valley near Innsbruck

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 298 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $151Our pick

Fly tandem above the Stubai Valley with Air 4 You, taking in the Stubai Glacier, Pinnistal, Nordkette, and Neustift. Reinhard, Rouven, and their team provide the safety gear and instruction. The flight suits first-timers, families, and older participants, with photos and video available for an extra fee.

“Reinhard was a responsive and assuring pilot who takes safety seriously. Great experience even with the suboptimal weather conditions 👍”

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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, Bene, and Michl at Elferlift in Neustift. Ride the cable car, follow a short briefing, then launch with a certified pilot above the Stubai Valley. Expect striking views of the Stubai Glacier and Innsbruck, plus optional flight photos and video for €30.

“The paragliding activity was absolutely incredible! The pilots (Ricardo and Bene) were amazing—super skilled, friendly, and made us feel completely safe the entire time. The views were breathtaking, and the whole experience was unforgettable. Highly recommend to anyone looking for an adventure! 10/10”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 177 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $163

Meet at Flugschule Parafly in Neustift and ride the Elferlift or Schlick 2000 to launch. Your pilot handles the equipment while you run about 10 meters and take off. Expect roughly an hour, huge Stubai Valley views, a flight certificate, and optional photos and video.

“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 (approx.) · 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, and glide above the Stubai Valley with views toward the Stubai Glacier and Innsbruck. The flight lasts about an hour.

“We loved this activity. The mountain was picturesque. The flight down was nice a relaxing and it was a fun way to explore some of the alps.”

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5.Paragliding Adventure With Soaring Views

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

Meet your pilot at Mayrhofen’s Penkenbahn, ride to the launch area, and glide for about 20 to 25 minutes above the Zillertal. Albin, Tobi, Gavin, and the team offer calm flights or optional wing-overs, spirals, and loops. You may even try steering the glider yourself.

“Mein Flug war wirklich super :) Ich durfte mit Tobi fliegen und er hat das alles perfekt gemacht. Ich habe mich zu jeder Zeit sicher und gut aufgehoben gefühlt und der Flug selbst war einfach nur genial *_* ich kann es nur empfehlen und werde bestimmt nochmal mit euch fliegen, wenn ich wieder in der Nähe bin. LG Jacky”

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6.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 to 1,600 meters, then launch into a 1,000-meter flight over the Kitzbühel Alps. No experience is needed, and you may steer the paraglider or request gentle acrobatics. Martin is one named pilot associated with the experience.

“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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7.Paragliding Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 49 reviews · from $142

Meet your pilot at the Elfer mountain station in Neustift, then run a few steps and lift into the Tyrolean sky. AIR 4 YOU provides the gear, with English and German pilots such as Reinhard and Reinholt. Flight time depends on weather, and photos or video are optional.

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

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8.Salzburg like an eagle: tandem paragliding from Gaisberg

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

Meet Hajo Smit or a team pilot at Gaisberg’s summit, reached by bus 151 from Mirabellplatz. After a short briefing, you run a few steps and lift off for a tandem flight above Salzburg. Photos and GoPro video are included, with flights lasting about 20 to 30 minutes.

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

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

Take off from the Schmittenhöhe with a state-certified Falken Air pilot such as Sepp, Christina, Winni, or Roman. Your Classic tandem flight covers 1,200 meters of altitude and lasts 15 to 30 minutes, with views of Lake Zell and Hohe Tauern National Park. A lift ticket costs extra.

“Incredible experience. Loved it! Everything was great pilot was perfect and we enjoyed everything so much. Thank you!”

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10.Private Paragliding Flight – All Levels – Freedom

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $159

Meet your English or German-speaking guide at the Penkenbahn or Penkenjochhaus, learn the basics, then launch in tandem for 20 to 25 minutes above Mayrhofen. Mario, Lorenz, and Flo are part of the guiding team. Choose a calm glide or ask about loops, spirals, and wing-overs.

“Amazing scenes and super cool people! The Instructors were phenomenal and I will do it Again!”

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11.Neustift im Stubaital: Panoramic Tandem Paragliding Flight

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

Meet Parafly in Neustift, ride the cable car to the launch area, then glide for about 20 minutes above the Stubai Valley with a certified pilot. You will see Stubai Glacier and Innsbruck in the distance, with equipment, parking, and a flight certificate included.

“Great experience. Vinicius Indy was awesome! Beautiful views of Austria. He is great at making you comfortable and ready to enjoy every minute. Highly recommend!”

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12.Paragliding Flight Experience Over Mountains

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 1 hour · from $141

Meet Stocky Air at its Mayrhofen base, ride the cable car, then launch with an English- or German-speaking pilot. Your instructor handles the flight, but you can try turns and steering. Choose a 15 or 25-minute flight, with equipment included.

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13.Paragliding in the morning

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $138

Meet Fly-Stubai at Elferliften in Neustift im Stubaital, ride the lift to the launch point, and take a tandem flight of about 10 minutes above the Stubai Valley. State-certified pilot Lorenz leads the briefing, supplies safety gear, and may adjust the timing when clouds or fog affect the flight.

“We arrived for our 9am booking, but the clouds were too low. So Lorenz the instructor recommended we come back at midday, which we did. The weather cleared and my 13 year daughter benefited, as Lorenz gave her a longer flight which was amazing. . Thank you!! Highly recommended.. Very professional.”

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14.Private paragliding tandem flight in Fulseck

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $198

Meet your pilot at Fulseck mountain station, above 2,000 meters, for a private tandem flight over Salzburg’s Alps. After a weather check, briefing, and simple takeoff, you glide at about 35 km/h for a calm bird’s-eye view of snowfields and meadows. English service is available.

“Sehr schöner Erlebnis, die Angst hat nicht Mal eine halbe Minute gehalten, danach war nur noch schön 😍👍”

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15.Tandem Paragliding St. Gilgen – Wolfgangsee

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $239

Meet your tandem pilot in St. Gilgen, ride the Zwölferhorn cable car to 1,522 meters, then run a few steps and lift off above Wolfgangsee. Andy and Julia are named among the friendly pilot team. Expect 10 to 15 minutes in the air, with optional spirals and wingovers.

“The experience was really awesome. Andy and Julia are so great. We got to see amazing views and really enjoyed our time spent.”

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