The 4 Best Tandem Paragliding Flights in Austria

1.Tandem paragliding in the Stubai Valley near Innsbruck

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

Ride the Elfer cable car near Neustift, then run a few steps with your pilot and glide above the Stubai Valley. You’ll see the Stubai Glacier, Pinnistal, Nordkette, and Neustift from the air. Reinhard and pilots such as Rouven provide instruction and safety equipment. The private flight lasts about an hour, weather permitting.

“Wow! Simply amazing. There cannot be a better paragliding company. Each of the pilots in our group was remarkably experienced, nice, safe and seemed to really enjoy their "work." My 18 year old son said it was his favorite activity on the entire 2 week vacation. BTW... The takeout spot seems to be divinely created for this activity, making it quite easy.”

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2.Neustift im Stubaital: Tandem Paragliding Flight

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

Meet your certified pilot at Elferlift in Neustift, ride the cable car up, and run from the hillside into a tandem flight over the Stubai Valley. Pilots including Ricardo, Peter, Bene, Michl, and Hubi are praised for calm instructions and smooth landings. The $147 price includes gear and a flight certificate, but not the €15 cable-car ticket.

“If you’re currently undecided on whether or not to do this just do it, and do it here. There aren’t many paragliding places in the world that can outdo the Austrian landscape to gift you one of those truly great life experiences that will stay with you forever. I could not have asked for a better pilot than Bene, what an amazing guy and truly a credit to his company. His passion for this sport and lightheartedness will make this whole experience way better than it already is. Also want to say a huge thank you to the manager of this company because even though I was at Innsbruck waiting…”

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

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

Meet Flugschule Parafly in Neustift, ride the Elferlift or fly from Schlick 2000, then make a short 10-meter run into the air with a trained tandem pilot. Guides such as Dominic, Indy, and Hubi are part of the team. The flight lasts about an hour and ends with a certificate, phone-ready photos, and a €100 training voucher.

“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 your certified pilot at the Elfer Cable Car Station in Neustift, ride up to launch, then run a few steps and float above the Stubai Valley toward the glacier and Innsbruck. Pilots including Peter, Ricardo, Hubi, and Stefan provide safety gear, a short briefing, and a flight diploma. The experience lasts about an hour and suits first-time flyers.

“We had an amazing time with Peter and Ricardo. They are both truly professional, the equipment is top-class, and safety is number one priority. Excellent communication throughout. I cannot recommend them enough! Thank you for an incredible and flawless experience. See you soon!”

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