Paragliding Discovery Flight from Plan Praz in Chamonix
Offered by :
Benoit
Chamonix (74)
Instant booking
You can cancel free of charge up to 48h before the date of the activity.
Gift card valid for 12 months, free exchange
Activity description :
- 15 minutes
- Up to 10 people
- From 4 years old
Discover the joys of soaring through the air during a paragliding introductory flight in Chamonix, a mecca for air and extreme sports. Accompanied by your pilot, Benoit—an experienced pilot with many hours of flight time under his belt—you’ll get to exploreone of the most beautiful paragliding sites.
Chamonix: The Perfect Spot for a First-Time Paragliding Experience
What could be better than discovering the thrill of flying, taking off, and landing by paraglider in Chamonix? At the foot of Mont Blanc, you’ll enjoy exceptional panoramic views of the Aiguille du Midi and Pointe Helbronner. You’ll be right on the border between France, Switzerland, and Italy.
Flight Procedure:
- Welcome: introduction to the equipment and safety rules.
- You’ll then get geared up and head to the takeoff point for your flight.
- Let’s go! You’ll discover the joy of flying with an experienced paraglider. An experience you won’t soon forget!
- Landing: debriefing on the experience.
Available options
Introductory Flight—15 min: suitable for everyone. The Chamonix Valley is even more beautiful from the sky—just let yourself be guided and enjoy this magical moment.
Whether you’re doing it yourself or giving it as a gift, paragliding is the perfect activity for anyone seeking new thrills. It’s a unique gift for a loved one who loves thrills and adrenaline. You can also organize this activity for a bachelor or bachelorette party in Chamonix.
Prices
Location
Address: Departure from Plan Praz; 29 Route Henriette d'Angeville, 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Directions:
- By train: TER - Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
- By car:
1 hour 15 minutes from Annecy via the A40
2 hours 10 minutes from Grenoble via the A41
2 hours 30 minutes from Lyon via the A40
Know before you go
- This activity is subject to weather conditions. Please contact the center 3 or 4 days before the date of your activity; you will find the phone number on your order form.
- Parental consent is required for minors.
- Insurance and transportation from the meeting point to the ski lifts are included.
- Upon request, the pilot can provide a photo and video report of the flight (additional fee of €30, payable on site).
- Be sure to bring warm clothing and a cable car pass.
- You’ll need to take the cable car to reach the takeoff location. If you don’t have a cable car pass, you can purchase a ticket on-site (€15 to €17 depending on the flight).
- Maximum weight: 110 kg.
