Soar Above Zermatt – Extended Matterhorn Paragliding Flight
Quick Details
- 🕒 Duration
Approx.1.5–2 hr - 📱 Start location:
Zermatt village (Gornergrat Railway base station; exact meeting point shared after booking) - 📍 Cancellation policy:
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience start time - 🔄 Booking note:
This experience is available on request and subject to weather, snow, and railway operating conditions - 🌍 Tour languages:
English, German, French
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Description
Take your alpine adventure higher with this extended tandem paragliding experience above the mountains.
Launching from elevations between 2,600 and 3,100 meters, this flight offers more airtime, wider panoramic views, and a deeper sense of alpine immersion. As you glide effortlessly through the sky, dramatic peaks, glaciers, and valleys unfold beneath you.
With a certified professional pilot guiding the experience, you’ll enjoy a smooth takeoff, stable flight, and controlled landing — all while experiencing the Alps from a perspective few ever see.
This experience balances thrill and serenity, offering more time in the air for those who want to fully absorb the landscape.
Quick Details
Total Experience Time: Approx. 1.5–2 hours
Flight Airtime: Approx. 20 minutes (weather dependent)
Takeoff Altitude: 2,600 – 3,100 meters
Difficulty Level: Easy (no experience required)
Price: 240 CHF per person
Languages: English, German, French
Included:
Certified tandem pilot
Safety equipment & harness
Not Included:
Photos/videos (available as optional add-on)
What Makes This Flight Different
• Higher launch altitude
• Longer airtime
• Broader panoramic views
• Greater chance for thermal lift
This is ideal for travelers who want a fuller flying experience while maintaining comfort and safety.
The Flight Experience
Takeoff: Short controlled run from mountain slope.
Airborne: Extended glide with sweeping alpine views.
Optional: Gentle turns or mild dynamic movements upon request.
Landing: Smooth descent into designated landing zone.
Safety & Comfort
All flights are conducted by certified, experienced pilots using regularly inspected equipment.
Flights operate only in safe weather conditions.
Season Magic
Summer thermals may allow longer and higher gliding.
Autumn offers crystal-clear air and dramatic golden tones across the valleys.
- Description
- Quick Details
- What Makes This Flight Different
- The Flight Experience
- Safety & Comfort
- Season Magic