Classic tandem paragliding flight from Mount Gaisberg, Salzburg City, Austria

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From 6 years-old and up
From€169

Enjoy a 20 minutes paragliding flight with a professional instructor. A tandem paragliding flight near Salzburg is the greatest experience around!

Embark on an exhilarating aerial adventure as you take off from the elevated heights of Mount Gaisberg, situated at an altitude of 1287 meters. Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of mountainous landscapes and experience the sheer thrill of paragliding!

Indulge in the crisp mountain air and immerse yourself in the remarkable natural surroundings of the Salzburg area. This is an unmissable opportunity to soar amidst breathtaking vistas under the guidance of professional instructors.

Curious about what your eyes will behold? Prepare to be captivated by the panoramic views encompassing Salzburg city's Old Town, the iconic Fortress, sprawling flatlands, majestic mountains, and serene lakes – a quintessential Austrian nature spectacle.

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Practical information

Share the tandem flying experience with friends – groups of up to 4 people can book simultaneously. You'll launch either together or in two sequential rounds. While airborne, your focus will be solely on the experience shared with your tandem pilot.

Total Activity Duration: 2 hours (inclusive of transfer and landing)

Flight Duration: Approximately 20 minutes, contingent on wind conditions.

Course of events

- Your rendezvous with your skilled instructor unfolds atop Mount Gaisberg, conveniently accessible by car or public bus from Salzburg city center (Bus number 151 departs directly from Mirabellplatz, with a fare of 3.40 EUR to the meeting point, Gaisbergspitze).

- This initial meeting provides an opportunity to familiarize yourself with your pilot and address any queries you may have regarding your flight.

- Before taking to the skies, you'll complete a flight ticket containing risk instructions and flying terms and conditions, ensuring comprehensive insurance coverage.

- Your experienced instructor will deliver a comprehensive briefing covering flight procedures and safety protocols.

- And now, the moment of flight arrives! With a few synchronized steps (don't leave all the running to your instructor), you'll feel the exhilaration of takeoff beneath your feet.

- As you ascend into the sky, settle back into your harness and simply relish the breathtaking vista.

- For those seeking an extra dose of adrenaline, your pilot can execute special maneuvers that subject you to thrilling centrifugal forces.

- As the passenger, landing is a breeze – extend your legs and touch down gracefully.

Activity requirements

Participants must:

- Ability to run a few steps during takeoff

- Weight between 15 kg and 100 kg

For participants with health or mobility considerations, kindly notify your instructors beforehand to accommodate your needs. This activity warmly welcomes participants with disabilities.

Special terms

Photos and videos packages (available for purchase onsite):

- Pictures and Videos on an SD card: €35

While you glide through the skies, your companions can observe from the takeoff or landing sites. Atop Gaisberg, indulge in rewarding hikes, and the alpine hut and restaurant beckon for a pause. Additionally, this vantage point provides the perfect backdrop for a commemorative photo at liftoff.

Given the unpredictable nature of wind and weather, particularly in Alpine terrain, flight feasibility is determined the day prior. Should weather conditions be unfavorable, we'll reach out to reschedule your flight for a more suitable time/day. To facilitate this service, kindly ensure your availability at the provided cell phone number or email address. We encourage you to consult our weather forecast in advance, especially if travel is involved.

While weather apps offer a general outlook, our experience indicates they may be inaccurately predictive.

Meeting point:
Gaisberg 32, 5026 Salzburg, Austria
Spoken languages:English, German
Included
  • Professional and highly experienced pilots
  • Safety equipment
  • Passenger insurance
Excluded
  • Photos & videos
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm windproof clothes adapted to the season
  • Sunglasses
  • Sports shoes

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MICHAEL D., United Kingdom — 13/04/2023
5/5
Great adrenaline rush being able to see across the alps.
Katelyn F., Canada — 18/07/2023
5/5
Amazing!!
Valentin S., Israel — 11/09/2023
5/5
Exciting
Carl R., United States — 27/05/2023
5/5
Awesome
Connor R., United States — 27/05/2023
5/5
Awesome

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