Take to the skies with Zurich Paragliding for an exhilarating tandem flight over the Swiss Alps. No experience needed—just your sense of adventure.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
15–60 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for those with basic mobility; minimal exertion required beyond short walks to launch spots.
Wildlife
History
The Swiss Alps have been a backdrop for mountain sports for over a century, with paragliding gaining local popularity in the 1980s.
Conservation
Zurich Paragliding promotes low-impact flights and respects local wildlife habitats to preserve this fragile alpine environment.
Zurich Paragliding
Take to the skies with Zurich Paragliding for an exhilarating tandem flight over the Swiss Alps. No experience needed—just your sense of adventure.
Zurich Paragliding is a paragliding operator based in Birmensdorf, Zürich, offering tandem flights, specialty acro experiences, and pilot coaching across multiple Swiss and international launch sites. The company runs a range of trips including Early Bird, Pilatus, Pilot Coaching, Daydream, Infinity Tandem, Panorama, Experience, Acro, and Panorama - Fronalpstock. Several flights are suitable for beginners with no prior experience required, and at least one program specifies suitability for ages 4 to 101. Many experiences include professional photo and video services so flyers can keep aerial memories. Tandem flights feature certified instruction and guided takeoff and landing; Pilot Coaching provides 3–4 hours of personalized training with briefings, solo and tandem practice, and advanced skill development. Gabor Kezi, an acro World Cup champion and certified flight instructor, pilots several tandem and coaching experiences, including acrobatic and Infinity Tandem options that allow for inverted maneuvers and dynamic flying. The Pilatus trip launches from Mount Pilatus with views over the Swiss Alps and Lake Lucerne. Infinity Tandem can be booked from locations such as Garda Lake or Ölüdeniz. Flight durations vary by trip—examples include 4–7 minute Early Bird flights and 5–10 minute Acro flights—while coaching sessions extend for multiple hours. Safety briefings, expert pilots, and professional media capture are recurring features across offerings. Zurich Paragliding operates to provide accessible yet thrilling aerial experiences centered on safety, professional instruction, and memorable photography.
Bookings and exact meeting points depend on the selected trip and season; customers are advised to confirm details and weather conditions when reserving.
Location
Birmensdorf, Zürich
Launch base near Zürich and the Alps
Tandem Flights
Multiple options
Beginner-friendly; no experience needed
Expert Pilot
Gabor Kezi
Acro World Cup champion & instructor
Flight Lengths
4–10 min / 3–4 hr coaching
Short tandems and extended coaching
Reserve a tandem, acro, or coaching session from Birmensdorf and experience guided flights with professional photo and video capture.
Dress for varying mountain weather
Layer windproof jackets and long pants to stay comfortable during flights at different altitudes.
Bring your Halbtax or GA travel card
These Swiss travel cards can reduce cable car fees, which transport you to launch sites.
Secure loose items before flight
Ensure sunglasses, hats, and phones are safely stowed or strapped to avoid loss during takeoff and landing.
Prepare for mild physical activity
While tandem flights require minimal exertion, a short uphill walk to launch points is common.
Windproof jacket
Protects against chill and wind at altitude during the flight.
Sturdy hiking shoes
Necessary for safe footing on uphill paths to launch locations.
Sunglasses
Reduces glare and protects eyes from sun reflecting off snow or rock.
Gloves
Keep hands warm during chilly flights, particularly outside summer months.
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