Top 15 Picks for Paragliding in Austria

1.Tandem paragliding in the Stubai Valley near Innsbruck

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

Fly tandem above the Stubai Valley with Air 4 You, starting at the Elfer38X7W Bergstation near Neustift. Your pilot handles the controls while you take in the Stubai Glacier, Pinnistal, Nordkette, Fulpmes, and Neustift. The flight lasts about an hour, with helmets and safety gear supplied. Reinhard and Rouven are among the pilots praised for calm instruction and careful flying.

“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 $147

Meet pilots such as Ricardo, Peter, Bene, or Michl at Neustift’s Elferlift, ride the cable car uphill, then launch into a calm tandem flight above the Stubai Valley. Expect clear safety instructions, mountain and glacier views, and a flight certificate. Bring comfortable shoes and clothes, and budget €15 for the cable car.

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Unforgettable Paragliding Experience in Innsbruck! We had the absolute thrill of a lifetime paragliding in Innsbruck! From start to finish, the experience was nothing short of exceptional. The breathtaking views of the snow-capped Alps and the vibrant city below were beyond anything I could have imagined. A huge shoutout to our amazing guides, Ricardo and Peter! They were not only incredibly professional but also brought so much fun and energy to the experience. Their expertise made me feel like I was in good hands. They shared fascinating insights about the area, making the whole adventure even more memorable. The takeoff was smooth, and once in the sky, I felt…”

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

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

Meet the Parafly team in Neustift, ride the Elferlift to the launch point, and run about 10 meters before lifting into the Stubai Valley sky. Your pilot handles the paraglider while you enjoy views of 3,000-meter peaks. Dominic, Indy, and Hubi have earned warm praise, though lift tickets, photos, and a short uphill run cost extra.

“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 pilots such as Peter, Ricardo, Hubi, or Stefan at the Elfer Cable Car Station in Neustift. Ride up, take a few steps into the launch, and glide above the Stubai Valley with the Stubai Glacier and Innsbruck area below. Safety gear and a flight diploma are included, while the cable car and optional photos cost extra.

“Bene, Michl and Ricardo were awesome!!! They made us feel safe and explained everything beautifully!!!! The three of us saw Tirol for all of its splendor!!!!! Highly recommend!!!”

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5.Zell am See: Schmittenhöhe Tandem Paragliding Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 82 reviews · 1h 30m · from $187

Meet your pilot at Schmittenhöhebahn, ride up to 2,000 meters, and run into the wind for a tandem paragliding flight above Zell am See. Pilots such as Louis, Luis, Dominika, and Frank provide instruction in several languages. The flight can last up to 30 minutes, with landing near Kaprun and a shuttle back.

“This was such an amazing experience. I took a day trip all the way from Vienna just to do this and it was SO worth it. Highly recommend!!!”

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6.Private Tandem Paragliding Salzburg Mt Gaisberg

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $228

Fly tandem from Mt. Gaisberg with an experienced pilot such as Wolfgang, enjoying up to 20 minutes in the air above Salzburg. The private outing lasts about 90 minutes to two hours, includes safety gear, and runs in every season when mountain weather allows. Wear warm, weather-resistant clothes and non-slip shoes.

“Unbelievable experience, can’t recommend highly enough! Instructor was also very helpful and great to talk with. Will definitely be done again.”

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7.Innsbruck: Paragliding Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 71 reviews · 1 hour · from $147

Meet your English or German-speaking pilot at the Elfer mountain station near Neustift, ride the gondola up on your own, and prepare for a tandem flight over Tyrol. Pilots including Reinhard, Reinhold, Tim, and Bene have helped make flights calm and exciting. Allow extra time for the lift, weather checks, and mountain access.

“Reason for 4 star rating is strictly base on communication experience. The fact that the morning was cancelled and we received no call or message to let us know it was not going ahead. We travelled all the way that morning just to get told that its been cancelled. However the next they arrange a taxi for us to be picked up from the hotel which they paid for but still had to make our way home which we had to pay for again. Putting all that to a side it was a fantastic opportunity not to miss. The experience in the sky was magical honestly it was so beautiful…”

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8.Mayrhofen: Paragliding Adventure With Soaring Views

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · 1h 30m · from $164

Meet your English or German-speaking pilot at Mayrhofen’s Penkenbahn, ride to the launch area, and take a private tandem flight above the Zillertal. Albin, Gavin, and Tobi are among the pilots you may fly with. Choose a calm glide, try steering, or ask for loops, spirals, and wing-overs when conditions allow.

“Unglaubliches Erlebnis! Jedem zu empfehlen - würde es sofort wieder machen. Total beruhigendes und sicheres Gefühl mit de Guide, keine Sekunde Angst gehabt.”

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9.St Johann in Tirol: Tandem Paragliding

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 50 reviews · 1h 30m · from $176

Meet your pilot at the orange Mountain High flag by St Johann’s gondola, ride 20 minutes to 1,600 meters, and launch into a tandem flight above the Kitzbühel Alps. Your state-tested pilot handles the flight, explains the basics, and may let you steer. Martin is one named pilot praised for his calm, friendly approach.

“Just a great fun experience, the views... WOW... September is a great season for this (was perfect weather)... thankyou Martin for a fun time”

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10.Salzburg like an eagle: tandem paragliding from Gaisberg

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 40 reviews · 1 hour · from $233

Meet Hajo Smit and his team at Gaisberg’s summit, reached by bus 151 from Mirabellplatz. After a short briefing, you run a few steps and glide above Salzburg for about 20 to 30 minutes. Your pilot handles the flight, safety, photos, and video, so you can focus on the views.

“Fantastic Experince, both my kids and I were nervous. The team was very calming and reassuring. Beautiful day over Salzburg. We are grateful for the amazing experince !”

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11.Private tandem flight Classic from the Schmittenhöhe in Zell am See

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · from $206

Fly privately with a state-certified pilot from Schmittenhöhe, 1,200 meters above Zell am See. Your 15 to 30 minute Classic flight can be calm or more spirited, with pilots such as Sepp, Christina, Winni, and Roman. The lift ticket costs about €23 extra, and the flight runs year-round when weather allows.

“Awesome experience and very professional. The photos and videos were top notch. Sepp was super knowledgeable and experienced.”

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12.Mayrhofen: Private Paragliding Flight – All Levels – Freedom

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 34 reviews · 7 days · from $164

Meet your guide at Mayrhofen’s Penkenbahn, ride to the launch area, and take a 20 to 25 minute tandem flight above the Zillertal Alps. Guides including Mario, Lorenz, and Flo tailor the ride from calm gliding to loops and wing-overs. Bring sturdy shoes, and budget extra for the cable car and optional photos.

“Was een heel mooie beleving. Zeker de moeite waard. Is niet goedkoop en houdt er rekening mee dat je ook nog apart moet betalen voor de lift naar boven en de foto’s en video’s. Samen nog een kleine € 50,00 pp extra. Desalniettemin erg cool om te doen en Mario en Laurens zijn prettige mensen.”

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13.Zell am See: Paragliding Tandem Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 1 hour · from $233

Meet your English, German, Dutch, or French-speaking pilot at your hotel reception, the mountain top, or a landing site, then fly tandem from Schmittenhöhe at about 6,500 feet. Choose a standard flight or, in summer, a longer thermal flight. Photos and GoPro video are included. The cable car costs extra.

“Experiencing paragliding with VIP Paragling.com was an absolute dream come true. They exceeded my expectations in every aspect. Starting from their exceptional service of picking me up from my hotel, to the breathtaking flight over the majestic mountains and lush trees, and finally returning me safely to my hotel. Dominique, my guide, was truly outstanding and provided a truly memorable flying experience. I wholeheartedly recommend VIP Paragling.com to anyone seeking a friendly, helpful, polite, and well-organized paragliding adventure. It was worth every penny spent.”

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14.Villach/Ossiachersee: Paragliding “Panorama” Tandemflug

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 30 reviews · 1h 30m · from $175

Meet the Flycenter Ossiacher See team near the Turmöl station, ride by shuttle and gondola to Gerlitzen Alpe, then launch into a 20 to 30 minute tandem flight above Lake Ossiach. State-certified pilots, English and German guidance, a small group of up to five, and optional photos and video make this a personal introduction to paragliding.

“Was für ein tolles Erlebnis über grandioser Kulisse👍🤩🤗 Supernette Piloten👍 Summa summarum….Hammergeil!!!!👍🤗”

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15.Neustift im Stubaital: Panoramic Tandem Paragliding Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 1 hour · from $159

Meet Parafly beside the landing field in Neustift, ride the cable car for about 10 minutes, then fly tandem for roughly 20 minutes with a certified pilot. You’ll see the Stubai Valley, glaciers, and Innsbruck in the distance. Pilots speak English, German, Italian, and Spanish. Vinicius Indy is one guide praised for helping first-time flyers feel at ease.

“Team, communication, friendly team. We will be calling again and recommend.”

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