Paragliding in Italy: 13 Flights to Book

1.Cefalù: Tandem Paragliding Flight and GoPro13 Video

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 131 reviews · from $169Our pick

Meet your pilot in central Cefalù, ride to the launch point, and take a tandem paragliding flight above the coast. Your instructor handles the flight while you enjoy views of Cefalù and the sea, with GoPro13 photos and video recorded from a selfie stick. The flight ends with a beach landing and return transfer.

“Absolutely worth it!! The guides were so kind and experienced, and they even bought us gelato while we waited for the winds to be right. The flight itself was stunning and so relaxing!! A wonderful adventure in a beautiful location”

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2.Tandem Paragliding Flight in Cefalù

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 121 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $181Top rated

Meet near Salinelle Beach, then ride to the launch point for a tandem paragliding flight over Cefalù’s coast. Your pilot handles the flying while you enjoy views of Torre Conca, Salinelle, and the Rocca. A safety briefing, helmet, harness, and GoPro are included, with files sent to your phone after landing.

“Recommended! Perfectly organized. Beautiful location. Clear communication. In short: do not hesitate! Go for it!Auto-translated”

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3.Half day private paragliding adventure in Rome – PETER PAN FLIGHT

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $168

Meet your pilot in Norma, walk through the ruins of the abandoned pre-Roman town of Norba, then take a short running start into a 15 to 20 minute tandem flight. The team explains weather, equipment, and takeoff clearly. Your flight includes photos and video, while Rome hotel transport can be arranged for an extra fee.

“Absolutely fantastic first time paragliding. The flight was safe fun and information of the local area you are looking at. Highly recommend.”

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4.Paragliding Tandem Taormina + Video/Foto e GoPro + Acrobazia

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 65 reviews · from $130Best value

Fly tandem above Taormina with a certified pilot from Sicily4Elements. You receive transport to the takeoff point, safety guidance, photos, video, and the option of acrobatics. Flights may explore different areas depending on wind direction, with views over Letojanni and the Mediterranean. No experience is needed.

“Highly recommended. Super nice group of pilots. We had a really great time. It was my first time Paragliding and I would love to fly again. It's a great bit of fun!”

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5.Palermo: paragliding flight with instructor foto and video

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $203

Take a one-hour tandem paragliding flight above Sicily’s coast near Palermo, San Vito Lo Capo, Castellammare, and the Zingaro Nature Reserve. A private instructor handles the flight while explaining safety, weather, and the route. Pick-up from the landing point to take-off is included, and photo or video can be requested.

“It was a fantastic experience! Davide picked us up and was very open, helpful and most importantly very enthusiastic about his profession. All the pilots were very happy and fun people, which made the experience even more unforgettable! So thanks to Davide and team for this amazing experience :)”

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6.Half day private paragliding experience – ADVENTURE FLIGHT

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $227

Meet your pilots near Norma and walk through the ruins of an ancient pre-Roman city before a meteorology lesson, safety briefing, and tandem flight. You get 30 to 40 minutes in the air, with thermal climbing, optional piloting, and acrobatic maneuvers when conditions allow. Photos and video are included.

“My 20-something sons really wanted to go paragliding so I decided to go too, even though I was a bit nervous. The instructors put us all at ease with their experience and knowledge of paragliding and we all had a wonderful time. It is very beautiful and serene in the sky! Thank you for making the experience so enjoyable.”

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7.Two-seater paragliding Amalfi and Sorrento Coast Monte Faito

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $240

You fly tandem with a professional pilot from Monte Faito to Castellammare di Stabia, enjoying views of Positano, Capri, Vesuvius, and the Bay of Naples. The flight lasts about 30 minutes, followed by a return to the meeting point by cable car. You need seasonal sportswear, sneakers, and a short running start.

“We are in our 70’s. Anyone can do this if you can run 20 feet. Amazing, very safe and professional. This is an experience I will never forget. Plus they have a really cool camera so you get for free photos and videos of your flight. When we get this way we will do it again!”

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8.Tandem Paragliding Flight on Capaccio Paestum in Salerno

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $210

Meet pilot Carlo Raito at Via Sferracavallo in Capaccio Paestum for a tandem paragliding flight over the Cilento area. After a simple safety briefing, you will rise on air currents to about 600 or 700 meters, with mountain and coast views. Your instructor films the flight with a GoPro, and the private activity ends back at the meeting point.

“Una delle esperienze più belle della mia vita, abbiamo volato sulle montagne, avevo la sensazione di essere uno stambecco che corre sul costone delle montagne.”

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9.Paragliding Tandem Flight Kronplatz Dolomites Alps

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · from $168

Meet Tandemflights Kronplatz in South Tyrol for a one-hour tandem flight above the Dolomites. Your pilot handles the equipment and flight while you walk 5 to 6 meters for takeoff. German, English, and Italian are available, with groups limited to four. Bring sturdy shoes and warm clothing. Photos and videos can be copied to your phone.

“We spent almost 3 weeks throughout Italy and this was our favorite experience by far.”

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10.Paragliding flight in Palermo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $180

Meet at Villino Fraginesi near Castellammare del Golfo for a tandem flight with pilots including Davide, Giorgio, and Gaspare. After a safety briefing, you’ll glide above the Sicilian coast, Zingaro Nature Reserve, and San Vito Lo Capo. Equipment, insurance, and transport from landing back to take-off are included. Flights depend on good weather.

“I am so glad I found this tour! Well organized, easy to book, small fee for a pick up in Palermo so I didn't need to rent a car, let's get to the experience! Adrenaline filled and beautiful way to see the city. All the pilots were very experienced and safety was well addressed. Friendly staff, Davide organized, everything great. Flying above Sicily is something I will never forget. Thank you!”

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11.Private Paragliding Tandem flight Dolomites Alps Kronplatz

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $179

Ride the Kronplatz cable car to 2,275 meters, then fly tandem for about 20 minutes above South Tyrol with pilots such as Chris, Ivan, or Toby. Your pilot handles the paragliding while you take in the Dolomites and Alps. The cable car ticket is extra, and photos and video can be purchased after landing.

“This was a completely safe but thrilling adventure. Our pilots Chris and Ivan were relaxed and fun but very professional. The views over the snow covered Dolomites and Alps were breathtaking. The photos and videos provided were amazing. Definitely a highlight of our trip!”

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12.Tandem Paragliding Flight in Taormina

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $156

From Letojanni, your pilot drives you to the takeoff site, gives a safety briefing, and launches with you over Taormina, Mount Etna, and the Mediterranean. Pilots including Marco, Pepe, and Lucas have flown with guests. The roughly one-hour outing includes equipment, insurance, and GoPro photos and video on a micro SD card.

“I have paraglided twice previously, but this might have been the funnest experience of them all. I booked this as a birthday celebration! My flyer, Pepe, was a great guide for this experience and we had an amazing time flying over canyons filled with wildflowers and wild herbs ~ the scent was amazing. Then we went over the Mediterranean sea for a bit and landed on the beach. I loved every second of this experience and I highly recommend it!”

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13.Cefalù: tandem paragliding flight and insta360 video

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 10 reviews · from $162

Fly tandem above Cefalù with a private instructor, taking in the northern Sicilian coast, Mediterranean water, mountains, and Cefalù Beach. Your pilot explains the route, weather, and safety steps before takeoff. The experience lasts about one hour, with pickup from the landing point and Insta360 video available on request.

“Lovely teampilots, pick up was arranged perfectly. We had a beautiful day with great weather. The experience was 100% worth it. Thanks guys, I’ll be back!”

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