New Zealand · QUEENSTOWN PARAGLIDING
Summer and ski-season departures fill up first. Below: the 5 to book early, what each includes and where they start.
Leave central Queenstown for a tandem parachute jump above the Southern Lakes, with a scenic aircraft flight, 30 to 60 seconds of freefall, and about five minutes under canopy. Choose 9,000, 12,000, or 15,000 feet. Return transfers and safety equipment are included; photos and video cost extra.
“What an amazing experience. Great support provided by Luke and what great video and photos. Definitely recommend doing this.”
Take a shuttle from central Queenstown to Coronet Peak, New Zealand’s highest commercial paragliding take-off point, then fly tandem with an experienced English-speaking pilot. No experience is needed. Expect broad views of the Wakatipu Valley and surrounding mountains, a flight often lasting about 12 to 15 minutes, and an optional photo and video package at extra cost.
“Fantastic experience! Andres was the perfect pilot for me to not feel the motion sickness and get to watch my daughters. The girls thought Jayden and Chagri were excellent and entertaining pilots as well. Highly recommend!”
Meet at 1/45 Camp Street for a shuttle to Coronet Peak, where an experienced pilot briefs you, fits your helmet and harness, and leads your tandem flight. No previous paragliding experience is needed. The flight ends with a gentle landing on the valley floor. Pilots have included Burak, Jack, Andrea, Sedat, and Pat, though your pilot is assigned on the day.
“Fly like a bird in the scenic valley and mountains. It is super safe and an exhilarating experience. The organisers, the pilots and the support staff ensured our nerves were settled and each person was extremely friendly. I would strongly recommend this company 👌.”
Meet at the SkyTrek desk inside the ground-floor Ziptrek Ecotours Shop, then head to a Queenstown launch site, identified as Coronet Peak. A certified tandem pilot handles the flight and guides you from takeoff through the glide. The two-hour outing is limited to five participants; photos and video cost extra.
“Den var helt i top. jeg forventede at skille flyve over Queenstown, men blev glædeligt overrasket over at vi skulle køre ud til er negrt højere bjerg og derved fik en længere flyvetur. Jeg er vildt begejstret 😄😄”
Meet Skytrek in central Queenstown, ride a courtesy shuttle and chairlift to Coronet Peak, then fly tandem from New Zealand’s highest commercial paragliding launch. The small-group experience lasts about two hours, including a 15 to 20 minute flight. A ski-field pass costs extra, and pilot Tai has been named as one of the experienced pilots.
“amazing!!! It was a sight I'll never forget. The guide was super kind and fun, and always kept me entertained. I can feel at ease knowing that they're taking good care of my safety. It was really fun! Thanks a lot! It was a view I'll never forget. The guide was super kind and fun, and always kept me entertained. I can rest assured that you take good care of your safety. It was really fun Thanks a lot!”
Pick a river, a peak, a cellar door or a fiord.
