Paragliding in Vang Vieng: 15-minute flight over limestone cliffs

Soar above limestone cliffs and rice fields with a pilot guiding you through the sky

Paragliding in Vang Vieng is a 15-minute solo flight over limestone cliffs, rice fields and the Nam Song River, piloted by a professional who handles the equipment while you experience the flight. Private transportation to the launch site is included, as is insurance. A live guide speaks English, Vietnamese or Thai, and children from age 2 are welcome.

The experience

What does it feel like to see Vang Vieng from the air? You'll find out on a 15-minute paragliding flight where a professional pilot handles the technical work while you experience the freedom of flight. The route takes you over the limestone cliffs that ring the valley, the patchwork of rice fields below, and the curves of the Nam Song River winding through it all. You're harnessed to the pilot, so the focus is on the view and the sensation of gliding rather than on operating the equipment yourself.

The day starts with private transportation from your location to the launch site. Once there, the pilot briefs you on what to expect, gets you into the harness, and you're airborne. The flight itself lasts 15 minutes, which is long enough to take in the full sweep of the landscape and capture photos from an angle you can't reach any other way. The pilot stays in control the whole time, so you can relax into the experience and look around.

Insurance is included in the price. A live guide in English, Vietnamese or Thai is part of the booking, so language won't be a barrier. Children from age 2 can go along, though they'll need to sit with an adult during the flight. The activity isn't recommended for pregnant travelers or anyone with cardiovascular concerns, but otherwise fitness level doesn't matter. The pilot does the work.

What’s included

• Private transportation to and from the launch site.
• insurance.
• 15-minute paragliding flight with a professional pilot.
• live guide in English, Vietnamese or Thai.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day14 departure times: the first at 05:00, the last at 17:30

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (11 to 49 years) · Senior (50 to 80 years) · Youth (10 years) · Child (4 to 9 years) · Infant (2 to 3 years)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Thai and Vietnamese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 19 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Lao Flying Media Travel

Is this one for you?Book this if you want the aerial view of Vang Vieng's cliffs and river without needing to learn to fly yourself. The pilot handles all the technical work while you take in the landscape and photos.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Vietnamese and Thai.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (10 years); Child (4 to 9 years); Infant (2 to 3 years).

How long is the actual time in the air?

The paragliding flight itself lasts 15 minutes from launch to landing, which gives you time to take in the full landscape of cliffs, rice fields and the river below.

What happens if the weather doesn't cooperate?

Paragliding depends on wind and weather conditions. The operator will assess conditions on the day and reschedule or refund if flying isn't safe.

Do I need any experience to do this?

No experience is necessary. You're harnessed to a professional pilot who handles all the flying. You're along for the experience and the view.

What's included in the price?

Private transportation to the launch site, insurance, and the flight with a professional pilot are all included. The guide speaks English, Vietnamese or Thai.