Tandem Paragliding Queenstown: Fly from Coronet Peak
Launch from New Zealand's highest commercial take-off and glide over the valley floor
Tandem paragliding from Coronet Peak near Queenstown pairs you with an experienced pilot for a flight over the Wakatipu valley, with return transport from town and a safety briefing included. The whole experience runs 90 minutes from check-in to landing. No prior flying experience is required, and the flight suits most fitness levels within the weight restriction of 120 kg (October to February) or 110 kg (March to April).
The Experience
You check in at the Skytrek desk 30 minutes before your flight time, then ride a courtesy shuttle for 20 minutes up to Coronet Peak, New Zealand's highest commercial paragliding launch point. Once there, your pilot fits you with a helmet and harness, walks you through a safety briefing, and answers any questions before you step to the edge. The actual flight is what you came for: you and your pilot launch together, and for the next stretch of air you're soaring over the Wakatipu valley and the landscape beyond it. The landing is gentle, touching down on the valley floor, and then it's a quick pack-up before the shuttle brings you back into Queenstown town.
The 90-minute window covers transport, flight time and the ground work on both ends. Your pilot speaks English, Spanish or Italian, depending on which departure you book. Return transport from Queenstown is included; if you need to arrange your own way to the launch point, public transportation options are available nearby. Photos and videos of your flight are available to purchase after landing.
What’s included
- Return transport from Queenstown to Coronet Peak and back.
- tandem flight with an experienced pilot.
- safety briefing and all equipment (helmet and harness).
Operated by SkyTrek Tandems
Is this one for you?At 90 minutes door-to-door, this fits into a morning or afternoon without consuming your whole day, leaving time to explore Queenstown before or after. The fixed schedule and included transport mean you're not arranging logistics or waiting for a shuttle that doesn't run on your timeline.
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Top questions
Do I need any paragliding experience to book tandem paragliding in Queenstown?
No experience is necessary. Your pilot handles all the flying; you're strapped in safely and briefed on what to expect before launch.
How long does the whole experience take from start to finish?
The full experience is 90 minutes, including the 20-minute shuttle ride up to Coronet Peak, your safety briefing, the flight itself, and the return journey to town.
What's included in the tandem paragliding package?
Return transport from Queenstown, the tandem flight with an experienced pilot, a safety briefing, and all equipment (helmet and harness) are included.
Are there weight restrictions for tandem paragliding?
Yes. The weight limit is 120 kg from October to February, and 110 kg from March to April.
Can I get photos or video of my flight?
Photos and videos are available to purchase after your flight lands.
Tandem Paragliding Queenstown: Fly from Coronet Peak
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