Paragliding in St. Moritz: 15–20 minute alpine flight

Launch from the alpine ridge and glide across the Engadine valley below

Paragliding in St. Moritz is a 15–20 minute tandem flight with a certified pilot over the Engadine region, starting after a short hike to the takeoff point. You wear a helmet and gloves. The pilot handles the glider while you sit in the harness and can ask to help steer if you want. A photo or video package arrives on your phone right after landing. The guide speaks English, Italian or German, and children from age 4 are welcome.

The experience

The day starts with a hike to the takeoff spot: short enough that you're not exhausted before you launch. Once there, the pilot briefs you on what happens next, fits your helmet and gloves, and walks you through the takeoff procedure. A few running steps together and you're airborne. The flight itself lasts 15–20 minutes: you sit in the harness while the pilot controls the glider, but you can ask to help steer if you want the hands-on feel of it. The view is the whole point: the Engadine spreads out below, the alpine ridges and valleys in full sight as you drift down toward the landing zone.

Landing is simple: a few walking steps with the pilot and you're back on solid ground. The photo or video you booked gets transferred to your phone on the spot, or sent by download link if you prefer. The whole experience (hike, flight, landing and handover) fits inside an hour. A live guide in English, Italian or German is with you throughout, and the activity welcomes children from age 4 up.

What’s included

• Helmet and gloves.
• live guide in English, Italian or German.
• photo or video package delivered to your phone or by download link after landing.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day9 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 16:00

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AgesAdult (18 and older) · Infant (4 to 17 years) · Under 4: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditions

Operated by St. Moritz Paragliding

Is this one for you?The hike to the takeoff point is short and the flight itself is a gentle glide, so this suits anyone comfortable with heights who wants the experience of being airborne without a strenuous climb or a long time in the air.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, German and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (4 to 17 years). Under 4: they can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the actual flight time in the air?

The flight lasts 15–20 minutes from takeoff to landing. The hike to the launch point and the briefing happen before you leave the ground.

Do I need to do anything to steer the paraglider, or does the pilot handle all of it?

The pilot controls the glider and manages the flight. You can ask to help steer if you want to be hands-on. Otherwise you sit back and take in the view.

What happens to the photos or video after we land?

The pilot transfers your photo or video package to your phone right after landing, or sends it by download link if that works better for you.

What's the hike to the takeoff point like?

It's a brief hike: short enough that you arrive at the launch spot ready to fly, not worn out. The pilot leads the way and sets the pace.