Paragliding in Davos: Tandem Flight at High Altitude

Floating high above the Swiss Alps with nothing but air beneath you.

A tandem paragliding flight in Davos pairs you with a professional pilot who launches from Jakobshorn Mountain and glides down 1,000 meters over 15 to 35 minutes of airtime. You meet at the cable car station in Davos Platz, ride up with your pilot, hike the final 10 to 20 minutes to the launch site, and sit in front of the pilot during the flight—no special skills or extreme fitness required. The whole outing takes about 2 hours. If you want more involvement, your pilot can show you how to steer the glider or perform freestyle maneuvers during the descent.

The Experience

What separates this from watching a mountain is that you're in the air. You meet your pilot at the cable car station in Davos Platz, take the cable car up together, then hike 10 to 20 minutes to the launch site on Jakobshorn Mountain. The pilot sets up the glider, explains the takeoff, and then it's three, two, one—go. A few running steps and you're airborne, sitting comfortably in front while the pilot controls the flight. There's no engine noise, no free fall, just the sensation of gliding.

The airtime runs 15 to 35 minutes depending on wind conditions, and you descend 1,000 meters toward Davos. If you want to stay passive, that's fine—the view alone is the point. If you want more, your pilot can teach you how to steer the glider or show you freestyle maneuvers. Either way, the landing happens close to the meeting point, another few steps and you're down. The whole outing, from meeting your pilot to walking away, takes about 2 hours.

You don't need special skills or extreme fitness, though you should be able to walk and have moderate physical fitness. Bring clothes suited to the altitude—skiing-like layers in winter, hiking-like in summer. Your pilot is there the whole time, speaking English, Italian, French or German depending on what you need.

What’s included

• Your personal paragliding tandem pilot who speaks English, Italian, French or German.
• cable car transport up the mountain.
• the glider setup and instruction.
• 15 to 35 minutes of airtime depending on wind conditions.
• additional clothing if necessary for the altitude and season.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Joyride Paragliding Davos

Is this one for you?The 2-hour time commitment means you can fit this into a morning or afternoon without reshaping your whole day in Davos. If you have only a few hours free, this works; if you want to combine it with other activities, the schedule leaves room for that too.

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Top questions

What's the actual flying time on a tandem paragliding flight in Davos?

The airtime is 15 to 35 minutes, depending on wind conditions that day. The full outing from meeting your pilot to landing takes about 2 hours, which includes the cable car ride up, the hike to the launch site, the flight itself, and the walk back down.

Do I need any paragliding experience to do this?

No experience is required. You sit in front of your pilot, who handles all the flying. You need moderate physical fitness and the ability to walk, but no special skills—the pilot teaches you what happens during takeoff and can show you how to steer if you want to try.

How does the day start if I'm meeting at Davos Platz?

You meet your pilot at the booking office at the cable car station in Davos Platz. From there you take the cable car up together, then hike 10 to 20 minutes to the launch site on Jakobshorn Mountain, where the pilot sets up the glider and explains the takeoff before you fly.

Can children do a tandem paragliding flight in Davos?

Children from age 1 can fly, though children under 12 are only accepted on request. Contact the operator to confirm your child's age and any specific needs before booking.

What should I wear for a paragliding flight in the Swiss Alps?

Bring clothes suited to the altitude and season. In winter, dress in skiing-like layers; in summer, wear hiking-like clothing. The operator can provide additional clothes if necessary, and you'll be comfortable sitting in front of your pilot during the flight.

Is there anything that would prevent me from flying?

Paragliding tandem flights are not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, spinal injuries, or pregnancy. You should have at least moderate physical fitness. If you have any health concerns, check with the operator before booking.