Who can fly? Weight, age and fitness for tandem paragliding
Almost everyone who can run a few steps can fly. What matters most is weight, because the pilot chooses the equipment by it.
Updated 2026-11-07
Weight
Give the weight of every passenger when you book. If someone weighs over 100 kg or under 40 kg, the pilots check what is possible on the day and for the flight you want.
Children
Whether a child can fly is decided by the pilot, mainly by weight. Write the age and weight of the child in your booking and we clarify it with the paragliding company before we confirm.
Ready to fly?
Pick flight and date and pay securely online. We confirm pilot and time.
Fitness and health
You need no experience and no special fitness. At take-off you run a few steps with your pilot. Tell us about health issues, for example back or heart problems, or a pregnancy. If in doubt, ask your doctor first. The pilot may decline a flight if safety requires it.
Groups and families
You can book up to 8 people in one booking. Each person flies with their own pilot.
Questions before you fly
What is the weight limit for tandem paragliding?
Tell us every passenger's weight. Over 100 kg or under 40 kg, the pilots check what is possible.
Can children fly?
The pilot decides, mainly by weight. Write age and weight in your booking, we clarify it before confirming.
Flights mentioned
- Tandem flight InterlakenCHF 180
- Grindelwald-First flightCHF 220
Free cancellation up to 24 h before.
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- Paragliding in winter: tandem flights over Interlaken in the snowWhich flights run in winter and what to wear.
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Ready when the weather is
Book now and we confirm your pilot. Questions first? Write to us on WhatsApp.