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Tandem Paragliding
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Tandem Paragliding

By SkyTrek
Recommended by 90% of travelers
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Ages 6-99, max of 7 per group
Duration: 1h 30m
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
English, Italian, Spanish


  • Experienced Pilot guide
What's not included
  • On-board photos and videos


Departure details
  • 45 Camp Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand 45 Camp Street, Skytrek Desk (inside ground floor Ziptrek Shop) PLEASE CHECK IN 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO YOUR SCHEDULED TRIP TO COMPLETE A REGISTRATION.
Return details
  • Returns to original departure point

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 127650P1

  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers

  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

How much is Tandem Paragliding?
Tandem Paragliding price starts from $188.62. Discover and book Tandem Paragliding on Tripadvisor
What is the Tandem Paragliding cancellation policy?
Tandem Paragliding cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Tandem Paragliding on Tripadvisor
Which company provides Tandem Paragliding?
Tandem Paragliding is hosted by SkyTrek. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact SkyTrek on Tripadvisor. Discover and book Tandem Paragliding on Tripadvisor
How much time do I need for Tandem Paragliding?
On average, this experience will take approximately 1h 30m. Discover and book Tandem Paragliding on Tripadvisor

If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 127650P1

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About the operator
SkyTrek
632
Queenstown, New Zealand
Joined in November 2009

#15 of 51 Boat Tours & Water Sports in Queenstown
  • Cshanley1981
    Cshanley1981
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    Amazing is an understatement!
    This was definitely a highlight of our trip to Queenstown. Paragliding was so much fun and the staff were fantastic. It seemed like we were in the air for ages, so we really got to settle in and enjoy it. We were also given heaps of great photos and videos to choose from. A once in a lifetime experience!
  • N2097AYdianew
    N2097AYdianew
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    CREATION is awe inspiring from above!!!
    How beautiful CREATION is from above!!! Not only did I have a wonderful time, but Keith/ParaGliding Pilot was most accommodating!!! And…from start-to-finish (our meeting point at Camp Street, the check-in team, flight team and van driver while all of us were enroute to the launching site/s, etc…), this was a memorable experience in fondness. Should I return to Queenstown, I’d fly with SkyTrek again!!!! Enjoy!
  • newzea2023
    newzea2023
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    Bucket List Check
    Tugi was great! Very patient and accommodating to my needs. Incredible experience definitely recommend.
  • kyliep876
    kyliep876
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    Such incredible views!
    Just incredible!! Have been wanting to do this for such a long time and was quite nervous but it is so worth it to do, my pilot was so friendly and kept my nerves at bay with distraction, but once we hit the air - just one of the greatest things I have ever done, would do it again in a heartbeat. The views over Queenstown were amazing and the flying sensation was breathtaking, so worth the money, thank you so much!
  • IziSimone
    IziSimone
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    Birthday getaway
    Awesome service from the team. Had Dave as my pilot who did a fantastic job in explaining how it all works and making me feel very comfortable. Thank you team. Definitely recommend. Izi Simone
  • DarronH259
    DarronH259
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    Had to be done wihilst in NZ.
    Something that I had to do whilst in Queenstown. Beautiful ride from atop with an experienced pilot - Augusto. Cheers.
  • Simon1612
    Simon1612
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    What a flight!
    Amazing experience from start to finish. Incredible views and smooth flight. I was scared before take off but the pilot reassured me and everything was so easy. Definitely recommend to anyone!
  • Rachael M
    Rachael M
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    Kinda disappointed.
    I booked for a tandem paraglide off the top of the peak for my 30th birthday. Booked at 4.30pm the day before my jump only to be called at 9.15am the next morning to say none of their jumpers could jump as they had been stood down for covid and aren’t free to jump until the following day. Kinda disappointed that they may of known this at time of my booking and didn’t say anything. Rescheduled for a day later and after waiting 15mins at the pick up spot, I called them to ask what was happening and was told the wind was up and I couldn’t jump. I was never called to be advised this - causing me to waste a morning in Queenstown. They said they would look again at the weather at 12:30 and make a call.. that time came and still no call. Upon me calling them I was advised the weather again wasn’t up for jumping. I understand they can’t control the weather however they can control letting their customers know. Due to their poor communication I had a day and a bit wasted in Queenstown as I was waiting to do the jump. Also annoyed that I had to chase the refund, they were about to hang up before I managed to confirm I would be getting my money back. You would think a nz tourist company in the adventure capital of the world would offer better customer service
  • 372maddym
    372maddym
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    Best experience 10/10!!
    Had the best day up at Coronet Peak on my Tandem flight! It was the highlight of my trip here in Queenstown, highly recommend. Ask for a flight with Pete! He was awesome and made it the best experience!
  • rtrusler
    rtrusler
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    Flying!
    Absolutely magic. Would definitely do again next time in Queenstown. The team were super friendly and professional. Highly recommend.
  • tereop
    tereop
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    What a view!!
    What a breathtaking experience that was. Amazing views all enjoyed while Paragliding. Thanks to Ben and the boys at Skytrek for allowing such an enjoyable moment. I would highly recommend.
  • Atawhai D
    Atawhai D
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    Paragliding, amazing!
    Had the best time paragliding with the boys from skytrek! Thanks to Pete for being a cool instructor and capturing some cool video moments! This was such a cool experience, calm and relaxing! You can also choose to do some ‘tricks’ in the air if your up to it!!
  • jackpochin
    jackpochin
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    A must-do in Queenstown!
    This was an awesome experience. Great views, extremely well organised and reasonably priced. I felt very relaxed with Vicki and she was very friendly and welcoming meaning I could appreciate the stunning views. I was even allowed to take control. I would highly recommend this activity if you’re in Queenstown. Jack.
  • micmcg5
    micmcg5
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    Stunning Paragliding views over the Remarkables
    This review is a bit old (2016) but I’m still talking and thinking back on this experience at SkyTrek. I made a very last minute appointment to paraglide before I was flying to the North Island, and they were able to take me and my luggage. While they watched my things, I had the best experience running off a cliff, gliding over The Remarkable‘s and getting fairly close to the mountains and Eagles. It was one of the most stunning ways to see the region/mountains, and I found the whole experience very professional. I love my keepsake photos and videos from the experience. Very safe, secure and they walked me through what I needed to know about the protocols. Would highly recommend if you are in Queenstown. If you are a bit squeamish, this may not be for you, as even the car ride winds up and down the mountains quickly, but I loved it!!
  • Crystel73
    Crystel73
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    Unbelievable experience!
    I've done today my first Hang-gliding with Skytrek and what an amazing activity ! So much fun and adrenaline. Taking off from Coronet peak offers you an incredible view. You are flying over 2500ft, over these stunning mountains. The weather conditions were literally perfect and John my instructor was so friendly. I've been in Queenstown so far for 1 year and a half and done many activities but this one let me speachless. Thank you very much to all the Skytrek team for your professionalism and your kindness. Can't wait to fly again now... Totally worth it :) HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. REALLY.
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Lauren G
Portland, OR1 contribution
Feb 2020 • Family
Dear Shai,

I know you will pay to get this deleted or you will just respond disrespectfully like you have to every other negative review, however, I think it’s important people hear about your company!

We had a whole booking fiasco in which at the end of it all SkyTrek gave our group a voucher to paraglide. We were skeptical because they were so disrespectful to us, but we didn’t want to miss the opportunity to fly since we paid for it. We rebooked the flight and followed all the proper procedures. Then like many of the other reviews have said they just called and said we missed our flight (two hours before the schedule). We tried to talk to Shai the owner and just ask for our noon spot to still be honored, but he became disrespectful and hostile to my whole family. He would not rebook it and blamed us even though we had proof that we booked it for noon.

Thankfully, Happy Travels helped us and honored the flight with a different company so the dreams of an old man could be fulfilled.

Avoid all the nonsense and just make sure to fly with some other company.

Cheers.
Written February 22, 2020
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Sydney Maurer
1 contribution
Feb 2020 • Couples
The manager of this company is HORRIBLE. He treated my group with complete disrespect on multiple occasions. He doesn’t follow through with vouchers his own staff gives out for their mistakes and takes your money and “reserves” you into time slots you didn’t have and then says you missed your reservation so that he can charge your card. If you don’t want to be scammed don’t fly with this company. Worst experience I’ve ever had abroad hands down. If I could give them a 0 I would. DO NOT book with this company. Happy Travels and GoOrange was amazing to us and made sure we were taken care of.
Written February 22, 2020
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Vanessa C
Burlington, Canada4 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
The flight itself was fantastic, definitely recommend as an experience.
That said, the reduction in stars is due to the photos and videos. So any photos and videos are an additional $80NZ paid directly to your pilot after the flight. My husband and I both did paragliding and both bought the photos, so a total of $160NZ. However the problem is that the amount of photos and videos you receive is entirely dependent on the pilot you had. My husband got 52 photos and 5 videos whereas I only got 13 photos and 2 videos. That is certainly not even close to being equitable or justifying the same price of $80NZ each. The company really needs to discuss photo and video expectations with their pilots as one individual getting 3.8 times more photos and videos is ridiculous. The price at least should be flexible depending on the amount of photos and videos taken to ensure reasonableness.
Written January 9, 2023
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Ian_Skytrek
Hi. Thanks for making the time to write a review. We'll definitely bring this issue up in our next team meeting. All the best. Ian Clark - Operations Manager
Written January 11, 2023
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My C
4 contributions
Dec 2022
Asking for $ 299.00 for a single person tandem glide is top of the price range. But any way. You know it before you do it. Asking people after the ride if they like pictures and loading those on peoples phones and THEN asking for another 80.00 Dollars is simply a rip off!! Thanks' and never again with this people! They must be very desperate after Covid to fill up their bags again.
Written December 10, 2022
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2010Olympics
Vancouver, Canada70 contributions
We had a blast paragliding with Skytrek. It was our first time and frankly my wife had to push me given I was a bit nervous. Glad she did as my pilot Dan was super awesome and safe!

If you are in Queenstown and are up for some adrenaline and amazing scenery, go for it! We had a beautiful day and had to get the go pro videos and photos as well. Glad we did as they turned out great!
Thanks Dan!!
Written November 27, 2022
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Mae Anne F
1 contribution
Had a blast on our first paragliding experience. The views from Coronet Peak across the Queenstown Surrounds was breathtaking! Thank you Pete, Janick, Eddy, and Marian- you guys we’re amazing and made sure that our experience was one to remember. I very much highly recommend Skytrek! They were very professional and made sure of everyone’s safety and comfort.
Written October 16, 2022
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Ian_Skytrek
Hi! Thanks for the great review! We're really enjoying providing paragliding tandem flights once more! All the best!
Written October 17, 2022
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JO
2 contributions
Feb 2023 • Solo
I was paragliding with Turgi. An amazing experience. Turgi was a great instructor, he made me feel very safe and comfortable. Did some nice acrobatics and let me fly a little bit on my own. Had a great flight!
Written February 27, 2023
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Kevin C
2 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
I have just spent the most amazing time of my life when I ran off Coronet Peak with Vicki and we floated through the sky. Words can not describe the exhilarating feeling of paragliding. I am hooked thanks to Vicki and the amazing time we spent together. Just do it.
Written March 17, 2020
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Rachel
4 contributions
Mar 2020 • Friends
What an amazing trip all the staff were super friendly. Everything was organised and on time. I flew with Dan he was so much fun, made me feel safe but had a laugh at the same time! So much fun would do it over and over!! Thanks Dan and the rest of the team!!!!!
Written March 10, 2020
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petepage
Birmingham, UK1 contribution
Really great experience. Not cheap but at least 15 minutes of flight over spectacular scenery. Amazing to sit 500 metres above the valley with a big chute holding you in the air. Many thanks to Tugi, my pilot.
Written April 18, 2023
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Product Overview: Tandem Paragliding

Prices From$0
Number of Reviews43
Number of Photos40
Duration90 minutes