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Coronet Peak Tandem Paragliding Instructional- 3800ft

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Experience the thrill of flying and get amazing views of Coronet Peak, Queenstown!

Experience the thrill of flying and get amazing views of Coronet Peak, Queenstown!

Highlights

  • Highest commercial take off point for Queenstown Paragliding activities
  • Over 30 years aviation experience
  • Friendly and highly qualified team
  • Experience of a lifetime
  • No hike, we drive direct to take off. Transport is included.
  • No gondola pass required!

Takeoff and fly over one of the most stunning spots in the world - Queenstown.


Discover the amazing views of Coronet Peak! Relax and sit back while our friendly and highly experienced tandem operator is in control before taking the controls yourself to steer the glider*!

Float over a breathtaking scenic view which will leave you absolutely amazed. Experience the feeling of freedom, safely harnessed into your comfortable front-row seat. Freely glide and enjoy an unforgettable flight, from our 3800ft take-off point. Travel for about 4km to the landing site.


Our launch point is at Coronet Peak, which offers some incredible views over the summits. The Coronet Peak take off is the highest commercial take-off point for Queenstown Paragliding activities. Enjoy the fantastic 360° panorama of Queenstown and the Southern Alps.


Join the finest tandem paragliding adventure in Queenstown - the experience of a lifetime. Book now!

Per Person $235.00

What's included

  • Tandem Paragliding - 3800ft - 1 flight
  • Instructional flight (you get to steer the glider under instructor supervision)*
  • Return Transport to and from Queenstown

Duration

  • Allow approximately 2 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • Meeting point / Departure -
  • Ivan Clarke Gallery,
  • 39 Camp Street, Queenstown

Bad Weather Refunds

  • If your experience is cancelled by the operator (because of the weather or anything else out of your control) you will be entitled to a full refund.

Notes

  • Wed love you to bring a friend along to watch as long as we have got room in the van. Please note that there is a small charge of NZ$20 per spectator.

    *Self steering of the glider is dependant on weather conditions on the day.

  • Important - The minimum weight for a passenger on a paraglider is 20 kg, the maximum is 110kg. No refund will be given if exceeding the maximum passenger weight. Maximum and minimum weight is made up by body weight plus clothing and shoes on the day.

    Coronet Peak Tandems Ltd reserve the right to cancel or amend any trip or booking. If the trip has to be cancelled due to weather conditions, there are no cancellation fees. However, if you cancel your trip within 48hr of departure, there is a 20% cancellation fee applicable. Cancellations within an hour of departure require a 50% cancellation fee. No refund is given, if customer is not turning up on time for departure of the trip.

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

4.7

19 reviews

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deborahw6 from New Zealand wrote on 20 April 2021

Amazing way to start the day

An incredible experience. The staff were super friendly and fun. The experience itself was amazing and a must do. So tranquil!

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From Coronet Peak Tandem Paragliding Instructional- 3800ft

Thanks a lot for that great review, deborahw6! We're glad you had a fun time with our crew and up in the air :) Safe travels around - Julia, Coronet Peak Tandems Ltd.-

Freya from New Zealand wrote on 11 April 2021

Awesome!

Highly recommend paragliding from coronet peak! The views are amazing and it was so much fun! The team is also great and friendly, had a wicked time! :)

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From Coronet Peak Tandem Paragliding Instructional- 3800ft

Thanks for that amazing review Freya! It was our pleasure taking you flying with us :) All the best in your next adventure, regards - Julia, Coronet Peak Tandems Ltd.-

thyra nelson from New Zealand wrote on 14 January 2021

Fantastic

Awesome - wish it was longer

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From Coronet Peak Tandem Paragliding Instructional- 3800ft

Thanks for that 5 stars review Thyra, it's always nice to read that people had a great experience coming flying with us! Regards, Julia - Coronet Peak Tandems Ltd-

Janine Barron from New Zealand wrote on 30 December 2020

My experience

Amazing team of experts, felt safe and they made it fun In terms of thrill factor 5 out of 10 -I’d like to do from a higher spot Thanks ?

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From Coronet Peak Tandem Paragliding Instructional- 3800ft

Great to hear you enjoyed your paragliding with our crew and felt safe :) We'd love to take you from the higher take off next time you visit Queenstown, safe travels around. Kind regards, Julia - Coronet Peak Tandems Ltd.-

Yoko from New Zealand wrote on 22 December 2020

Brilliant!

Our 15 year daughter enjoyed it very much. Thank you Tony!!

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That sounds great Yoko! really glad that your daughter enjoyed flying with Tony :) Safe travels around and regards. Julia - Coronet Peak Tandems Ltd.-

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