Questions and answers about the general requirements
You can fly at practically any time of day and year. In the morning, the air is calmer and there's no turbulence to disturb the flight. In the afternoon – especially in summer – it can get a bit more active with thermals, which often allows us to gain altitude. If this feels too uncomfortable for a passenger,
Yes. Height is perceived completely differently when flying compared to looking down into an abyss from a high tower, for example. When paragliding, you feel "supported" from above.
A certain level of fitness is definitely a plus, but not strictly required. You do need to be able to run, though. Often, we have a 5-15 minute walk to the actual launch site.
Medical conditions such as high blood pressure, circulatory issues, heart problems, etc., must be reported when booking.
The minimum weight is 25 kg, and the maximum weight is 110 kg. Please let us know if you want to book a flight for your child so we can prepare the right equipment.
There are currently no age restrictions for passengers. For minors, written consent from both parents is required.
Our tandem pilots bring a wealth of experience from both solo and tandem flying. We fly very often and in a wide range of weather conditions. Plus, we are all locals and know the Bernese Oberland inside out.
Safety is our top priority, we don't compromise and therefore sometimes decide
We strongly recommend hiking or mountain boots to prevent accidentally twisting your ankle while walking – especially during takeoff or landing. This is very important to us so we can help prevent any unnecessary injuries.
If a passenger wears unsuitable shoes, the pilot on-site will decide whether the
