Tandem Paragliding Flights in Zermat
with Matterhorn Views
FLYBYPARA has been flying tandem paragliders in Zermatt since 1990. Choose from seven flights, from a short 10-minute first flight to a full day in the air, all with views of the Matterhorn and all with certified pilots. No experience needed.
★★★★★ 5.0 from 1400+ reviews · Prices from CHF 190
Fly Matterhorn VIP
Best seller
Fly right in front of the Matterhorn, riding the thermals to gain height.
≈ 25 min airtime · ≈ 2 h in total · 2,600–3,100 m · Year-round
CHF 300
Standard Fly
Classic flight
Our classic tandem flight from a high take-off, with the Matterhorn in front of you.
≈ 20 min airtime · ≈ 1 h 30 in total · 2,600–3,100 m · Year-round
CHF 240
Top Fly Glacier
Highest take-off
Take off at 3,883 m from Matterhorn Glacier Paradise and fly above the glaciers.
≈ 30 min airtime · ≈ 2 h in total · 3,883 m · Year-round
CHF 420
Basic Fly
First flight
A short, gentle flight from a lower take-off. The easiest way to try paragliding.
≈ 10 min airtime · ≈ 1 h in total · 2,200–2,600 m · Summer only
CHF 190
Cross Country
Longest single flight
Ride the thermals across the Zermatt valley, over villages and ridges.
≈ 35 min airtime · ≈ 2 h in total · 2,200–3,883 m · Almost year-round
CHF 420
Private Paragliding Day
Most airtime
Half a day or a full day with your own pilot, over several flights from different take-offs.
≈ 60–120 min total airtime (half day) · ≈ 120–180 min total airtime (full day) · Several flights · Almost year-round
CHF 700 – 1,200
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Basic Fly
CHF 190
Standard Fly
CHF 240
Matterhorn VIP
CHF 300
Top Fly Glacier
CHF 420
Cross Country
CHF 420
Private Paragliding Day
CHF 700 – 1,200 half day / full day
Compare our tandem paragliding flights and prices
| Flight | Airtime | Take-off | Total duration | Season | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fly Matterhorn VIP | ≈ 25 min | 2,600–3,100 m | ≈ 2 h | Year-round | CHF 300 |
| Standard Fly | ≈ 20 min | 2,600–3,100 m | ≈ 1 h 30 | Year-round | CHF 240 |
| Top Fly Glacier | ≈ 30 min | 3,883 m | ≈ 2 h | Year-round | CHF 420 |
| Basic Fly | ≈ 10 min | 2,200–2,600 m | ≈ 1 h | Summer only | CHF 190 |
| Cross Country | ≈ 35 min | 2,200–3,883 m | ≈ 2 h | Almost year-round | CHF 420 |
| Half Day | ≈ 60–120 min* | 2,200–3,883 m | ≈ 2–4 h | Almost year-round | CHF 700 |
| Full Day | ≈ 120–180 min* | 2,200–3,883 m | ≈ 4–5 h | Almost year-round | CHF 1,200 |
Airtime is approximate and usually shorter in winter. *For the Half Day and Full Day, it is the total airtime across several flights, not one continuous flight.
Add photos and videos to any flight
Relive your flight with our GoPro photo and video package, available for every flight for CHF 40. Your images are transferred directly to your smartphone after landing. Just add it when you book.
Good to know
Meeting point. All flights start at Bahnhofplatz 7, right next to Zermatt’s Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn station and one minute’s walk from the Gornergrat railway.
Weather and safety. Every flight depends on the weather, and safety always comes first. If we cancel your flight because of weather or safety conditions, you receive a full refund, minus a 5% confirmation fee.
Cancellations. Cancel at least 48 hours before your flight for a refund minus the 5% confirmation fee. Cancellations within 24 hours of the flight are non-refundable.
Frequently asked questions
How much does paragliding in Zermatt cost?
Our tandem flights cost from CHF 190 for the Basic Fly to CHF 420 for the Top Fly Glacier and the cross country flight. A private half day (approx. 60–120 minutes of total airtime over several flights) costs CHF 700, and a full day (approx. 120–180 minutes) costs CHF 1,200. The optional photo and video package costs CHF 40.
Do I need any experience to go paragliding?
No. All our flights are tandem flights with a certified pilot who controls the paraglider. You only need to take a few steps at take-off and landing.
Can I go paragliding in Zermatt in winter?
Yes. All our flights except the Basic Fly are available in winter, weather permitting. Airtime is usually a little shorter in winter because thermals are weaker.
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