Interlaken Tandem Paragliding over Two Lakes
Interlaken Paragliding Prices & Availability
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Should you do the Interlaken tandem paragliding tour? Yes — this is the route that flies above the town itself, with Lake Thun on one side and Lake Brienz on the other. For about $220, AlpinAir picks you up in central Interlaken, drives 20 minutes to Beatenberg (~1,300 m), and you launch with an SHV-licensed pilot for a 12-20 minute flight with both lakes and the Eiger-Mönch-Jungfrau wall in view. You land softly on Höhematte in the town centre — an 800 m descent later. Rated 4.9 across 969 reviews, with value-for-money at 4.8. Book ahead in summer; weight cap is 91 kg.
What You'll Do
- Take off from Beatenberg at 1,300 m with an SHV-licensed AlpinAir pilot
- Glide above Interlaken with Lake Thun on one side and Lake Brienz on the other
- See the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau wall from the air
- Choose your ride — gentle scenic flight or spirals and tricks on request
- Land on Höhematte in the town centre — walking distance to most hotels
Good to Know
- Weight limit is 91 kg (200 lb) for safety reasons — confirm honestly before booking
- Photo/video service costs +40 CHF, paid only if you want to keep the files
- Weather can postpone flights — operator reschedules or fully refunds, no fight needed
- Bring sunglasses; your own camera only if it has a safety leash you can attach
- No-show is charged at 100% — set a reminder for the meeting time
The Interlaken Paragliding Flight, Mapped
Interlaken sits in the narrow strip between two lakes — and this is the only paragliding tour in the region that flies right over that strip. Here's the aerial map.
Meet on Höhematte
Find your pilot opposite Hotel Jungfrau Victoria — look for blue T-shirts and black jackets. Quick check-in, then everyone hops in the AlpinAir van.
20-min Drive + 8-min Walk
The van climbs to Beatenberg at 1,300 m, then a short walk to the take-off field. The view of the Swiss Alps starts well before you launch.
12-20 min in the Air
Briefing, a few running steps, and you're flying — gliding 800 m down over Interlaken with Lake Thun west, Lake Brienz east, and the Jungfrau wall ahead.
Land Back in Town
Touch down softly on Höhematte in the centre of Interlaken. Pilots show you the photos and video on the spot — buy only if you want them.
What's Included in the Interlaken Paragliding Tour
Everything you actually need to fly is covered. The only things on top are optional and you decide on the ground.
Tandem Flight & Equipment Included
The paraglider, harness, helmet and all flight kit are on the operator. You just turn up dressed for a mountain hike.
SHV-Licensed Pilot Included
Every AlpinAir pilot is certified by the Swiss Hang Gliding Association, with thousands of flights logged. They run every step from take-off to landing.
Free Transfer to Take-off Included
The 20-minute van ride from central Interlaken up to Beatenberg, plus the short walk to the take-off field. No taxis or extra logistics.
Hiking Boots & Windbreaker If Needed
If your shoes aren't right or it's chilly up top, AlpinAir lends boots and a windbreaker for free. You won't be sent up underdressed.
Photos & HD Video +40 CHF
The pilot films and photographs the flight on a hand-held camera; you see the result on a tablet and decide on the spot whether to buy. Never compulsory.
Food & Drinks Not Included
The tour is only 1.5 hours total, so food isn't part of it. Plan a meal in Interlaken before or after — plenty of cafés around Höhematte.
Interlaken Paragliding vs Lauterbrunnen Paragliding
Same kit, same tandem format, very different scenery. Here's the quick visual read of the two classic Jungfrau-region flights.
Two Lakes & the Town
Launch from Beatenberg, fly above Interlaken with Lake Thun and Lake Brienz on either side, land in the town centre. Lowest price of the region's tandem flights, biggest review pool (969), easiest to combine with a city-based day.
Cliffs, Waterfalls & the Valley
Launch from Mürren higher up at 1,638 m, fly the U-shaped Lauterbrunnen valley with sheer cliffs and waterfalls. Smaller, quieter, more dramatic scenery — and a perfect 5.0 review score.
Interlaken Paragliding Photos
Interlaken Paragliding: Safety & Who Can Fly
Tandem paragliding with a professional operator is statistically very safe — most of the responsibility sits with the pilot, not you. There are a few hard limits, though, and weather has the final say.
Who Can Fly
Weight cap: 91 kg / 200 lb
A firm operator limit set by harness and canopy ratings. There's no way around it on the day — confirm honestly before you book.
Kids from age 5+
Younger flyers welcome with a parent's go-ahead — many reviewers fly with 8-12 year olds. Not suitable for pregnant travellers or significant mobility limits.
Closed-toe shoes only
You take a few running steps to launch and land on your feet. Trainers or hiking shoes work — sandals or flip-flops don't. AlpinAir lends boots if needed.
Weather & Safety
Best in calm, clear weather
Pilots fly when conditions are right. If wind or storms move in, your flight is rescheduled or fully refunded — no fight needed.
Reserve parachute on board
Every pilot carries a reserve as standard. Tandem flying with a professional operator has a strong safety record across thousands of hours.
AlpinAir, Interlaken's local team
AlpinAir is the on-site Interlaken operator — SHV-licensed pilots, with 4.9 across 969 reviews and a 4.8 value-for-money sub-score.
If the weather turns
Alpine weather changes fast. AlpinAir makes the call on the morning based on wind and cloud — most of the time the flight runs, but if it can't, you reschedule or get a full refund. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before gives you a parallel out if your travel plans shift. Note: a no-show without cancelling is charged 100%, so set a reminder.
How the Flight Unfolds
- Meet & ride up to BeatenbergShuttle to the 1,300 m take-off meadow.
- Gear-up & briefingHarness on, a few practice steps — that is all it takes.
- Take-offA short run and the ground drops away.
- 12–20 minutes in the airLake Thun on one side, Lake Brienz on the other.
- Landing in InterlakenTouch down in town; photo/video package optional.
More Air & Adventure in the Jungfrau Region
Lauterbrunnen Paragliding from Mürren
Same tandem format but launched from Mürren over the valley's cliffs and waterfalls. Perfect 5.0 across 299 reviews.
Amisbühl Tandem (Skywings)
A second Interlaken tandem from a slightly different launch (Amisbühl) — different operator, same lakes-and-town views.
Lake Brienz Kayak Tour
Stay on the water instead — a small-group paddle on the turquoise lake past Ringgenberg Castle.
Is the Interlaken Paragliding Tour Worth It?
If you want one bucket-list flight, this is the most-flown route in Switzerland and the numbers back it up. 969 reviews at 4.9, with strong sub-scores across guide (4.9), transport (4.9) and the often-weakest metric — value for money (4.8). At $220 it's also the most affordable of the region's tandem flights, and the only one that flies over the actual town with Lake Thun west and Lake Brienz east in the same shot. That panorama is the USP that no other Jungfrau-region operator offers.
What the 969 reviews keep saying: the pilots are warm and reassuring (specific names come up over and over — Chris, Rick, Dario, Lars, Lucas, Klem), the safety briefing is thorough, and the smooth in-town landing on Höhematte feels almost anticlimactic in the best way. Reviewers consistently call it a once-in-a-lifetime experience even on their first attempt.
Honest flags. The actual airtime is short — 12 to 20 minutes in the air for a 1.5-hour booking, so you're paying mostly for the experience rather than long time aloft. Some reviewers note that flights at the lower end of that range (~12 minutes) feel quick once the wind is calm. The 91 kg weight cap is firm; some morning slots drop further to 80 kg. And photo/video is extra at 40 CHF — never compulsory, but you'll likely want it.
For most travellers, yes. It's the most-flown tandem route in the Jungfrau region — 4.9 across 969 reviews, with strong sub-scores on guide, transport and value-for-money. The selling point is the view that no other paragliding tour in the region offers: Interlaken between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz with the Eiger-Mönch-Jungfrau wall ahead. At $220 it's also the cheapest of the region's tandem flights.
The booking is 1.5 hours from the Interlaken meeting point and back. That breaks down into a 20-minute van transfer to Beatenberg, an 8-minute walk to the take-off field, a short briefing, then 12 to 20 minutes of actual airtime depending on conditions. Pilots get the most out of the conditions they have.
No experience or training is required. This is a tandem flight, so an SHV-licensed AlpinAir pilot handles every part of the take-off, flight and landing. Your job is to take a few running steps on launch, sit back in the harness during the flight, and stand up to land. The briefing covers everything you need.
The meeting point is on Höhematte in central Interlaken, opposite Hotel Jungfrau Victoria. Look for the AlpinAir pilots in blue T-shirts and black jackets. Höhematte is walking distance from both Interlaken Ost and Interlaken West train stations, and from most central hotels.
The maximum weight is 91 kg (200 lb), set by harness and canopy ratings — it's a hard limit. Some early-morning slots drop to 80 kg (175 lb) for additional safety, so check at booking if you're close to that range. Minimum age is 5 years. The tour is not suitable for pregnant travellers or significant mobility limits.
Tandem paragliding with a professional Swiss operator is statistically very safe. AlpinAir pilots are SHV-licensed (Swiss Hang Gliding Association) with thousands of flights, equipment is checked before every launch, and each pilot carries a reserve parachute. Flights only run when the weather window is right — if conditions aren't safe, the operator reschedules or refunds rather than launching.
AlpinAir makes the call on the morning based on wind, cloud and visibility. If the flight can't go ahead, you can reschedule for another day or get a full refund. Free cancellation runs up to 24 hours before, so you can cancel yourself if your plans shift. A no-show without cancelling is charged 100% of the tour cost — set a reminder for the meeting time.
Wear closed-toe shoes (trainers or light hiking shoes), warm layers, sunglasses and weather-appropriate outerwear. The kit (paraglider, harness, helmet) is provided, and the team lends boots or a windbreaker if you need them. You can bring your own pocket camera if it has a safety leash you can attach. Leave large bags, selfie sticks and handheld phones behind.
The photo and HD video package is not included — it's an optional extra of 40 CHF, paid only if you keep the files. The pilot films and photographs the flight on a handheld camera and shows you the result on a tablet on the ground. Files transfer to your phone or USB stick. Most reviewers buy it, but there's no pressure either way.
Ready to Fly Interlaken?
Reserve now, pay later, and cancel free up to 24 hours before. The most-flown route in the Jungfrau region, with 4.9 across 969 reviews — book ahead for summer.
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