PROFESSIONAL TANDEM PARAGLIDING in East Tyrol, South Tyrol & Carinthia – Your flying experience with AIRTIME AUSTRIA
We fly with you from the most beautiful launch sites in East Tyrol, Upper Carinthia and South Tyrol.
Our two hotspots for tandem flying in East Tyrol are the launch site at Lienzer Zettersfeld, 2,214 metres above sea level, and the launch site at Lienz's local mountain, the Hochstein/Hochstein Hut, 2,023 metres above sea level.
Once you arrive at the launch site, you’ll be greeted by lush green meadows, fresh mountain air, and a panorama unlike any other. The view stretches far across the imposing Dolomites, the rugged peaks of the Lienz mountains and – depending on the location – as far as the Carinthian and South Tyrolean Alps.
Before taking off, it’s time to arrive, breathe deeply, and take it all in.
Then comes a detailed briefing by your professional tandem pilot. With plenty of experience and calm guidance, the flight procedure is explained, the wind is checked, the harness individually adjusted, and the equipment prepared.
Once the paraglider is laid out on the launch field and the safety check is complete, it’s time to get ready for take-off. During tandem paragliding or tandem gliding, you don’t jump off – you take off – safely connected to the pilot through a special harness system. The passenger stands in front, the pilot behind.
At the command “3 – 2 – 1 – Go!” you run together. After just a few steps, the glider lifts off – light, silent, fascinating – and the wind carries you gently into the sky.
Now the unforgettable experience begins: you float above alpine pastures, forests and peaks, feeling the wind, the sensation of weightlessness, and pure freedom.
Enjoy the views over the Sun City of Lienz, the Dolomites, or – depending on the flight area – the panorama of the Gailtal Alps, Lake Weissensee or the South Tyrolean Dolomites around Sexten, Bruneck / Kronplatz and Cortina d’Ampezzo.
Lean back, relax, and experience the indescribable feeling of flying like a bird.
After about 15–20 minutes of flight time, you’ll approach the landing meadow – the landing is just as gentle and controlled as the take-off. Depending on flight choice, thermals and weather conditions, the flight time may vary individually.
Popular Flight Areas for Tandem Paragliding & Tandem Gliding
Paragliding East Tyrol: Zettersfeld – Hochstein – Golzentipp
Paragliding Upper Carinthia: Emberger Alm – Weissensee
Paragliding South Tyrol: Sexten – Helm, Bruneck / Kronplatz, Cortina d’Ampezzo – Tofana
Each of these flight areas has its own unique character – from the breathtaking Dolomite panorama to thermally active spots perfect for long, impressive flights.
Your guide
Zettersfeld
Hochstein
Important: The meeting point for every tandem flight is the landing site at the Dolomitenhalle in Lienz.
Further paragliding offers
Frequently asked questions
Physical requirements
- Normal physical fitness
- Minimum body weight of 15 kg to maximum body weight of 130 kg
- Even with physical limitations, a tandem paragliding flight is often possible. Just get in touch with me – we'll work out together what's feasible for you!
Easy & without prior knowledge
A paragliding tandem flight is suitable for everyone. It’s easy and comfortable. You
don’t need any experience or previous knowledge for tandem paragliding. Anyone
who wants to fulfill the dream of flying in the simplest way can experience it with us.
Anyone can fly 0-99 years
There is absolutely no age restriction for flying, only a minimum weight of 30 kg is required. Our youngest passenger was just 4 years old, and a pensioner aged 78 also fulfilled her long cherished dream with AIRTIME AUSTRIA.
Date and meeting point
You can book your flight ticket by homepage, email, telephone or simply give it as a gift voucher.
We set the flight day and the take-off site depending on the season, wind and weather
conditions and meet at the agreed meeting point.
Depending on the choice of take-off site, we will either take the Lienz cablecar or
drive by car to the respective take-off site.
Launch Preparation
Safety is paramount for AIRTIME AUSTRIA. Wind and weather conditions permitting, the adventure of tandem paragliding can begin.
The paraglider is neatly laid out by the pilot at the launch site and everything is
perfectly prepared for the tandem flight. You will be equipped with the seat harness,
which looks like a large backpack, and a helmet.
Explanation & Instructions
Before taking-off, your pilot will explain the exact procedure for take-off, flight and
landing. A tandem paragliding flight is definitely not a tandem jump or parachute
jump, where you jump out of a plane.
In tandem paragliding, the passenger and the pilot stand together with their legs on
the ground behind each other at the launch site and are firmly connected to each other
by a special device.
As soon as everything has been explained and there are no more questions on your
part, off you go!
Now your flight ticket is issued and then it’s time to board: It’s boarding time, fasten
your seatbelts. Are you ready for takeoff?
Take off - 3-2-1-GO!
When taking off, it is very important that you actively walk or run forward until you
no longer feel the ground under your feet. With the command 3-2-1-GO and only a
few steps forward, the ground slips away from under your feet and you take off!
The flight
Now you are in the air, flying freely like a bird in the sky and experiencing an
indescribable feeling with views that others can only dream of. The world is now at
your feet, you float silently above the town of Lienz and glide past the Dolomites like
the king of the air. This is what freedom feels like!
Landing
After a flight time of approx. 20 minutes, you will head towards the runway. Shortly before landing, you simply straighten yourself up and your tandem pilot will set you down gently and safely on the ground.
What do I need to bring
Good mood 🙂
sturdy, non-slip, ankle-high shoes, hiking shoes are best.
Comfortable leisure wear adapted to the weather and the season
Windbreaker if necessary
Gloves if necessary
Sunglasses if necessary
Good to know
If the tandem flight is postponed due to weather conditions (strong wind, heavy fog,
rain, etc.), an alternative date will be scheduled.
The duration of a paragliding flight can vary due to wind and thermal conditions.
Costs for taxi/lift tickets/tolls are NOT included in the price.
Children and minors can join with the consent of a parent or guardian