Paragliding · La Plagne, Paradiski
How to choose
Both flights are operated by Air Vanoise Parapente and share the same 1h duration, open physical level and trilingual guides (Spanish, French, English). The 35 € gap comes down to one variable: takeoff altitude. The 80 € winter option launches from the top of the Lovatière chairlift above Champagny-en-Vanoise, a snow-covered ridge that trades summer thermals for crisp alpine air and glacier views over the Paradiski domain. The 115 € flight departs from the Champagny ski lift base near the Tourist Office, a higher-commitment launch that typically means longer glide time and stronger updrafts in warmer months. If you're visiting in winter and want the most direct access to the mountain, pick the 80 € option. For a summer flight with maximum airtime potential, the 115 € launch is the sharper choice.
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Winter Tandem Paragliding Flight in La Plagne
At 80 €, the winter tandem flight from the Lovatière chairlift delivers a full 1h airborne over the Paradiski snowfields for the lowest price on the board.
Tandem Paragliding Flight in La Plagne from Champagny-en-Vanoise
The 115 € summer launch from Champagny-en-Vanoise benefits from stronger seasonal thermals, giving the pilot more tools to extend the glide and push the flight to its full 1h potential.
Frequently asked questions
What's the most intense moment of a tandem paragliding flight?
The takeoff. Your feet leave the ground in under 10 running steps and you're immediately suspended above the valley. After that, the pilot controls altitude and can throw in wing-overs or spirals on request for extra g-force.
Do you need any experience to fly?
Zero experience required. Both flights are rated 'Everybody welcome' and you're strapped to a certified tandem pilot for the entire 1h flight. Your only job is to run forward at takeoff.
What's the highest point you reach during the flight?
The exact altitude above ground depends on thermals and wind conditions on the day. La Plagne sits at significant elevation in the Tarentaise valley, so the landing zone is already well above sea level before you add any altitude gained in the air.
Is paragliding in La Plagne scarier than a ski run?
Different kind of fear. There's no speed rush and no impact sensation. The intensity is quieter: open air, full exposure to the drop below, and no ground reference for your feet. Most passengers rate it 5/5 on sensation, and the 28 reviews for these flights average exactly 5.0/5.
Can you fly in bad weather?
Flights are weather-dependent and the pilot makes the final call on launch day. Wind above safety thresholds or poor visibility grounds the flight. Book with a flexible cancellation option and check conditions the morning of your slot.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -3.8°C | 177.7 mm | Poor |
| February | -1.5°C | 146.8 mm | Poor |
| March | -0.9°C | 152.1 mm | Poor |
| April | 3.4°C | 134.5 mm | Poor |
| May | 6.8°C | 126.7 mm | Possible |
| June | 11.8°C | 125.7 mm | Possible |
| July | 16.3°C | 128.6 mm | Good |
| August | 16.1°C | 124.4 mm | Good |
| September | 13°C | 100.3 mm | Possible |
| October | 7.1°C | 109.1 mm | Possible |
| November | 0.5°C | 153.7 mm | Poor |
| December | -4.9°C | 95.9 mm | Possible |
Practical info
Equipment
Dress in warm layers regardless of season: altitude drops temperature fast and you're stationary in the harness for the full 1h. Secure footwear with ankle support is mandatory at takeoff. Air Vanoise Parapente provides the harness and helmet.
Getting there
For the 80 € winter flight, meet at the Aéroplagne base at the top of the Lovatière chairlift, Rue Général Chambe, Champagny-en-Vanoise (73350). For the 115 € flight, head to the Champagny ski lift house near the Tourist Office, same postal code.
See also
Paragliding elsewhere
Other activities in La Plagne, Paradiski
Updated March 2026