Paragliding · Morzine, Portes du Soleil
How to choose
The 100 € tandem flight with Ecole de Parapente des Portes du Soleil is the fastest way to experience Morzine's thermals: 1h to 1h30 total, no experience required, open to everyone. The 459 € 5-day course is a different commitment entirely, covering 3 to 5 days of structured training above the Portes du Soleil massif. The price gap reflects instruction time, equipment use and certification progression, not just more airtime. Pick the tandem if you want the rush once. Pick the course if you want to fly solo by the end of the week.
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Tandem Paragliding Flight in Morzine, Portes du Soleil
100 €, no experience needed and open to everyone: the fastest way to fly above the Portes du Soleil in under 2 hours.
5-day Introductory Paragliding Course in Morzine Avoriaz
459 € for a 3-to-5-day structured course that takes you from ground handling to independent flight over Morzine Avoriaz.
Frequently asked questions
What's the most intense moment of a tandem paragliding flight?
The launch. You run off the mountain ridge and the ground drops away in seconds. After that, the flight over the Portes du Soleil valley is smoother, but that first weightless second is what most riders remember.
Do you need to be afraid of heights to enjoy this?
Fear of heights on the ground rarely translates into the air. Once you're airborne above Morzine, the scale of the landscape tends to override the vertigo reflex. Instructors from Ecole de Parapente des Portes du Soleil are trained to handle first-timers.
Which option gives you more airtime?
The 5-day course. Over 3 to 5 days, you accumulate multiple flights across different conditions. The tandem experience runs 1h to 1h30 total including briefing and hike to the launch site.
Can complete beginners do the 5-day course?
Yes. The course is listed as occasionally sporty, meaning basic fitness helps, but no prior paragliding experience is required. You'll progress from ground handling to solo glides by the end.
What's the best time of year to fly above Morzine?
Season runs May through September. July and August offer the most stable thermals and the longest flying windows. Book early if you're targeting a summer weekend slot.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1.1°C | 170.7 mm | Poor |
| February | 1.1°C | 129.8 mm | Poor |
| March | 1.9°C | 152.3 mm | Poor |
| April | 5.8°C | 143 mm | Possible |
| May | 9.1°C | 171.1 mm | Poor |
| June | 14.2°C | 199.5 mm | Possible |
| July | 18°C | 145.4 mm | Good |
| August | 17.4°C | 148.6 mm | Good |
| September | 14.7°C | 108.3 mm | Possible |
| October | 9.4°C | 120.5 mm | Possible |
| November | 3.4°C | 150 mm | Poor |
| December | -2.5°C | 94.9 mm | Possible |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear firm ankle-support shoes and dress in layers: alpine launch sites above Morzine are noticeably colder than the valley, even in summer. The school provides harness and helmet for both the tandem flight and the 5-day course.
Getting there
The tandem flight meets at the school at 603 avenue de Joux Plane, Morzine. The 5-day course starts at 862 route du Dravachet in Montriond, a short drive from Morzine town centre.
See also
Paragliding elsewhere
Other activities in Morzine, Portes du Soleil
Updated March 2026