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Summer Tandem Hang Gliding Flight

Queenstown - Show on map

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Overview

Highlights

Hang glide off the highest commercial take-off point in Queenstown
Uninterrupted views of the breathtaking natural scenery
Opportunity to fly the hang glider yourself

Experience the thrill of natural flight as you hang glide off the highest commercial take-off point in Queenstown. Flying in a prone position, side by side with a highly experienced pilot, you will be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Wakatipu, Lake Hayes and beyond.

What's Included?

Tandem hang gliding flight
Transportation to the flying site and back

Ever wanted to soar majestically through the skies like an eagle, surrounded by mountain views? Turn that fantasy into a reality with this exhilarating tandem hang gliding flight over Queenstown. After meeting the provider at the designated pick up point, you will be transported to the summit of Coronet Peak where your pilot will take you through a detailed safety briefing and prepare you for the flight ahead. You will then be harnessed in and counted down to take the leap together at 3800ft! Soak in the incredible panoramic views of Lake Wakatipu and the nearby Lake Hayes as you soar through the sky for 10-12 minutes. For the thrill seekers, you will have the opportunity to steer the hang glider yourself and enjoy some exciting aerobatic moves before safely touching down.

Session Length

Allow two hours for this experience
Actual flight time is 10-12 minutes
Operates daily from October to April, weather permitting
Departure times vary throughout the year

Important Information

Restrictions

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Guidelines

Minimum weight is 20kg and the maximum is 80-90kg. Conditions apply and weight restrictions may vary throughout the year
It is important for all customers to declare any of the following medical conditions: Pregnancy, heart condition, recent sprains or muscular injuries, panic/anxiety attacks, high/low blood pressure, bone disorders, fragile skin, dislocations, diabetes, epilepsy, prosthetics, neurological disorders, disabilities, physical impairment, motion sickness. Please note this does not necessarily exclude a person from doing the experience

Cancellation

Once this experience has been confirmed, changes are at the discretion of the experience provider and arranged directly with the according to this policy:

If the trip has to be cancelled due to weather conditions, there are no cancellation fees. However, if you cancel your trip within 48hr of departure, there is a 20% cancellation fee applicable. Cancellations within an hour of departure require a 50% cancellation fee
No refund is given, if customer is not turning up on time for departure of the trip or if they exceed the passenger weight
A change of booking fee of NZ$50 per person will apply

Numbers on the Day

No minimum number per trip, maximum numbers for a trip vary, depending on the time of the year. Please check with reservations.

Spectators

Spectators can come along for a small fee of NZ$20 per spectator.

Weather

Paragliding is a weather dependent activity. You are required to call for a weather check half an hour before departure time - this will be supplied at the time of booking. In the event of poor weather, you will be rescheduled for a later date. No booking fee applies.