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Hang gliding in Queenstown is an experience like no other. Soar over the one-of-a-kind landscape made famous by the Lord of the Rings films and enjoy the feeling of weightlessness as you're treated to a spectacular view.
Seeing the beautiful Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding mountains from above is one of the many reasons why paragliding in Queenstown is on so many peoples' bucket list. If you're confident enough, our experienced pilot will even let you take control of the hang glider. So don't miss out on what might just become the highlight of your stay in New Zealand!
Tour programme- Meeting & Preparation:
Our shuttle bus from our office in Queenstown to the take-off point at Coronet Peak leaves on the hour, so please arrive here 20 minutes before the start time specified on your booking confirmation to allow enough time for us to check you in. The bus ride itself takes around 20 minutes. Once we've reached the ski field on Coronet Peak, your experienced tandem pilot will brief you in detail about all things safety, talk you through take-off and landing procedures and help you get strapped into the harness.
- Start and Flight:
Once you're all set, nothing stands between you and the unique experience that is hang gliding in Queenstown. Your instructor will tell you to run a few steps until hang glider lifts you gently into the air. After that, all you need to do is relax and enjoy the incredible view of Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding mountains.
- After Landing:
At the end of your tandem paragliding flight, you will land at the foot of Coronet Peak, close to Arrowtown. From here, we will drive you back to Queenstown.
Flight facts
- Route: From the ski field on Coronet Peak to Arrowtown
- View of: Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding mountains of Otago
- Altitude change: 3.750ft./ 1.143m
- Total Duration: 1.5h
- Duration of the flight: 10 - 20 minutes
- Type of flight: Standard
Included services
- Complete flight equipment: hang glider, harnesses, helmet etc.
- Licensed, certified hang gliding pilot
- Transfer to the starting point and back to the base
- Pictures/Videos (or for an extra charge payable on-site)
- Gloves and jackets can be provided on request
Bring along
- Solid footwear
- Warm clothes
Requirements
- Minimum age: 8 years (parental consent needed for passengers under 16)
- Minimum/Maximum weight: 100kg
Eleni · Group of friendsNew Zealand · February 2020
Pete was great! It was a great experience!
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Are there age or weight limits, and what fitness level is required?
The minimum age is 8 years, and parental consent is required for passengers under 16. The maximum weight for a passenger is 100kg. No specific fitness level is mentioned, but you will need to run a few steps for the take-off.
Can I bring my phone or camera, or take pictures/videos during the activity?
The provider offers a photo and video service, which may be available for an extra charge payable on site. For safety reasons, it is usually not possible to bring your own phone or camera on the flight.
What should I wear, and can friends or family watch?
It is recommended to wear warm clothes and solid footwear. Gloves and jackets can be provided on request. The sources do not mention if it is possible for spectators to watch.
Where do we meet and how long does the whole activity last?
The meeting point is at the provider's office in Queenstown. Please arrive 20 minutes before the start time on your booking confirmation. The total duration is 1.5 hours, including transfers to the take-off and from the landing site.
How long is the flight and what will I see?
The flight itself lasts between 10 and 20 minutes. The route goes from the ski field on Coronet Peak to a landing spot near Arrowtown, offering spectacular views of Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding mountains.
Can I fly the hang glider myself?
Yes, if you're confident enough, the experienced pilot will let you take control of the hang glider during the flight.
What is included in the price?
The price includes the complete flight equipment such as the hang glider, harnesses and helmet, a licensed pilot, and transfer to the starting point and back to the base in Queenstown.
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