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Ever wondered what it feels like to paraglide? Sometimes searched as parachute gliding or para gliding, paragliding lets you ride the thermals with nothing but a paraglider wing and the wind beneath you. No engine, no noise, just you, your pilot and the view.
Paragliding
There's a moment mid-flight when the ground stops looking real. That's paragliding. Strapped in tandem with a qualified pilot, you'll launch from a high vantage point and ride the thermal wind patterns as they lift and carry you across the sky. No pedalling, no flapping, just the quiet thrill of flight.
The RedBalloon Paragliding Tandem Flight - 30 Minutes takes you soaring over Victoria's alpine high country, launching above the town of Bright with a six-time Australian paragliding champion by your side. Your flight is filmed too, so the feeling doesn't just live in your memory.
It's a proper surprise gift. Hand someone a paragliding voucher and watch their face when they realise they're not just getting a nice card, they're getting a day they'll be telling stories about for years. Birthdays, anniversaries, Christmas or just because, tandem paragliding fits any occasion where you want to give something that actually happens.
Flying Experiences
Once paragliding's ticked off, there's more sky to explore. If you're Melbourne-based, an Introductory Glider Flight Over Melbourne gives you a similar rush above the city and the bay. Or head further afield with hot air ballooning, gliding, indoor skydiving, skydiving, tiger moth rides and aerobatic flights.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does paragliding work?
A paraglider is a lightweight fabric wing that inflates with air as your pilot runs down a slope or launches from a high point. Once it's airborne, you're carried by the same thermal currents birds use to soar, with your pilot steering using brake lines. No engine involved, just wind, wing and gravity working together.
How much does paragliding cost?
Cost depends on the location, flight duration and operator. Check the individual experience page for full pricing and what's included before you buy.
Is paragliding safe for beginners?
Tandem paragliding is designed for total beginners. You're harnessed to a qualified, experienced pilot who handles the technical side from launch to landing, so no prior experience is required beyond being able to walk and follow instructions during take off.
How long does a typical paragliding flight last?
Most tandem flights run around 15 to 30 minutes in the air, though total time on site, including briefing, gearing up and the drive to launch, usually adds another hour or two.
What are the best weather conditions for paragliding?
Paragliding relies on calm to moderate wind and clear visibility. Pilots check conditions on the day and will reschedule if it's too windy, wet or overcast, since safety always comes before the flight goes ahead.
What's the difference between paragliding and hang gliding?
A paraglider is a soft fabric wing you sit beneath in a harness, while a hang glider has a rigid frame you lie flat in and steer by shifting your body weight. Paragliders pack down small and launch on foot, hang gliders need more open space and a bit more speed to get airborne.
Where are the best places to paraglide?
Searching for paragliding near me? Australia has no shortage of good launch sites, from Bright in Victoria's alpine high country to the Illawarra escarpment near Sydney, Canungra on the Gold Coast, and spots along the Great Barrier Reef coastline.