THERMAL FLIGHT

The key to understanding why raptors swirl in the sky! Thanks to the sunlight warming up the air in the afternoon, we will use thermals (the ascending air currents) to go up higher during your tandem flight. With your instructor, you will embark on a 20-minute ride over rugged peaks, lush forests, or the big lakes of Savoie and Haute-Savoie. No matter where we fly from, you will have a bird’s eye view over magnificent landscapes.

For anyone who wants to gain altitude during their tandem flight. A minimum weight of 50kg is required, with a maximum weight of 120kg (however, please contact us in advance if you weigh more than 100kg so that we can find the most suitable time slot together based on the weather forecast).

Thermal flights can take place during the spring and summer seasons, in the afternoon when the sunlight allows the formation of upward air currents.

The location of the launch site depends on the weather conditions. Whenever it is possible, we use the Semnoz launch. But sometimes, it is necessary to move to a different location (towards Aix-les-Bains, Chambéry, in the heart of the Bauges, or in the Combe de Savoie; see our flying sites here).

This is why even though we can give you a general estimate of where we will be flying on the day of your flight a few days in advance, the launch site can only be confirmed the night before. Please remain flexible so that you can join us at the right location on the day of your flight.

For your tandem flight, we recommend dressing up as you would for a hike: sturdy footwear, fleece/windbreaker and sunglasses. Depending on the season, it may be a good idea to bring a warmer jacket and some gloves.

We will be in the air for approximately 20 to 25 minutes for this flight. Our instructors will bring you back to the meeting point in our shuttle. You should plan for about 1.5 hours from the beginning to the end of the activity.

Would you like to try steering the paraglider ? Do you want a flight with more thrills? No problem, it's all included!

If you're up for it and flying conditions allow, we will let you take over the controls and make your first turns in the sky. Your instructor may also perform some aerobatics. In any case, the instructor will follow your instructions and adapt your flight according to your desired comfort or adrenaline level.

Share this unique experience with your loved ones! During your tandem, we will take photos and videos in the air. After the flight, you can choose to take these images home by selecting the photos/videos option.

You can refer to our Frequently Asked Questions for more information on our paragliding tandem flights. If you still have questions or are uncertain about which tandem suits you best, please give us a call ! We will be happy to advise you over the phone or through Whatsapp: +33 (0)7 48 90 40 50.