Most reviewed
Meets at Alpenstrasse 2
Skywings, from Beatenberg
For a first flight: the most reviews here by far, with boots and transport included.
Tandem paragliding in Interlaken
Four operators sell nearly the same flight from Beatenberg to Interlaken, all from €196. Here is what really differs between them.
- From
- €196
- Duration
- 1 to 1 h 30
- In the air
- 10 to 20 min
- Tours compared
- 4
Which tandem flight should you book in Interlaken?
Skywings if you go by the reviews; Paragliding Interlaken GmbH if you weigh up to 100 kg.
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From Beatenberg to Interlaken
4 operators, all from €196.
Up to 100 kg
Meets at Höheweg 125
Paragliding Interlaken GmbH, from Beatenberg
For passengers up to 100 kg: the highest limit of the four flights from Beatenberg, and the only one with Spanish.
Refund for bad weather
Meets at Höheweg 43
AlpinAir, from Beatenberg
For a clear promise on weather: its page says you get a full refund if it cancels for bad weather.
Three heights
Meets on the Höhematte
Swiss Paragliding, three heights from Beatenberg
For a choice of flight: about 500, 800 or 1,100 m between take-off and landing.
For wheelchair users
One operator, from €250.
Wheelchair users
Around Interlaken
Sky4All, for wheelchair users
For wheelchair users and people with reduced mobility: an adapted flight wheelchair, with no need to stand or run.
Compare in detail
Prices and ratings are read from GetYourGuide. Prices are rounded up. Last checked on 4 Nov.
Every tour here is free to cancel up to 24 hours before it starts.
| Tour | Duration | Starts | Min. age | Rating | From | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| From Beatenberg to Interlaken | ||||||
Most reviewedSkywings, from BeatenbergSkywings ParaglidingWeight limit: 90 kg at 9:20, 10:30, 11:45, 13:30 and 14:45 in summer (April to October), and at 9:30, 10:45, 12:00 and 13:30 in winter. 80 kg on the other slots, where you must also be 60 or underThe flight: Beatenberg to the HöhematteGroup size: Up to 14 peopleLanguages: English, GermanKeep in mind: 90 kg at most in the middle of the day and 80 kg on the other slots, where you must also be 60 or under. Photos are extra. What's includedIncluded
Not included
Bring
Not suitable with
| 1 h 30 | Alpenstrasse 2, Interlaken | 5 years | €196 | See dates: Skywings, from Beatenberg | |
Highest limit from BeatenbergParagliding Interlaken GmbH, from BeatenbergParagliding Interlaken GmbHWeight limit: From 25 kg. Up to 100 kg at 8:15, 9:30, 10:40, 11:50, 13:00, 14:15 and 15:30; up to 80 kg at 7:15 in summer (April to October)The flight: Beatenberg to InterlakenGroup size: Up to 14 peopleLanguages: English, French, German, SpanishKeep in mind: 80 kg at most at 7:15 in summer, and 25 kg at least. Photos cost 40 CHF. What's includedIncluded
Not included
| 1 h 30 | Höheweg 125, Interlaken | €196 | See dates: Paragliding Interlaken GmbH, from Beatenberg | ||
AlpinAir, from BeatenbergAlpinAir Paragliding InterlakenWeight limit: 90 kg, or 80 kg on the very first and very last flights of the dayThe flight: Beatenberg to the Höhematte, 12 to 20 minutesLanguages: English, French, GermanKeep in mind: 90 kg at most, 80 kg on the very first and last flights. A child under 45 kg flies early in the morning in spring and summer. Photos cost 40 CHF. What's includedIncluded
Not included
Bring
| 1 h 30 | Höheweg 43, Interlaken | 5 years | €196 | See dates: AlpinAir, from Beatenberg | |
Swiss Paragliding, three heights from BeatenbergSwiss Paragliding & Adventure GmbHWeight limit: 30 to 90 kg on GetYourGuide; 30 to 100 kg according to the tourist officeThe flight: From Beatenberg, with about 500, 800 or 1,100 m between take-off and landingLanguages: German, English, FrenchKeep in mind: Its GetYourGuide page says 30 to 90 kg, the tourist office 30 to 100 kg, so ask first if you are over 90 kg. Film and photos are not included. What's includedIncluded
Not included
Bring
| 1 h | On the Höhematte, Interlaken | €196 | See dates: Swiss Paragliding, three heights from Beatenberg | ||
| For wheelchair users | ||||||
Sky4All, for wheelchair usersSky4AllWeight limit: 91 kgThe flight: About 10 to 20 minutes in the air, in an adapted flight wheelchairKeep in mind: Phone the pilot right after booking to confirm the flight suits you. 91 kg at most. Companions wait at the landing site. What's includedIncluded
Not included
Not suitable with
| 1 h 30 | Depends on the option you choose | €250 | See dates: Sky4All, for wheelchair users | ||
What differs between the four operators?
The weight they accept at each hour, where you meet them, and the languages they speak.
All four offer English and German. AlpinAir, Swiss Paragliding and Paragliding Interlaken GmbH add French, and the last of them Spanish.
| Weight limit | Meet at | |
|---|---|---|
| Skywings | 90 kg, or 80 kg on its earliest and latest slots | Alpenstrasse 2 |
| AlpinAir | 90 kg, or 80 kg on the first and last flights | Höheweg 43 |
| Paragliding Interlaken GmbH | 100 kg, or 80 kg at 7:15 in summer | Höheweg 125 |
| Swiss Paragliding | 90 kg on GetYourGuide, 100 kg according to the tourist office | On the Höhematte |
What is the same on all four?
The take-off area, the landing town, the starting price and the free cancellation.
The flight
A ride of about 20 minutes to Beatenberg, then down to Interlaken. Swiss Paragliding also sells shorter and longer descents, of about 500 and 1,100 m.
The price
All four start from €196 on GetYourGuide.
Cancellation
Free up to 24 hours before, on all four.
Photos
Not included on any of the four. You buy them from the pilot after the flight, for 40 CHF at AlpinAir and Paragliding Interlaken GmbH.
Which paragliding company is the best in Interlaken?
We don't name a best: their ratings are close, so we show what can be measured.
Which operator has the most reviews?
Skywings, with more than twice as many as AlpinAir on GetYourGuide. All four are rated between 4.8 and 4.9 out of 5.
Which operator takes the heaviest passengers?
From Beatenberg, Paragliding Interlaken GmbH: up to 100 kg on its listed daytime slots. From Mürren, Switzerland Paragliding takes up to 115 kg at three set times.
Every weight limitCan you ask for a calm flight, or for tricks?
Yes: you can ask for a gentle flight or a more adventurous one. Skywings and Swiss Paragliding say so on their pages too.
Can you book without GetYourGuide?
Yes: at an operator's stand, online or at the tourist information. We did not compare those prices with GetYourGuide's.
Is the flight from Mürren the same?
No: another valley, another landing, and the way up is not included.
Lauterbrunnen and MürrenWhere to next?
Check your weight against the slots, then book.