Cared for by professional teams and state-certified instructors, let yourself be gently carried along and share the feeling of freedom that comes with free flight. Paragliding is a unique way to discover the Verdon from the air!
➜ Paragliding baptism for children aged 4 and over and accessible for people with reduced mobility.
Baptisms or tandem flights are done in tandem with an instructor who will let you feel all the sensations of paragliding during the flight (20 minutes).
Several paragliding baptisms are available, for thrill-seekers, those who have always dreamed of flying, lovers…
To get off to a gentle start, we recommend the discovery flight , with very calm conditions enabling you to take full advantage of the landscapes in complete serenity.
For a second flight, or for the more adventurous in search of adrenalin, we recommend an ascending flight or sensations flight.
Don’t hesitate to contact the professionals to find out more about soaring and flying with vultures,
but also educational flights for a moment of sharing and understanding flying.
The “long scenic flight” lets you fly longer—and much higher, too!
With your head in the clouds, no less than 500 meters above the takeoff site!
A word of advice for this flight: make sure to dress warmly!
All our schools offer courses to help you learn Icarus’ dream in the best possible conditions. In complete confidence, with qualified and enthusiastic instructors, in places adapted to your needs, with school slopes, shuttles and adapted take-offs, everything is done to enable you to make the most of your time.
There are several courses on offer: beginners’ courses, advanced courses, special courses for young people aged 12 to 17, and handicapped courses. All that’s left to do is sign up.
The Chalvet flying site is listed as one of the ten best in the world.
or Lac de Sainte-Croix! Above Europe’s largest canyon, with griffon vultures for companions, it’s a flight that can only fill you with wonder.
Discover incredible Provencal landscapes, from lavender blue to the black marl of the Asses valleys. A feast for the eyes!
For people with reduced mobility, you can enjoy safe flying with adapted equipment.
The launch sites offer free parking and access for people with reduced mobility.
Direct access to the Saint-André-les-Alpes weather station for the Mont Chalvet site.
For a successful flight :
The cost of a paragliding flight in the Verdon region generally ranges from €50 to €150. This price range depends on the services included, such as flight time, photos, or videos.
The altitude during a paragliding flight in the Verdon can range from 800 to 2,500 meters. This range depends on weather conditions and the chosen launch site.
To get started with paragliding in the Verdon, you can choose between taking a beginner’s course or going on a tandem flight with a qualified instructor.
For a successful flight, wear casual clothing that allows you to run a few steps. Pants, a pair of sneakers, and a fleece jacket or windbreaker are recommended. Depending on the season, be sure to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a pair of gloves.
The Chalvet flying site in the Verdon is ranked among the top ten paragliding sites in the world. Enjoy exceptional flying conditions and a world-renowned location for an unforgettable experience.
Go paragliding over Europe’s largest canyon and enjoy an incredible view of the Verdon Gorges and Lake Sainte-Croix. You’ll even have the chance to fly alongside griffon vultures—a truly breathtaking sight.
Yes, people with limited mobility can enjoy a paragliding flight thanks to specialized equipment and optimal safety conditions. Visit our dedicated page for more information.
The Verdon launch sites offer free parking spaces that are accessible to people with limited mobility. This ensures that your paragliding experience gets off to a stress-free start as soon as you arrive.
To check the weather, you can go directly to the Saint-André-les-Alpes weather station, which provides data specific to the Mont Chalvet area.
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