Davos: Tandem Paragliding Flight

A quiet morning turns into bird-brained joy fast. This tandem paragliding flight in Davos pairs a simple, guided setup with experienced pilots and a launch from one of the region’s top flying sites.

I especially like the step-by-step flow, from meeting your pilot at the Jakobshornbahn valley station to riding the cable car up and getting time for questions. You’ll also get incredible pictures from your flight, which means you can actually relive it later, not just remember the blur of adrenaline.

One consideration: you do need a normal level of fitness and you should dress for cool mountaintop weather, because you are outdoors before you ever get to the air.

Key points to know before you go

• Meet at Jakobshornbahn (Davos Platz): clear start point, with your pilot from the first moment.
• Cable car time for Q and A: you ride up in two sections and can ask questions before launch.
• Wind-led launch choices: your pilot checks conditions and selects the best spot, often below the summit, from Jatzhütte, or Brämabüel.
• Tandem control that still feels free: you can steer or just glide, with easy conversation throughout.
• Photo payoff: you come away with flight pictures you can’t easily take yourself.

Where You Start: Jakobshornbahn in Davos Platz

Your day starts in Davos Platz, at the valley station of the Jakobshornbahn. When you arrive, you meet your pilot and the team that will guide you through the whole experience, before you even think about straps and stairs.

This is one of those small details that matters more than it sounds. Meeting up at the base keeps things calm and practical. You get to talk in person early, not scramble at the last second while everyone tries to coordinate gear.

You’ll likely hear German or English during the briefing. If you want to ask a question about nerves, wind, or what steering actually means, this is the best time to do it.

Cable Car Up to Jakobshorn Summit, With Time to Learn

Next comes the climb by cable car, in two sections, up to the Jakobshorn summit. That ride is built into the experience on purpose. You are not rushing straight into launch, you are getting grounded in what’s happening and why.

During the cable car ride, you’ll have enough time to discuss questions with your pilot. You’ll also get insight into the world of paragliding, from basic ideas to the practical stuff you need to know right before you fly.

Two practical benefits come from this format. First, it helps first-timers feel less like they are being thrown into the sky. Second, it gives you a chance to tune into how your pilot thinks, which makes the later launch feel like a coordinated plan, not a gamble.

How Your Pilot Chooses the Launch Site: Wind Checks at the Summit

Once you reach the top, your pilot checks the wind situation before selecting the launch site. That matters because paragliding is weather-led, not schedule-led. Your pilot chooses a spot that fits the day’s conditions, so you are not just following a fixed route no matter what.

Normally, flights start from one of a few common points: directly below the summit, from Jatzhütte, or from Brämabüel. You won’t need to memorize the names, but it helps to know there are options and your pilot will pick what fits the wind.

Here’s what I’d pay attention to if you’re nervous. Your pilot is actively making decisions on-site, not guessing. That process, plus the fact that the team includes Davos pilots with 30 years of experience, is part of why this experience earns such strong praise for confidence and calm.

Gear, Harness Check, and the Short Run Into the Air

Before launch, your pilot prepares the material for your flight and connects you with the apparatus. This is a hands-on moment where everything should feel secure and explained. If anything feels unclear, ask right then, while you are still on the ground.

Then comes the moment you start running together with your pilot. It’s not a long sprint movie scene. It’s a quick, coordinated push, and then suddenly you are up and moving under canopy.

Once you’re in the air, the setup stays communicative. Throughout the flight, you can talk easily with your pilot and tell them your wishes. That flexibility is important. Some people want calm chatter and reassurance, others want quiet focus and scenery.

You can steer yourself, or you can simply glide and enjoy the view from above. Either way, your pilot handles the heavy lifting, you get the experience in the driver seat sense.

Air Time That Feels Free, Plus Steering Options

The big promise here is that you’ll feel like you are flying, not just riding along. During your air time, it really does come across as a sense of freedom, with a smooth, drifting feel that’s different from most thrill activities.

Steering is the part many first-timers are curious about. You can steer yourself if you want that hands-on moment. If not, you can let the flight flow and focus on what you are seeing and feeling.

I like this choice because it makes the experience match your mood. On a day when you want to be brave, you can try controlling. On a day when you want to enjoy the ride and keep your brain quiet, gliding is totally valid.

Also, the whole flight is designed for conversation. That’s a practical comfort for nervous flyers. You’re not stuck silently wondering what’s next while the canopy does its thing.

The Flight Photos: Your Best Souvenir After Landing

One of the most praised parts is that you receive incredible pictures of your flight. This is not a vague souvenir promise. The photo payoff is part of the value, because paragliding memories are hard to capture on your own once you are airborne.

What you get matters because the experience is fast to feel and slow to digest. After you land, those photos do the work of turning the moment into something you can share and actually remember clearly.

If you’re the type who usually forgets to take pictures on trips, this is a strong reason to book. You can focus on the flight, not on juggling a camera while trying not to drop it.

Landing Back in Davos, Ending Where You Started

Your landing site is later located in Davos, so your thrill doesn’t vanish into the mountains with no wrap-up. Landing back in the area keeps the overall experience feeling complete, and it helps you transition from flight mode to normal human mode.

After landing, you’ll naturally settle and finish the experience with your pilot and team. It’s the moment where everything that felt so physical in the air becomes calm again, and you can finally take a full breath.

This is also where the included details start to feel practical. The experience includes free luggage storage, which can help if you are traveling with bags and don’t want to haul everything around before or after flying.

Price and Value: What $245 Buys You (and What Changes in Summer)

At about $245 per person for a roughly 2-hour experience, the key question is value. You are paying for more than airtime. You are paying for experienced instruction, tandem equipment, a full flight plan driven by wind conditions, and the behind-the-scenes effort that makes the day run smoothly.

Here’s how the inclusions support that price:

• Tandem flight with an expert pilot
• Flight equipment
• Free luggage storage
• Appropriate clothes and shoes (if required)

The big budget variable is the cable car ticket. It is not included in the price. In summer, the Davos Klosters guest card can include the cable car ticket, so it can effectively reduce the total cost for you if you have that card.

I’d treat this as a two-part math problem:

1) The flight experience cost is fixed at the quoted rate.

2) Your ground transport cost depends on whether you get cable car coverage through your guest card in summer.

Who Should Book This Tandem Flight, and Who Might Think Twice

This works best if you want a first-time-friendly thrill with real guidance. You do not need special skills. You need willingness, good footwear, and the ability to handle being outdoors at altitude before launch.

You should plan for warm outdoor clothes, good shoes, and sunglasses. Normal fitness is required, which is different from saying you must be an athlete. Still, expect some walking around and time outdoors up on the mountain.

You’ll probably love it if you:

• want a clear, guided structure (meet, cable car, briefing, launch, land)
• care about safety and experienced pilots
• want photos without managing camera gear mid-flight
• enjoy the idea of steering yourself, even briefly

You might think twice if you are struggling with basic mobility or feel uncertain about being outside in cool mountain weather for the pre-flight part.

The Overall Vibe: Organized, Friendly, and Very Easy to Trust

The operation behind this flight is repeatedly described as organized and fun, with pilots who keep things comfortable from start to finish. That shows up in small details, like timing that feels smooth and the fact that you get time for questions rather than a rushed lecture.

Names that have come up include pilots such as Martin and Joko, and they are praised for kindness and for making the whole sequence feel natural. When you hear that kind of feedback paired with 30 years of paragliding experience, it adds up to one thing: you are not just buying a ticket, you’re buying how the experience is managed.

The result is a flight that feels thrilling, but not chaotic. You get real confidence before you ever leave the ground.

Should You Book Tandem Paragliding in Davos?

Book this if you want a high-quality introduction to paragliding with an experienced team, a wind-led launch plan, and photo souvenirs that actually deliver. The process is designed to help you feel prepared, even if you are nervous.

I’d particularly recommend it for couples, solo travelers who want a guided thrill, and anyone who hates activities where you spend most of the time figuring things out. Here, the structure does that work for you.

One last check before you say yes: make sure you’re comfortable with normal fitness, warm layers, and spending time outdoors at the mountain top. If that’s fine, this is one of those experiences where the value lands in the real-world stuff, calm guidance, clear steps, and the feeling of flying.

FAQ

Where do I meet my pilot for tandem paragliding in Davos?

You meet your pilot at the valley station of the Jakobshornbahn in Davos Platz.

How long does the tandem paragliding experience take?

The duration is about 2 hours, depending on starting times.

Is the cable car ticket included in the price?

The cable car ticket is not included. In summer, it can be included with the Davos Klosters guest card.

What is included in the experience?

You get the tandem flight, flight equipment, free luggage storage, and appropriate clothes and shoes (if required).

What should I wear or bring?

Bring warm outdoor clothes, good shoes, and sunglasses. If you have one, bring your Davos Klosters guest card.

Do I need a certain fitness level?

A normal level of fitness is required.

What languages are available for the instruction?

The instructor and pilot team can communicate in German and English.