Thermal Flow (Classic Plus) tandem paragliding flight high above Schmittenhöhe and Lake Zell, Austria
Tandem pilot giving pre-flight briefing before paragliding flight and making selfie
An elderly woman paragliding with a female tandem pilot high above Schmittenhöhe, Austria
A male passenger paragliding with a female tandem pilot high above a wide alpine valley in Austria
A man paragliding with a female tandem pilot over the Schmittenhöhe, enjoying a birthday tandem flight
Tandem paragliding Classic Plus (Thermal Flow) over the Alps, Austria
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Thermal Flow - paragliding tandem flight from Schmittenhöhe in Zell am See Kaprun 35-45min. with photos&videos

2 hours

Easy

An epic experience - we chase thermals to climb higher and fly longer! 35-45min. airtime

Duration 35-45min. and more than 1200m of height difference. 

Prepare to unleash your inner adventurer with Thermal Flow - our exhilarating paragliding thermal flight!  Harness the wild, invisible power of rising thermals and soar higher and longer than you ever dreamed possible. 

Guided by a professional tandem paragliding pilot, you'll launch from the legendary Schmittenhöhe at 1965 meters above sea level, carving through the mountain air and riding the currents like a bird. Feel your heart race as you climb above the peaks, conquering over 1200 meters of dizzying height difference before touching down in the picturesque landing field of Piesendorf at 759 meters. This is no ordinary flight - it's a 35-45 minute odyssey where you defy gravity, glide between thermals, and ascend again and again. Your pilot, Domi (Dominika Kasieczko), born in Zakopane, Poland, is an experienced paragliding instructor and former competition pilot who will lead you on this unforgettable quest. Want to share the thrill? Bring your partner, family, or friends and embark on this sky-high adventure together with Domi and her trusted co-pilots. The sky is calling - are you ready to answer?

What's included?
    • paraglidign tandem flight airtime 35-45 min.
    • photos and videos HD quality transferred directly into your phone after the flight
    • transfer from landing field / meeting to the gondola Schmittenhohebahn.
    • proffessional national licensed tandem pilot
    • the most modern and regularly inspected gear
    • careful and detailed briefing and instructions, no experience needed from your side
    • insurance Air&More - flight is insured
    • phone secure attachement - you can make your own photos too!
    • In colder conditions windjacket and gloves for you
    Exclusions
    • Entry or admission fee
    • The cable car ticket is not included in the flight price. You’ll need to purchase it separately (approx. €28) at the base station. 

    Note: Summercard Zell am See - Kaprun gives you a free access to the cable car. 

    Please note
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation nearby
    • Infant seats available
    • You’ll be asked to sign a flight agreement before the flight.
    • If you have any special medical conditions, please inform your pilot in advance.
    • passengers 35-120kg can fly (thermal flight is not really reccomennded for very light passengers under 35kg, we reccomend to fly in the morning or in calm conditions a basic 20min flight - consult us for advice and more information). 
    • Paragliding is not recommended during pregnancy, especially in later stages.
    • All photos and videos taken during your flight are your personal property — we will not publish or share them without your explicit consent, our photos on the website are anonymised or published with consent. 


    What to bring

      Please bring:

      • Sport or hiking shoes (sneakers are fine — no high heels or flip-flops)
      • Sunglasses
      • wind jacket, pulli (we can provide jackets and gloves if needed), long trousers are recommended! 
      • No large bags or backpacks — a small or medium handbag is okay and can be carried in the harness
      • Mobile phone
      • Cash or credit card for the cable car ticket