ASPEN PARAGLIDING FAQ:

Summer: 6:45am, 8:15am, 10:15 a.m.

(the 10:15am flight has a minimum weight requirement of 100LBS)

The experience includes a ride up Aspen Mountain to one of our launch areas.

Summer season is from the end of May to mid October...

Fall: (Weather dependent, after Labor Day to about October 1st) 8:30am

more times added as available depending on weather and conditions. We book 8:30 am flights first and will add flights as needed. Next scheduled flights at 10:30 am if booked before 8:30.

Closing October 1st for the off season.

Winter: Weather dependent — First Booking at 8:45am. more times added as needed

During the winter season we fly off of both Aspen Mountain (Ajax) and Snowmass Mountain. Our pilots will meet you on the mountain. We recommend you schedule your flight time early during your vacation in Aspen or Snowmass in case we need to reschedule due to weather.

A Foot Pass (Aspen) or Ski Pass (Snowmass) is needed for all winter flights.

Winter season is from December to mid April.

Our average paragliding experience lasts approximately 2 hours from start to finish. In-Air flight time depends on wind and weather conditions. All flights are 3000 vertical feet and  take at least 15 minutes from launch to landing. In-Air flight times can sometimes be extended with thermal activity.

Tandem paragliding flights are $400 per person.

VISA, MasterCard, American Express or Discover card numbers are required to hold your reservation.

There is a strict 24-hour cancellation policy.

The summer experience includes a ride up to our launch site on Aspen Mountain in the comfort of our 4x4 company vehicle.

We supply transportation from our meet-up location at the Marolt Property (look for the map below) to our launch site on the mountain.

Winter flights require a ski pass or foot pass to access the mountain.

Your tandem flight includes a ground school course in paragliding that covers all the information the FAA wants you to know about your flight.  You can download your own  your copy by following this link: Aspen PG Flight Manual

The pilot will give you a flight briefing at launch and help you into a comfortable harness and safety helmet.

For our summer flights, we offer a GoPro package by request to help you remember and share this remarkable experience with your friends and families.

With just a few running steps you and your pilot will take off the side of the hill like a bird. As co-pilot and student, you sit in front with the pilot behind you, allowing for the best views and camera angles.

We offer a GoPro photo or video package by request to help you remember and share this remarkable experience with your friends and families. (Summer Only)

Wind protection and proper footwear are the highest priorities to enhance the enjoyment and comfort of your flight.

Our launch sites are almost 11,000 feet above sea level. Participants should be prepared for cooler temperatures.

• Layered clothing with a wind proof outer shell is best.
• Long pants NOT SHORTS.
• Ankle support/hiking boots are highly recommended.
• Sandals, clogs or anything with an open toe are not acceptable.
• Aspen Paragliding supplies all technical gear (safety helmet and harness)

Sun screen, sunglasses, a hat, a bottle of water and a big smile will round out your preparation for an experience you'll be talking about for the rest of your life.

Requested time & date of flight

• OUR Scheduled meet times: 6:45am, 8:15am, 10:15am

Name(s) of client and phone or room number(s).

Number of people in group

Height and weight of each participant

• For the 10:15 am flights, the minimum weight is 100 LBS.
• If your weight is over 220 lbs, you must notify us for approval

Visa/MC, Discover or American Express card # & exp date to hold reservation

There is a strict 24hr cancellation policy.

Most tandem flights are reserved in advance, as there is limited space each day.

All flights are wind and weather dependent. Our professional instructor pilots are constantly evaluating flying conditions for everyone's safety and comfort.

Flights are scheduled 3 flights per day, 7 days per week.

Summer flight times are: 6:45 a.m., 8:15 a.m., 10:15 a.m.

THE FIRST FLIGHT WE BOOK each day is 8:15. Other flight times are added as needed depending on conditions.

Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express card number is required to guarantee all reservations.

A fee of $400 per person is charged for cancellations within 24 hours of a scheduled flight if Aspen Paragliding is unable to fill the space.

For groups of 5 or more, 48 hours are requested.

Should the weather necessitate a schedule change, guests are not charged and rescheduling is attempted for a future date & time.

We recommend scheduling a flight early during your visit, as this allows more flexibility for weather related delays.

Aspen Paragliding will meet students, passengers, clients and spectators at the Northstar property outside of town for 6:45am and 8:00am flights. We meet at the  Marolt property for 10:00am flights. SEE OUR HANDY MAP for locations

Local Aspen Hotel Clients can be picked up at the Hotel if arrange in advance.

For winter flights, when available, we meet on the mountain.

It's important to arrive early

Arriving early at the meet-up location is important and necessary.

We’ll be filling out lots of paperwork, fitting you for a helmet, making sure you’re properly prepared with clothing and footwear for your safest, most comfortable experience.

— And you don't want to miss your ride up the mountain with all your new friends...