What to do and see in Queenstown, South Island: The Best Parasailing & Paragliding

December 23, 2021 Leida Jutras

Staggering beauty and heart-pumping thrills await in the resort town of Queenstown, which is also known for its Hobbits—much of the Lord of the Rings trilogy was filmed in the area. Outdoor enthusiasts flock to Queenstown for the kayaking, bungee jumping, jetboating, white-water rafting, hiking and skiing. More mild-mannered adventurers can take a quiet cruise through nearby Milford Sound, part of the Fjordland National Park World Heritage area, or sample South Island pinot noir from one of the region's 75 wineries.
Restaurants in Queenstown

1. Queenstown Paraflights

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87%
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5.0 based on 313 reviews

Queenstown Paraflights

An Awesome Parasailing experience. Fly up to 600ft with smooth takeoffs and landings while staying dry. The only company permitted in the South Island to be able to do so. You can fly as a solo or fly with a mate Tandem. If you dare grab you can even grab two mates and fly as a triple. Flights can be catered for your level of comfort. You can choose from a gentle scenic flight or if the mood is right we can give you simulated freefalls and even a water touch/Dip. You make all the decisions. You will find us located at the Main Town Pier - Queenstown. We look forward to entertaining you!

2. GForce Paragliding

Excellent
90%
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5.0 based on 890 reviews

GForce Paragliding

Take an exhilarating Tandem Paragliding flight from the top of the Skyline Gondola, Queenstown. A relaxed sightseeing paraglide or an adrenalised adventure paraglide over Queenstown - it's your choice. Why GForce? GFORCE Paragliding are the only company permitted to fly over Queenstown with stunning views of Lake Wakatipu and the mountains. We are Queenstown's most experienced tandem paragliding company, established 1991.

3. Coronet Peak Tandem Paragliding and Hang Gliding

Excellent
87%
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10%
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5.0 based on 717 reviews

Coronet Peak Tandem Paragliding and Hang Gliding

Fly with the most experienced dual paragliding and hang gliding Company in New Zealand. Owner/operator Angus Tapper is 4 times NZ Paragliding Champion, runner up in the 2011 NZ Hang Gliding Nationals and has 30 years of aviation experience. Fly from Coronet Peak, the highest of the flying sites in Queenstown. Paragliding or hang gliding? You choose - we offer both! Get the Coronet Peak Tandem Paragliding and Hang Gliding smile :-)

4. Extreme Air Paragliding & Hang Gliding Flight School

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97%
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3%
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5.0 based on 69 reviews

Extreme Air Paragliding & Hang Gliding Flight School

Learn to Fly in Queenstown with Extreme Air Hang gliding & Paragliding school. We offer a full range of courses from Day course to 12 day Pilot certificate courses, refresher courses. ​We run flying tours to New Zealand and Australia. We are the only School in New Zealand that teachers both hang gliding and Paragliding. Extreme Air is the longest operating school in Queenstown with the most experienced instructors.

5. Queenstown Hang Gliding

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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Queenstown Hang Gliding

We use the latest tandem hang gliding aero-tow techniques to provide the safest, most enjoyable experience possible. Tandem hang gliders are built for two and operated by an experienced pilot. The tandem hang glider is towed into the air by a specially designed tow-plane called a ‘tug’. Unlike hill launching, aero-towing allows us to take you as high as you want and release you anywhere.

6. SkyTrek

Excellent
85%
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4.5 based on 605 reviews

SkyTrek

Fly with Skytrek, Tandem Hang Gliding & Paragliding in Queenstown, New Zealand. Flying since 1992, we have flown over 60,000 customers. Fly from the highest commercial takeoff in New Zealand with professional experienced pilots. A gentle flight or a thrilling ride - your choice! No experience needed.

7. Real New Zealand Tours

Real New Zealand Tours

We offer Self-drive (rental car) and Private driver (fully guided) New Zealand customised all inclusive itineraries and trips. With over 30 years' of Tourism Industry experience our dedicated team of hardworking and passionate local Christchurch based Kiwi staff offer you peace of mind as we plan together your trip of a lifetime. New Zealand "the world in one" you will not be disappointed.

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