AIX-LES-BAINS AIR ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Paragliding Over Savoie: A 20-Minute Shot of Altitude and Adrenaline at Aix‑les‑Bains
A short discovery flight that climbs on thermal lift, crosses the Savoie landscape and—if conditions allow—delivers aerobatic maneuvers and hands‑on piloting for one unforgettable sortie.
Paragliding Over Savoie: A 20-Minute Shot of Altitude and Adrenaline at Aix‑les‑Bains.
Vol Sensation is a high‑energy discovery paragliding flight above the Savoie near Aix‑les‑Bains: you’ll gain altitude on thermals, glide over the region’s landscapes with an instructor at your side, and—depending on your appetite for thrills and available altitude—add aerial acrobatics or take the controls yourself for a taste of piloting.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Aerial Acrobatics on Request
If altitude and your tolerance for intensity permit, the flight can include committed maneuvers—sharp turns, 360°s, wing‑overs and other acrobatics—added at the end of the sortie to amplify the adrenaline.
Savoie Vistas from the Air
The route climbs on thermal lift and traverses the striking landscapes of the Savoie region, delivering broad aerial perspectives over the local terrain for the duration of the flight.
Take the Controls
Participants are offered the chance to pilot: you can make your first turns and attempt elementary maneuvers while the instructor remains nearby to guide and ensure safety.
What the day feels like
What the Flight Feels Like
The Vol Sensation flows like a condensed alpine lesson in flight: a launch followed by a climb on thermals into stable lift, a 15–20 minute period of sustained gliding over the Savoie panorama, then—when altitude allows—either added aerobatic figures or hand‑over‑the‑controls guidance as you try basic piloting while the instructor stays within reach.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this flight suits—and who should opt out.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The flight itself is brief—approximately 15–20 minutes of airborne time.
The meeting location is Lac du Bourget; the exact pickup/meeting details are determined and sent by message the day before the flight.
There is a maximum participant weight limit of 110 kg; other safety and operational details (including any required equipment) will be provided by the operator.
When altitude and conditions allow, the flight can include aerobatic maneuvers or allow the passenger to pilot under instructor supervision.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the flight?
The airborne portion lasts about 15–20 minutes.
Where do we meet?
Meeting happens at Lac du Bourget; the operator determines and sends the exact meeting location by message the day before the flight.
Can I try aerobatic maneuvers?
Yes—if altitude allows and you consent, the instructor can include figures such as 360° turns and wing‑overs; the choice depends on available altitude and your tolerance for sensations.
Am I allowed to pilot the paraglider?
Passengers are offered the chance to pilot—making first turns and elementary maneuvers—with the instructor remaining nearby to guide and ensure safety.
Is there a weight limit?
Yes. The operator enforces a maximum weight of 110 kg for participants.
Will the instructor stay with me during the flight?
An experienced instructor accompanies and supervises the flight at all times, including when you try piloting or when aerobatics are performed.