Tandem paragliding on Monte Generoso in Ticino - Voletto.ch

Seeing the Mendrisiotto area from above completely changes your perspective. In just a few steps, you leave the meadow beneath your feet and find yourself suspended above lakes, mountains, and valleys, accompanied by an expert pilot.

With Voletto.ch, you can experience a tandem paragliding flight in the Mendrisiotto area even if you've never flown before, choosing between two take-off areas with different characteristics.

Where to fly

• Monte Generoso (1,704 m): the Mendrisiotto classic. The summit is reached by the historic rack railway from Capolago, and once you reach the top, the panorama opens up 360 degrees of Lake Lugano, the Alps, and the Po Valley. The take-off is from a large meadow and gives you a feeling of freedom that's hard to describe from the very first moments.
• Monte Caviano (approximately 1,000 m): an alternative to Monte Generoso with a lower altitude and less elevation gain. From here, too, the Mendrisiotto region opens up beneath the paraglider, offering a wide and evocative panorama, offering a different yet equally captivating flight experience.

How it works
No previous experience is required. Before takeoff, the pilot simply explains what to do; then, just a few running steps together and the flight begins. Tandem paragliding is also suitable for first-time pilots, provided they are in good health and have sufficient mobility to take a few steps during takeoff.

The approximate permitted weight is between 30 and 110 kg. Minors require parental or legal guardian authorization. Flight duration varies depending on the chosen area and the day's conditions.

Safety first
Each flight takes place only when wind and weather conditions are suitable. If conditions do not permit safe flying, the activity is postponed. Flights are conducted by pilots holding the Swiss SHV-FSVL tandem flight qualification.

Price and what's included
Prices start at CHF 249.– per person, excluding any transportation costs to the take-off point. Flight photos are included, so you can relive and share the best moments of the experience even after landing.

An experience to share together
A tandem paragliding flight can be a special gift for a birthday, an anniversary, or simply to surprise someone with something different.

Depending on the pilots' availability and weather conditions, simultaneous flights for two people can also be arranged, allowing you to share the sky with your partner, friend, or family member.

Flights are organized throughout the year depending on the take-off area and weather conditions.