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Adventure on the Côte d'Azur: paragliding and canyoning

Paragliding with views of the Mediterranean. Canyoning in the Gorges du Loup.

Take to the skies over the Côte d'Azur or dive into the most beautiful canyons in the Alpes-Maritimes. Just 45 minutes from Nice, Cannes and Grasse, Ailéments is 19 years of adventure, with state-qualified instructors who live here, and a single obsession: to give you a memorable experience.

A family structure, a tailor-made approach, no tourist factories. Here, you're not a number. Over 1000 5-star reviews

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OUR FLAGSHIP ACTIVITIES

Paragliding and canyoning on the Côte d'Azur, in the heart of the Alpes-Maritimes

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TANDEM PARAGLIDING

From €100

Soar over the wild peaks of the Côte d'Azur on an unforgettable tandem flight.
Panoramic views from Monaco to Saint Tropez, via Cannes and l'Estérel, a feeling of freedom guaranteed.

✓ Child baptism (10-15 min) - €100
✓ Ascendant flight (30 min) - €140
✓ Prestige flight (45 min- 60 min) - €250

  • Video option: €30 (SD supplied) 
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CANYONING

From €55

Descend the most beautiful canyons in the Alpes-Maritimes :
jumps, natural slides, abseiling in crystal-clear water.

The Vallée du Loup: a magnificent playground

✓ Half-day discovery tour (2h30) - €55
✓ Day descent (4h) - €75

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PARAGLIDING COURSES

From €650 (5 days)

Learn to fly independently with our FFVL instructors.
Complete training from take-off to landing.

✓ 5 days training
✓ Equipment supplied
✓ FFVL certification

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COMBO DAY PACKAGE

195€

Paragliding in the morning, canyoning in the afternoon: the ultimate experience in a single day. A unique formula on the Côte d'Azur with Pierrot.

✓ Tandem paragliding flight included
✓ Gorges du Loup canyoning trip included
✓ A full day of sensations

Optional
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Christening
from €100

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ABOUT US

Creating unforgettable adventures since 2006

Founded in 2006, Ailéments was born of the passion of state-qualified instructors for hang-gliding and white-water sports. Our mission: to provide you with unique sensations in the most beautiful sites in the Alpes-Maritimes.

PARAGLIDING & CANYONING

Our unique destinations on the Côte d'Azur

  • All
  • Alpes-Maritimes (06)
  • Canyoning
  • Var (83)
WHO IS IT FOR?

Go on a solo or group adventure

Whether you're a family, a group (EVJF-EVG), a couple or a group of friends, come and experience the Ailéments adventure!

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Our rates for paragliding

Child flight

A gentle introduction for the very young. Morning flights from 8am to 10am, sensations adapted to children. Discover gliding and local wildlife on the Cheiron.

100€

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Ascending flight

Our BEST SELLER.
Piloting, acrobatics on request, breathtaking views of Nice, Cannes and the Côte d'Azur. Each flight is personalised to suit your wishes.

140 €

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Prestige flight

Long flight over the Cheiron peaks with a visit to Coursegoules. For adventure lovers, beginners and experienced alike.

250€

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Educational flight

For pilots in training. Analysis, in-flight correction and thermal lessons. Ideal for rapid progress.

250€

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Ski flying

In the resort of Gréolieres les Neiges, fly over the ski area and rest on the snow front.

100€

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Walking and flying

Ideal if you like walking, these flights take place in autumn from the end of October. A feeling of freedom and a sporting effort are guaranteed!

200€

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Our rates for canyoning

Half-day canyoning

Discover the most beautiful canyons in the Alpes-Maritimes. Jumps of up to 10m (optional), slides, swimming and abseiling. Ideal for families.

55€

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Full-day canyoning

A complete adventure for sports enthusiasts. 4 hours of walking, swimming, jumping and abseiling. Accompanied by Tom or Pierrot, an unforgettable experience guaranteed.

80€

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Combo day

Come and discover an original package in the Alpes-Maritimes. The Ailéments team offers you a combo package: paragliding and canyoning in the same day.

195€

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OUR TESTIMONIALS

Real experiences, real memories, real adventures

More than 500 5-star reviews

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about paragliding

What types of first flights or paragliding flights does Ailéments offer?
  • Child flight (€100): 10-15 min, from age 4, mornings in calm conditions
  • Ascending flight (€140): 20-30 min, our best-seller with thermal flight
  • Prestige flight (€250): 45 min to 1 hour, acrobatics and video included
  • Educational flight (€250): for improving drivers
  • Paragliding on skis (€200): take-off on skis in winter
  • Walking and Flying (€200): hike to take-off

ppelez us at 06 87 68 71 90 for personalised contact.

We like to hear what you have to say and tailor our offer to your expectations!

Payment on site after the flight (instant transfer or cash). From gift vouchers are available online, valid for 12 months and can be customised.

  • Age From 4 years old with parental authorisation
  • Weight no minimum and 90 kg
  • Monitors all state-qualified, with 19 years' experience
  • Hardware : approved two-seater sails, serviced every season
  • Insurance including third-party liability
  • Weather : check-in the day before at 8 p.m., free postponement if conditions are unfavourable

Between the Mediterranean Sea and the peaks of the Mercantour, you'll fly over one of the most beautiful panoramas in Europe: from Monaco to Cannes, sometimes as far as Corsica on a clear day.

Depending on your package, you can choose a flight contemplative (softness, landscapes) or with sensations (spirals, candles, getting to grips with the controls).

The adrenalin of take-off, the silence in flight, the absolute freedom... an experience that will stay with you for the rest of your life.

Le paragliding is a free flight that uses natural updrafts. Light (12-15 kg) and silent, it requires a take-off from a mountain like Gréolières or the Col de Vence. It's the authentic experience of paragliding in Nice and the Alpes-Maritimes.

Le paramotor adds a back motor (25-30 kg), enabling it to take off from flat ground, without depending on aerological conditions. Noisier and autonomous.

For a first paragliding experience on the Côte d'Azur, If you're in the mood for a bit of fun, then hang-gliding is the ideal choice: pure sensations between the Pre-Alps and the Mediterranean.

The duration of your flight depends on the package you choose. Children's flights last between 10 and 15 minutes, Perfect for a first discovery.

Ascending flight, our best-seller, offers you 20 to 30 minutes in the air thanks to the thermals that your pilot exploits to prolong the pleasure.

The prestige flight lasts between 45 minutes and 1 hour The route takes you along the ridges to the village of Coursegoules, with breathtaking views.

Note that the weather conditions and the quality of the lift can vary these times, so on a good day we don't look at our watch!

Tandem paragliding is a supervised and safe activity when practised with professionals.

At Ailéments, our instructors are all state-qualified and have over 20 years' experience. We only fly when the weather conditions are optimal and use approved equipment that is serviced every season.

Your safety is our top priority.

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The Mediterranean climate of the Côte d'Azur offers exceptional flying conditions all year round.

In winter, we even offer the ski paragliding from the pistes at Gréolières-les-Neiges. Each season has its own charm: strong thermals in summer, clear air in autumn, snow in winter.

Yes, we are proposing the’video option at €30 (SD card supplied) to capture your flight.

Your instructor films the highlights: take-off, panoramic view of the Mediterranean, landing.

For the prestige flight at €250, HD video is included. You can also take your GoPro with you, attached to a pole.