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Paragliding and hiking
Paragliding : Walk and Fly on the Cheiron
A unique experience of contemplation and intimate contact with nature. Hike to the summit of Le Cheiron, then take to the skies above the cliffs in a two-seater paraglider.
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What is paragliding touring?
Paragliding, also known as hike & fly, is a discipline that combines mountain hiking and paragliding. paragliding flight. The idea is simple: you walk up to the take-off point, then fly back down.
At Ailéments, our walk and fly package takes place on the crêtes du Cheiron (1800m). You leave from the resort of Gréolières-les-Neiges and hike for 45 minutes along the GR4 on the north face. Once at the summit, switch to the south side for the 700m-high take-off.
The flight offers a unique view of the ochre cliffs and the hilltop village of Gréolières. Depending on the conditions, your monitor can exploit the lift to extend the flight or opt for a contemplative descent.
PARAGLIDING & HIKING
WALK AND FLIGHT
200€
The walk and flight (or vol-rando) combines hiking and two-seater paragliding on the Cheiron ridges at an altitude of 1800m. You hike to the take-off point via the GR4, then take to the skies to admire the ochre cliffs and the village of Gréolières.
What's included :
- Guided walk to take-off (45 min)
- Tandem flight with qualified instructor
- Full safety briefing
- Civil liability insurance
Prerequisites :
- Minimum age: 16
- Maximum weight: 90 kg
- Physical condition: regular mountaineering
Looking for a package that's accessible to all? Discover our first paragliding experience for children aged 6 and over, or combine your day with an outing canyoning in the Gorges du Loup.
- Duration: 45 min - 1 hour
- Thermal course
- Video option (SD supplied): included
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OUR FORMULAS
Our paragliding packages at Caussols
Child flight
100€ | 10-15 min | From age 6
The perfect way to introduce youngsters to the magic of paragliding. Flights only in the mornings between 8am and 10am, when the air is calm and conditions perfect.
✓ Calm conditions guaranteed (morning flight)
✓ Monitor trained to welcome children
✓ Discover the local fauna (chamois, roe deer)
✓ Video option available (+€30)
Ascending Flight ⭐ BEST SELLER
140€ | 20-30 min
Our most popular option. Your pilot uses thermals and updrafts to extend the flight and give you an exceptional panorama from Monaco to Cannes.
✓ Thermal or dynamic flight depending on conditions
✓ Possibility of taking orders
✓ Gentle acrobatics on request
✓ Video option available (+€30)
Paragliding + Canyoning combo
195€/pers | Full day | Group 5 min
Two key activities in the Alpes-Maritimes in one unforgettable day. Paragliding in the morning (ascending flight), canyoning in the afternoon in the Canyon du Loup.
The ultimate Côte d'Azur experience with Pierrot!
✓ Ascending paragliding flight (20-30 min)
✓ Canyon du Loup (3h activity)
✓ Photos included in both activities
✓ Attractive group rate
Prestige⭐⭐ flight
250 | 45 min to 1 hour | Video included
The ultimate experience for thrill-seekers. Cross-country flight over the Cheiron peaks to the village of Coursegoules.
Spirals, candles and adrenalin guaranteed.
✓ Long flights on ridges
✓ Acrobatic figures (spirals, candles)
✓ 360° view from Monaco to Cannes
✓ HD video included (SD card supplied)
Paragliding Baptism
From €100
Fly over the Mediterranean on an unforgettable tandem flight. Panoramic views from Monaco to Cannes, and the feeling of total freedom.
✓ Child flight (10-15 min, from age 4
✓ Ascending flight ⭐ Best Seller (20-30 min) - €140
✓ Prestige flight (45-60 min, video included) - €250
Hiking & Flying
200€ | Day | From age 16
A complete adventure: a 45-minute hike along the GR4 to the summit of Cheiron (1770m), followed by a panoramic flight over the Préalpes d'Azur.
✓ 45-minute walk via the GR4
✓ Take-off from Le Cheiron (1770m)
✓ Picnic possible at the summit
✓ Video option available (+€30)
Educational flight
250 | 45 min to 1 hour | Video included
For pilots learning to fly. Perfect your flying skills with an experienced instructor: thermal analysis, gesture correction, personalised debriefing.
✓ For improving drivers
✓ Analysis of your theoretical knowledge
✓ Correction of gesture errors
✓ Thermal analysis course included
Paragliding on skis
100€ | Winter only | From age 10
The perfect marriage of skiing and hang-gliding. Take off on skis from the slopes at Gréolières-les-Neiges, then soar over the snow-capped peaks of the Alpes-Maritimes.
✓ Ski take-off from the slopes
✓ Flying over snow-capped mountains
✓ Minimum level of red piste skiing required
✓ Video option available
- Insurance included
- Free weather cancellation
- Equipment supplied
- Appointment confirmed the day before by text message
WHO IS IT FOR?
Give the gift of an unforgettable moment!
A birthday, an EVJF/EVG, Christmas or just a desire to please? The Marche et Vol paraglider is the perfect gift to surprise your loved ones.
Our gift vouchers are :
- Valid for 12 months (with the possibility of extension)
- Customisable with a message
- Can be used on all our formulas
- Sent by email or on paper
Group and event packages :
- EVJF/EVG: free video for the future bride and groom!
- Families: children's flights in the morning, adults in the afternoon
- Companies: tailor-made team building
THE CONDITIONS
Who can walk and fly?
Age
- Minimum age: 16
Weight
- No minimum for teenagers
- Maximum weight: 90 kg
Equipment to bring
- Lace-up hiking boots
- Folding poles (recommended)
- Small bottle of water
- Flight jacket
Physical condition
- Regular mountaineering experience required
- Able to walk 45 min uphill
- Good general condition
This flight is NOT suitable for
- People with no hiking experience
- Children under the age of 16
- People with reduced mobility
YOUR FLIGHT WITH AILÉMENTS
How is a walk and flight organised?
Don't worry, we'll explain everything! Your experience starts the day before:
The day before the flight: You will receive a confirmation SMS with the GPS location of the meeting point and the exact time depending on the weather.
D-Day:
- Meeting point : Gréolières-les-Neiges resort
- Equipment check: Shoes, water, jacket
- Briefing: Explanation of the route and safety instructions
- Hike: 45 min ascent via the GR4 (north face of Cheiron)
- Arrival at summit: 1800m altitude
- Flight preparation: Paragliding equipment, take-off briefing
- Take-off: South face, 700m ascent
- Flight : Breathtaking view of the ochre cliffs and the village of Gréolières
- Landing: Gentle in the valley
Total duration: Allow around 2h30 to 3h (walk + flight + return).
Weather: Confirmation the day before. Postponed if conditions unfavourable.
AN ALL-INCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE!
What's included in the price of your walk and flight
Le price of €200 includes:
- Hiking guide : qualified instructor during the ascent
- Full flight equipment tandem glider, harness, helmet
- Tandem flight : with state-certified instructor
- Safety briefing before walking and before flying
- Civil liability insurance
- HD video of the flight
Not included:
- Hiking equipment (boots, poles, water)
WHERE TO FLY
Le Cheiron: an exceptional setting for hike-and-fly flights
Le Cheiron (1800m) is the highest point in the Préalpes d'Azur. This summit offers an ideal setting for paragliding hiking :
Why Cheiron for walking and flying :
- GR4: signposted and accessible long-distance hiking trail
- Panorama: views of the Mediterranean Sea and the Alps
- Difference in altitude: 700m flight from south take-off
- Landscapes: ochre cliffs, the hilltop village of Gréolières
- Conditions: various exposures (north for climbing, south for flying)
Our team has known this terrain for 19 years. We adapt the route and the flight to the conditions of the day.
Accessibility: Gréolières-les-Neiges resort, 45 minutes from the airport Nice.
Would you like to offer this adventure as a gift? Discover our paragliding gift vouchers.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Walk & Fly
1. Do you need to be an experienced hiker?
Regular mountaineering experience is required. You should be able to walk 45 minutes uphill on a mountain path (GR4).
This is not a technical hike, but a sustained walk.
2. What equipment should I bring?
Bring: lace-up hiking boots (compulsory), folding poles (recommended), a small bottle of water, and a jacket for the high altitude flight.
Paragliding equipment is provided.
3. What is the total duration of the activity?
Allow around 2h30 to 3h in total: 45 min hike, preparation for the summit, 15 to 30 min flight depending on conditions, and return to the starting point.
4. Can we walk and fly as a family?
The minimum age is 16 years old for this formula. For younger children, we offer the Children's flight (from age 4) or the Ascending flight, with no hiking section.
5. What if the weather isn't good?
We do a weather check the day before.
If the conditions are not favourable (wind, rain, fog), we will postpone your walk and flight free of charge with a voucher valid for 12 months.
Book your WALK & FLIGHT
Ready for a walking and flying adventure?
Combine hiking and hang-gliding in an exceptional setting. Our qualified instructors will accompany you from the start of the hike to the landing.
📞 Do you have a question? Call us on 06 87 68 71 90 We love talking to you to personalise your experience!
Weather cancellation = free postponement with voucher valid for 12 months.