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Our rates

Our paragliding and canyoning rates

Looking for paragliding prices for a first flight in the Alpes-Maritimes? At Ailéments, it's more than just a flight, it's an adventure. Climb in a 4×4 through the wild tracks of the Cheiron, take off at an altitude of 1,800 m and enjoy a tandem flight with a view of the Mediterranean and the peaks of the Mercantour from our site at Gréolières, just 45 minutes from Nice.

Our small, family-run structure makes all the difference: there are no tourist factories here, every flight is personalised and supervised by state-qualified instructors who are passionate about teaching. The result? 5/5 out of more than 1070 Google reviews, And customers who come back with their eyes shut. 19 years of experience in the Alpes-Maritimes - you can't make that up!.

Our paragliding rates start at €100 for the children and up to €250 for our prestige package with video included.

  • Quality experience
  • State-certified instructors
  • Simultaneous flights - 2 monitors
  • Paragliding & canyoning combo with Pierrot
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OUR RATES

Our rates for paragliding

Child flight

Child Flight: a gentle introduction for the youngest. Morning flights from 8 am to 10 am, with sensations adapted for children.

100€

What you need to know

  • Duration: 10 to 15 minutes
  • From age 6
  • Video option (SD supplied): 30 euros

Ascending flight ⭐

Ascendant Flight, our BEST SELLER.
Piloting, acrobatics on request, breathtaking views over Nice, Cannes and the Côte d'Azur. Each flight is personalised to your wishes.

140 €

What you need to know

  • Duration: 20 to 30 minutes
  • Acrobatics and piloting possible
  • Video option (SD supplied): 30 euros

Combined paragliding and canyoning day ⭐⭐

Paragliding + Canyoning Combo: come and discover a unique package in the Alpes-Maritimes – the Ailéments team offers paragliding and canyoning in the same day.

190€

What you need to know

  • Duration: one day
  • 6 people minimum
  • Video option (SD supplied): included

Prestige flight ⭐⭐⭐

Vol Prestige: A long flight over the Cheiron ridges, including a visit to Coursegoules. For adventure lovers, beginners or experienced pilots.

250€

What you need to know

  • Duration: 45 min to 1 h
  • Crêtes Cheiron
  • Video option (SD supplied): included

Educational flight

Educational Flight: for pilots in training. In-flight analysis, correction and thermal sessions. Ideal for rapid progress.

250€

What you need to know

  • Duration: 45 min - 1 hour
  • Thermal course
  • Video option (SD supplied): included

Walking and flying

Walking and Flying A hike to the Cheiron ridges then a flight facing the panorama. A unique blend of effort, contemplation and thrills. For lovers of nature and adventure.

200€

What you need to know

  • Duration: 30 min flight 40 min walk
  • a ride on Cheiron on land and in the air
  • Video option (SD supplied): included

Shuttle service for pilots

Shared shuttle service for self-piloting pilots to the two take-off points
Gréolières's historic peaks: Les Crêtes (1,400 m) and the 300.

Organised by the Moniteur Ailéments Union. Annual membership fee: €10
(profitable from the 5th journey to the Crêtes), payable online via the button
below. Shuttle services are paid for on site
to the driver's monitor (cash with receipt, or mobile payment).

Valid FFVL licence required. To join the dedicated WhatsApp group
Shuttle pilots (real-time departure information, exchanges between
drivers), contact us via the WhatsApp button at the bottom right of the website —
the invitation link will be sent to you in return.

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Our rates for canyoning

Half-day canyoning ⭐

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

55€

What you need to know

  • Duration: 2 hours
  • From age 8
  • Video Option: 30 euros

Full-day canyoning

Sport Canyoning: A complete adventure for the sporting type. 4 hours of walking, swimming, jumps and abseiling. Accompanied by Pierrot, an unforgettable time guaranteed.

80€

What you need to know

  • Duration: 4H
  • Complete canyon
  • Video Option: included

Combo day ⭐⭐

Paragliding + Canyoning Combo: come and discover a brand-new package in the Alpes-Maritimes – the Ailéments team invites you to paragliding and canyoning in the same day.

190€

What you need to know

  • Duration: one day
  • 6 people minimum
  • Video Option: included
  • Insurance included
  • Free weather cancellation
  • Equipment supplied
  • Appointment confirmed the day before by text message
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WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE PRICE

What's included in the price of your first paragliding experience

Our tandem flight prices include everything you need for your experience:
  • Complete professional equipment latest-generation tandem glider, comfortable harness, approved helmet
  • State-certified instructor : experienced pilots trained to the standards of the Fédération Française de Vol Libre (French Free Flight Federation)
  • Personalised safety briefing explanation of the procedure, take-off and landing instructions
  • 4×4 transport up to take-off site at Gréolières from the meeting point
  • Civil liability insurance you are covered for the duration of the flight
  • Weather report the day before SMS confirmation with meeting time and place
Only the video option (€30) is extra, except for the prestige flight where it is offered. Don't forget to offer a gift voucher valid for 1 year.
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Crètes du Cheiron

OUR FLIGHT SITE

Gréolières, in the heart of the Préalpes d'Azur

Located on the Cheiron mountain in 1800 metres above sea level, Gréolières is our main playground for paragliding first flights in the Alpes-Maritimes. This site, recognised by the Fédération Française de Vol Libre, offers exceptional flying conditions all year round thanks to the Mediterranean climate.Why Gréolières is ideal for your first flight :
  • Exceptional panoramic views from Monaco to Cannes, sometimes as far as Corsica
  • Three take-offs: Jerusalem (our favourite), 300m and 700m ascent
  • South-facing: optimum thermal conditions from March to November
  • Accessibility: 45 min from Nice, 35 min from Grasse, 45 min from Cannes
  • Optimum conditions all year round except January and mid-February
We know every inch of these mountains. Our team lives in Gréolières and has been flying here for nearly 20 years.
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Real experiences, real memories, real adventures

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does a first paragliding flight in Nice cost?

Our prices for a first paragliding experience in Nice start at 100€ for a child flight of 10-15 minutes. The ascending flight at 140€ is our best-seller with 20-30 minutes of thermal flying. For the full experience, the prestige flight at 250€ offers you 45 minutes to 1 hour of flight time with video included.

The price of a tandem flight at Ailéments varies from €100 to €250, depending on the duration and services provided.

On average, a first paragliding experience costs between €100 and €150 in France.

The video option costs €30, except for the prestige flight where it is included.

Tandem paragliding is an activity that is accessible from 6 years old with the parents' agreement. To ensure the safety and comfort of the youngest children, we organise children's flights exclusively in the morning, between 8am and 10am, when the air is calm and conditions optimal. Our instructors are used to flying with children: they adapt their approach to reassure and amaze the little adventurers. The only technical requirement: a minimum weight of 30 kg is required for the equipment to work properly.

The weight limit for our first paragliding flights is set at 95 kg. This constraint is linked to the load capacity of our tandem equipment (glider and harness).

Under 30 kg, For aerodynamic safety reasons, flight is not feasible either.

If you are close to these limits, please do not hesitate to call us: we will check the feasibility together and find a suitable solution.

We prefer to book by phone as we like to speak directly with you. You can also [...] contact by WhatsApp or email. This allows us to personalise your experience, answer any questions you may have and work together to choose the ideal slot depending on the weather. Payment is made on the spot, after your flight, by instant transfer or in cash - you only pay once you've had the experience! If you'd like to offer a first flight as a gift personalised gift vouchers are available online on our website, valid for 12 months.

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!

The day before your flight, you'll receive an SMS with the GPS rendezvous point and the confirmed time depending on the weather. On the spot, we'll drive together in a 4×4 to the take-off site at Gréolières, at an altitude of 1400 metres. The journey takes around 10 minutes and already offers superb panoramic views.

Your instructor will equip you (helmet, harness) and brief you on the procedure: a few running steps on take-off and you're in the air!

During the flight, you can enjoy the scenery or try out a few sensations as you wish. The landing is gentle in the valley.

Total time on site : approximately 1h30 to 2h depending on the formula.

 

Absolutely! We love flying groups of friends, bachelor and bachelorette parties (EVJF and EVG) and corporate teams. We offer sliding scale prices depending on the number of participants, and can mobilise several instructors to get everyone flying in the same half-day.Video bonus depending on your package :
  • Canyoning free video for the whole group
  • Combo paragliding + canyoning a free canyoning video for the group + a free paragliding video for the groom or groom-to-be
  • Paragliding alone Video option available at extra cost (€30)
Contact us to receive a personalised quote tailored to your group and your desires.
Paragliding flights depend entirely on the weather: it's nature that decides! Every day, we check the weather at 8pm and send you an SMS to confirm or postpone your flight. You can also consult Météoblue to check the forecast. If you have to cancel due to bad weather, don't panic: postponement is entirely free and your voucher remains valid for 12 months. You can also cancel free of charge up to one week before your booking. The good news? The Mediterranean climate of the Alpes-Maritimes offers us favourable conditions for the vast majority of the year, and Gréolières is reputed to be one of the best sites in France.

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Ready to fly over the Côte d'Azur?

Treat yourself to an unforgettable experience between sky and sea. Our qualified instructors are waiting for you in Gréolières.

We prefer direct contact to personalise your experience.

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