Yes, the authentic Gubi Pacha Lounge Chair swivels as standard. Not only this but the Gubi Pacha swivel base itself is available with a returning swivel or without. The Pacha swivel base is mounted on small plastic glides to prevent it from scratching your floor. There is a small difference in price and weight. The returning swivel Pacha Chair weighs 27.5kg (60.62lbs), whereas the non-returning swivel Pacha is 26kg (57.32lbs).