Itinerary
Paragliding in Rio de Janeiro take places in Pedra Bonita, a mountain located in São Conrado area, just 30 minutes from Copacabana. No previous experience is required, since the instructor takes control of the flight while you`ll be experiencing one of the greatest adventures of your life.
Flights can take from 10 to 20 minutes, depending on the wind condition. For your safety, we work with experienced pilots and are certified by the Brazilian Paragliding Association.
Tour Program:
Travelers shall meet the pilots at the meeting time and meeting point displayed on the voucher
Then, they will be directed to the club to sign the terms and pay for insurance.
Then, they will be driven to the top of the mountain, for about 15 minutes.
Once there, the pilots will give safety instructions to the passengers .
Once they are good to go, the passengers will line up and wait for their turn to take off.
After take off, flights can take from 10 to 20 minutes in average.
After landing on Pepino beach, the group will wait for our staff to transfer the photos and video files to your smartphone .
Once they are ready, passengers are free to leave.
Stop At:
• Pedra Bonita, Estrada da Cascatinha Tijuca National Park, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20531-590 Brazil
See Availability.
Av. Pref. Mendes de Morais, 1550 - São Conrado, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22610-095, Brazil
2 hours(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
this activity is for people over 18 years of age
not recommended to people who are scared of heights
not allowed to people over 240 pounds
customers must be able to run off the ramp with the pilot for about a few seconds
activity happens in cloudy days as long as clouds are above the flyable zone
we do not cancel the flights based on customers own assumption that the weather or wind represents a risk
in case customers decide not to fly once they are at the ramp, we reserve the right to retain the payment
Clients must contact us before they go to meeting point in order to check the latest wind report.
Flights can be cancelled at the spot due to sudden wind changes
Experience does not include transportation from/ to hotel. Only.from meeting point to the ramp
We do not reemburse clients for transportation costs in case flights are cancelled at ramp or at arrival, due to sudden wind changes.
Clients must wait at least an hour at line up over the.ramp, before they decide.to cancel the flight and still be eligible.for refunds
Price does not include the ramp access and insurance fee of R$ 100,00 which must be paid in cash to the pilot in charge
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : 158kristinz
Incredible experience, 11/10! Loved it! Andreas and the team are amazing at what they do. Amazing views, unique experience to see Rio de Janeiro from the air and float over the mountains and the beach.
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Posted On : 2024-02-12
Posted By : SoniVeng
Great experience! The guide let me pilot at one point and did some good manoeuvres. I was nervous at first but he really calmed me. Highly recommend.
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Posted On : 2024-02-07
Posted By : 477samo
Fantastic experience, I would recommend to anyone! The staff were great fun, extremely helpful & professional, putting my girlfriend at ease as she was a little nervous! The views were incredible from the top all the way to landing .. 10/10 would do again in a heartbeat!
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Posted On : 2024-02-07
Posted By : Katharine_M
Fabulous
Stunning views as you fly
Well organised
Safe
Dealt well with my nerves
Great experience
Would recommend
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Posted On : 2023-11-14
Posted By : ncdmoneu
Phenomenal experience! They took me and my family on very short notice and did a fantastic job! Would definitely recommend, once in a lifetime experience.
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Posted On : 2023-10-14
Posted By : 452chandanak
Amazing experience. The team was very professional. Thorough and clear instructions on how to reach the pick up point and how to do the run for take off. The instructor was super nice . Nic was really sweet and helpful. She gave my mom company while I went to glide
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Posted On : 2023-05-28
Posted By : natalia_s
amazing, safe, lovely, would do it again, great views, lots of adrenaline, verry exiciting and beautiful
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Posted On : 2023-04-09
Posted By : Kenneth W
Amazing experience. Maybe the most fun I have ever had in my life. Highly recommend if you are in Rio
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Posted On : 2023-04-05
Posted By : Karolina C
Just trust Andre is such an amazing instructor , very knowledgeable years of experience really made me feel welcome and at easy, took his his time to show me the surroundings and explained the process .
An amazing experience all around couldn’t asked for a very instructor from the very beginning and to the end .
Thank you so much for the videos and the experience.
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Posted On : 2023-04-04
Posted By : Msal1103
The guides for paragliding in Rio are professional, friendly, and knowledgeable, ensuring a safe and enjoyable ride. The views of Rio's skyline are breathtaking and truly unforgettable, making for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
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Posted On : 2023-04-03
