Paragliding in Rio de Janeiro: 8 Flights to Book

1.Rio de Janeiro: Hang Gliding Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 760 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $229Our pick

Run from Rio’s 525-meter Pedra Bonita platform beside an experienced tandem pilot such as Klaus, Konrad, Claudio, or Maurice. After a short briefing, glide above São Conrado, Sugarloaf, Corcovado, Copacabana, Ipanema, and Guanabara Bay. The flight usually lasts about 10 minutes, weather permitting, with optional GoPro and 360-degree videos.

“It was an incredible experience. The drivers that picked us up was great but I wasn’t picked up from my hotel, I had to get an Uber to them so additional money. My instructor was nice and safe but I wish he had reassured me more as I was a bit scared, he didn’t show much emotion. I had to find him as there was no communication, unlike other instructors, they offered their clients water and updated them every time. But over, nice guy! Also we had to wait about 3 hours for the fog to clear and the wind to shift the right way on the day (this is…”

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2.Rio de Janeiro: Hang Gliding Tandem Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 426 reviews · 2h 30m · from $301

Fly tandem with an experienced pilot from Pedra Bonita, 520 meters above Rio, then glide toward São Conrado Beach with Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Guanabara Bay, and the Atlantic below. Beto, Bebe, Renato, and other pilots are known for calm instruction. The flight lasts 7 to 15 minutes, with front-camera video included.

“I enjoyed my pilot he was very nice and made the experience amazing! I do believe the meeting location can be better in letting us know exactly where to go and who and what to look for. Other than that, everything else was amazing.”

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3.Rio de Janeiro: Paragliding Tandem Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 186 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $219

Run from 525-meter Pedra Bonita with an instructor such as Klaus or Claus, then glide above Rio to São Conrado Beach. The 2 to 3-hour outing includes transport from the meeting point, equipment, and front-camera flight video. Allow extra time for weather delays, and bring 120 Brazilian reais in cash for the club fee.

“Great tour, very responsive and punctual! We had a great time and highly recommended!”

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4.Rio de Janeiro: Hang Gliding or Paragliding Flights

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 132 reviews · 1 hour · from $381

Meet Ricardo Hamond’s team at São Conrado Beach, then ride to Pedra Bonita for a tandem hang-gliding or paragliding flight. Your pilot chooses the craft based on weather, weight, and availability. Expect a 7 to 20-minute flight, clear safety practice, and wide views over Rio, beaches, and mountains.

“Felt totally safe from start to finish. Well organised and clearly explained safety brief”

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5.Rio de Janeiro : Paragliding Tandem Flights over Rio

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 60 reviews · 2 hours · from $174

Meet instructor Sandro Cardoso at São Conrado Flight Club, ride to the 520-meter Pedra Bonita launch ramp, and take a tandem paragliding flight over Rio. Your roughly 10-minute flight may last longer in good conditions, with views of Christ the Redeemer, Pedra da Gávea, Rocinha, and the coast. GoPro footage is included.

“absolutely wonderful time! beautifyl and our host was amazing!”

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6.Rio de Janeiro: Hang Gliding or Paragliding Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · 2 hours · from $261Top rated

Meet your English, Spanish, or Portuguese-speaking team at São Conrado Beach, then ride up Tijuca Forest to Pedra Bonita. After a short briefing and practice, fly tandem by hang glider or paraglider above Rio, Rocinha, the ocean, and São Conrado. Pilots including Paulo, Felipe, Ricardo, and Marcos handle the flight and landing.

“An amazing experience, would strongly recommend! Everything was very well organised. Instructors are very nice and friendly”

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7.Paragliding in Rio de Janeiro

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $294

Meet your team in São Conrado, join the club, and ride up to the launch ramp in your instructor’s car. Fly beside Pedra Bonita and Pedra da Gávea before landing at São Conrado Beach. Carlos, Odilon, and Renato are among the instructors connected with this experience. Video, equipment, helmet, and an emergency parachute are included.

“Amazing. Scenic. Relaxing and then thrilling. Great price. Professional, easygoing, friendly, staff.”

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8.Rio de janeiro : Paragliding Tandem Flights over Rio

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 18 reviews · 2 hours · from $173Best value

Meet instructor Ighor Ferreira at Praia do Pepino in São Conrado, ride through Tijuca Forest to Pedra Bonita, and launch on a tandem paraglider. The 10 to 15 minute flight can last up to 30 minutes, with views of Christ the Redeemer, Pedra da Gávea, Rocinha, beaches, and the ocean. Small groups and multilingual instruction keep the experience personal.

“Un grand merci à Fabio, Expérience unique, et vidéos magnifiques! Merci”

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