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Launch from Pedra Bonita and glide above Tijuca National Park toward São Conrado beach for a rare aerial perspective of Rio’s mountains, forest and shoreline. This tandem hang-gliding flight blends geology, urban forest history and concise practical preparation.
Launch from Pedra Bonita and glide above Tijuca National Park toward São Conrado beach for a rare aerial perspective of Rio’s mountains, forest and shoreline. This tandem hang-gliding flight blends geology, urban forest history and concise practical preparation.
You lift off from the narrow ramp of Pedra Bonita and the city exhales beneath you: the Tijuca forest pushes out a green wave, the granite faces of Pedra da Gávea watch like old sentries, and the Atlantic opens toward São Conrado.
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Operated by Estilo Voo Livre - Asa delta - Rio de Janeiro · Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
You lift off from the narrow ramp of Pedra Bonita and the city exhales beneath you: the Tijuca forest pushes out a green wave, the granite faces of Pedra da Gávea watch like old sentries, and the Atlantic opens toward São Conrado.
This flight follows a route carved by geology and human ambition. Tijuca National Park is one of the largest urban forests in the world, replanted in the 19th century to restore watersheds after widespread deforestation. The cliffs here are granite and gneiss, formed over millions of years and scoured by wind and rain into dramatic ledges perfect for launch. Hang gliding and paragliding are local rites — a way Cariocas and visitors alike meet the wind and get a new view of Rio’s mix of city, sea, and mountain.
Expect a club-style operation: a meet at the São Conrado kiosk, a short climb to the ramp with an instructor, a tandem launch and a coast over treetops and neighborhoods before dropping down to the sand at São Conrado beach. The total booking window is about two hours; airborne time varies with conditions.
Practical guidance: confirm the flight on the morning of departure — winds govern go/no-go decisions. Wear sturdy closed shoes and layered clothing (mountain air can be cool, beach air warm). Bring ID and your weight/height info; operators typically limit tandem passengers to about 80 kg and screen for heart or spine conditions. Hydrate, apply reef-safe sunscreen, and arrive early to review safety briefings. In the air, let the pilot do the flying: your job is to breathe, watch the city shrink, and enjoy the rare, quiet sense of moving with the wind.
No—tandem flights pair you with a certified pilot so no prior experience is required.
Operators commonly set a limit around 80 kg; heavier guests may be assessed case-by-case depending on conditions.
Morning sessions typically have more stable thermals and predictable winds—guides often fly pre-noon when conditions are favorable.
Flights are canceled in unsafe winds or rain; you’ll usually receive a full refund if canceled at least 24 hours prior or if conditions force a same-day cancel.
Estilo Voo Livre - Asa delta - Rio de Janeiro operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You lift off from the narrow ramp of Pedra Bonita and the city exhales beneath you: the Tijuca forest pushes out a green wave, the granite faces of Pedra da Gávea watch like old sentries, and the Atlantic opens toward São Conrado.
You lift off from the narrow ramp of Pedra Bonita and the city exhales beneath you: the Tijuca forest pushes out a green wave, the granite faces of Pedra da Gávea watch like old sentries, and the Atlantic opens toward São Conrado.
This flight follows a route carved by geology and human ambition. Tijuca National Park is one of the largest urban forests in the world, replanted in the 19th century to restore watersheds after widespread deforestation. The cliffs here are granite and gneiss, formed over millions of years and scoured by wind and rain into dramatic ledges perfect for launch. Hang gliding and paragliding are local rites — a way Cariocas and visitors alike meet the wind and get a new view of Rio’s mix of city, sea, and mountain.
Expect a club-style operation: a meet at the São Conrado kiosk, a short climb to the ramp with an instructor, a tandem launch and a coast over treetops and neighborhoods before dropping down to the sand at São Conrado beach. The total booking window is about two hours; airborne time varies with conditions.
Practical guidance: confirm the flight on the morning of departure — winds govern go/no-go decisions. Wear sturdy closed shoes and layered clothing (mountain air can be cool, beach air warm). Bring ID and your weight/height info; operators typically limit tandem passengers to about 80 kg and screen for heart or spine conditions. Hydrate, apply reef-safe sunscreen, and arrive early to review safety briefings. In the air, let the pilot do the flying: your job is to breathe, watch the city shrink, and enjoy the rare, quiet sense of moving with the wind.