Rio de Janeiro Hang Gliding Experience: Unique Flying Over Tropical Forests and Famous Landmarks

Experience the thrill of hang gliding over Rio de Janeiro’s tropical forests and famous landmarks. Fly with a champion instructor and enjoy stunning views of the Atlantic ocean.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Access to Pedra Bonita Free Flight Ramp - Experience flying a Hang Glider, tandem with the official Rio Hang Gliding team leaded by Hang Gliding champion, national team member & Record Holder Konrad Heilmann. Launching of the Tijuca Forest National Park, surrounded by tropical Atlantic Forest, unique views of the Atlantic ocean and many landmarks…
What's Included
  • GoPro front camera video recording
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off, transfer service can be requested, cost varies according to location.
  • Admission fees
  • Video footage is not included in basic product but can be purchased locally
Additional Information

Embark on an unparalleled hang gliding journey over Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, helmed by Konrad Heilmann, a multi-record holder, National Champion, WXC World Champion, and a member of the National team, along with his team of affable, secure, and fully accredited tutors.
Enjoy the unique opportunity to pilot a Hang Glider, taking off from the Tijuca Forest…

Location
Estr. do Joá, 136
Estrada do Joá
We pick up for free in the São Conrado neighbohood in front of the Hortifrutti Grocery store, please contact us before heading over to confirm wind conditions.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Shanequa_a
Apr 30, 2026
Great experience - Conrad was amazing!!! He made me feel safe and the experience was so fun. The weather was perfect the day that we did this
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J_a
Apr 10, 2026
Bird For a Day! - Our guide was otimo! We had to wait at the summit for a while so the wind could be ideal. A highlight of my trip!
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C9308srwilliamg
Apr 3, 2026
Amazing Experience (Buy 360 Video After Not GoPro Package) - This is absolutely awesome and I can’t recommend it enough except for one part, I would recommend that you don’t buy the GoPro footage and instead by the $60 360 camera that they offer after the flight. It’ll save you 40 bucks but trust me, it’s worth it!
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Bria_m
Mar 16, 2026
This was an amazing... - This was an amazing experience! My guide was so fun and made it life changing. They were great with communication when it came to the weather.
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Hammond_e
Jan 28, 2026
Amazing experience at... - Amazing experience at first was a little scared but once u in the air u feel free. I recommend to everybody that comes to rio! you got 1 life to live and this is something to experience
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J6373onkrisc
Jan 26, 2026
Amazing experience - Truly one of the greatest things I’ve ever done in my life. Everything was well organized plus the equipment was safe and secure. Blade was an excellent pilot and was thorough with everything. Highly recommend to anyone.
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J6373onkrisc
Jan 26, 2026
Amazing experience, highly recommend - The experience was incredible. All the equipment was professional and secure. Blade was an excellent pilot and provided an excellent flight with good instructions the entire time. Highly recommend to anyone.
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Edward_a
Jan 3, 2026
Great flight, bad communication - Communication regarding a delay did not occur even after we called ahead to confirm. After waiting almost an hour to be picked up, we reached them and they said they forgot to call us. However, it was rescheduled for later in the day, and it was an amazing flight and very professional guides.
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H1563qs_
Dec 15, 2025
Expensive - Everything was good up until the part of 35 euro charge (220 reais) just for the front camera. I would like to be informed beforehand.
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R8155qxdiegog
Mar 21, 2026
Tourist trap - The experience was beautiful but they do not hand you your own dvd, it states getting a free Dvd and on top of the $260usd they take you somewhere to pay another $40usd for “insurance” upon getting to the top I had a 2 hour wait, instructor jumped down with someone else and I had to wait more than an hour and a half to jump. Time in the air is estimated about 7 minutes so who knows where he went. Getting to the bottom they hit you with to “buy the video” for an extra $67usd per video, 3 angles almost $200usd for a “free dvd” it’s a big tourist trap go to a ticket place getting here along the beach and you get the full experience for less than $150 with someone else!! They just want your money
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From $279
up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).