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Launch from Pedra Bonita for a tandem paraglide over Tijuca National Park and Rio's southern beaches. Expect a safety briefing, a short transport to the ramp and an 8–20 minute flight with GoPro footage transferred to your phone.
Launch from Pedra Bonita for a tandem paraglide over Tijuca National Park and Rio's southern beaches. Expect a safety briefing, a short transport to the ramp and an 8–20 minute flight with GoPro footage transferred to your phone.
You step onto the ramp at Pedra Bonita and the city loosens its grip: the Atlantic unfurls to your right, the Tijuca forest presses green and alive at your feet, and the wind tugs with an insistence that dares you to leap. A trained pilot straps you into the tandem harness, runs a final check, and the slope converts into lift — then gravity recedes and Rio reshapes itself beneath you.
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Operated by Bom Voo Rio · Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
You step onto the ramp at Pedra Bonita and the city loosens its grip: the Atlantic unfurls to your right, the Tijuca forest presses green and alive at your feet, and the wind tugs with an insistence that dares you to leap. A trained pilot straps you into the tandem harness, runs a final check, and the slope converts into lift — then gravity recedes and Rio reshapes itself beneath you.
The launch zone sits on the southern escarpment of Tijuca National Park, a remnant of Brazil's largest urban forest. The volcanic peaks and coastal cliffs that form the park are products of ancient eruptions and persistent erosion; today they funnel thermals that make this stretch one of the city's most reliable soaring sites. Culturally, the flight traces Rio's long fascination with flight and beachfront leisure, offering views of São Conrado, Leblon, Ipanema and the Sugarloaf that have been photographed for generations.
Practically, expect 90 minutes total for briefing, transport to the ramp and the flight itself; airborne time is typically 8–20 minutes depending on conditions. Youll receive a safety briefing, harness fitting and a GoPro video transferred to your phone after the run. Maximum weight is 90 kg (198 lbs); flights are canceled with overweight guests for safety. Public transport and parking are available to the meeting kiosk at Clube de Voo Livre de São Conrado.
Bring sturdy shoes, sun protection and a charged phone with ample space. Fly in morning air for calmer thermals; afternoons can get gusty. This is an accessible aerial adventure that rewards even first-time flyers with panoramic, unforgettable perspectives of Rio.
moderate.
1.5 hours (90 minutes total).
Suitable for most people in good general health who can walk short distances and run briefly at takeoff; not recommended for those with serious spine, heart, or pregnancy concerns.
Airborne time is typically 8–20 minutes depending on thermal conditions; the full activity including briefing and transport is about 90 minutes.
Yes, the maximum passenger weight is 90 kg (198 lbs). Bookings that exceed this limit will be canceled for safety without refund.
Small action cameras and phones are usually fine if secured; pilots normally provide a GoPro video that will be sent to your phone after the flight.
Youll receive a pre-flight briefing and be fitted with certified tandem equipment; the experience is not recommended for those with serious heart conditions, back/neck injuries or pregnancy.
Paragliding from Pedra Bonita grew in popularity in the late 20th century as Rio developed protected green spaces and adventure tourism; the area sits within Tijuca National Park, a reforested urban forest with 19th-century conservation roots.
Fly operators follow park rules and limit vehicle access to launch points; visitors are asked to carry out all trash and avoid disturbing nesting birds.
Bom Voo Rio operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step onto the ramp at Pedra Bonita and the city loosens its grip: the Atlantic unfurls to your right, the Tijuca forest presses green and alive at your feet, and the wind tugs with an insistence that dares you to leap. A trained pilot straps you into the tandem harness, runs a final check, and the slope converts into lift — then gravity recedes and Rio reshapes itself beneath you.
You step onto the ramp at Pedra Bonita and the city loosens its grip: the Atlantic unfurls to your right, the Tijuca forest presses green and alive at your feet, and the wind tugs with an insistence that dares you to leap. A trained pilot straps you into the tandem harness, runs a final check, and the slope converts into lift — then gravity recedes and Rio reshapes itself beneath you.
The launch zone sits on the southern escarpment of Tijuca National Park, a remnant of Brazil's largest urban forest. The volcanic peaks and coastal cliffs that form the park are products of ancient eruptions and persistent erosion; today they funnel thermals that make this stretch one of the city's most reliable soaring sites. Culturally, the flight traces Rio's long fascination with flight and beachfront leisure, offering views of São Conrado, Leblon, Ipanema and the Sugarloaf that have been photographed for generations.
Practically, expect 90 minutes total for briefing, transport to the ramp and the flight itself; airborne time is typically 8–20 minutes depending on conditions. Youll receive a safety briefing, harness fitting and a GoPro video transferred to your phone after the run. Maximum weight is 90 kg (198 lbs); flights are canceled with overweight guests for safety. Public transport and parking are available to the meeting kiosk at Clube de Voo Livre de São Conrado.
Bring sturdy shoes, sun protection and a charged phone with ample space. Fly in morning air for calmer thermals; afternoons can get gusty. This is an accessible aerial adventure that rewards even first-time flyers with panoramic, unforgettable perspectives of Rio.