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Launch from Pedra Bonita and glide above Tijuca’s green ridges to São Conrado beach. This tandem paragliding and hang gliding experience pairs championship pilots with modern gear for 10–30 minutes of unforgettable airtime within a 2‑hour visit.
Launch from Pedra Bonita and glide above Tijuca’s green ridges to São Conrado beach. This tandem paragliding and hang gliding experience pairs championship pilots with modern gear for 10–30 minutes of unforgettable airtime within a 2‑hour visit.
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Operated by Sao Conrado's Tandem Flight Rio · Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
A wind lifts you gently off the launch ramp at Pedra Bonita and the city shrinks beneath you: sugar-white beaches curve away, Atlantic Forest crowns the hills, and the sea glitters like a mapped dream. Below, São Conrado’s shoreline waits as your landing target — a narrow, sandy theatre where pilots and passengers reunite after a flight that feels both immediate and timeless.
moderate.
2 hours (including briefing and transfers); 10–30 minutes actual airtime.
Moderate fitness — able to walk short uneven ramps and run a few steps for takeoff; no prior flying experience required
Minimum age is 14 with guardian accompaniment; weight limits vary by modality and wind conditions (consult operator—typically up to ~120kg for paragliding with conditions permitting).
Flights typically provide 10–30 minutes of airtime; the whole visit including registration, transport to takeoff, and debrief lasts about 2 hours.
Flights are weather-dependent; operators cancel for safety and offer full refund if canceled at least 24 hours prior or when conditions are unsafe on the day.
Operators usually include GoPro footage and provide files immediately after landing — bring at least 4GB free on your phone or purchase extra storage from the operator.
São Conrado and Pedra Bonita became hang gliding hubs in the 1970s; clubs in the area formalized free-flight culture and safety practices that persist today.
Flights operate over Tijuca National Park—respect protected areas by avoiding litter, following pilot guidance, and minimizing noise near wildlife.
Sao Conrado's Tandem Flight Rio operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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