Paragliding in Rio

About this tour

Paragliding in Rio offers thrilling views of beaches, mountains, and the main landmarks of Rio’s urban scenery!

Experience Rio de Janeiro from a truly unique perspective and enjoy one of the most unforgettable adventures the city has to offer. Soaring above one of the world’s most spectacular landscapes combines excitement, freedom, and breathtaking views.
Flights take off from the famous Pedra Bonita launch ramp, located 520 meters (1,706 feet) above sea level within Tijuca National Park. Surrounded by the lush Atlantic Rainforest, this is one of the most renowned free-flight sites in Brazil.
During the flight, you’ll enjoy incredible panoramic views of Rio’s mountains, beaches, forests, and iconic landmarks. Highlights include the majestic Pedra da Gávea, the Cagarras Islands, Two Brothers Hill, Tijuca Forest, São Conrado Beach, and Rocinha, creating a fascinating contrast between nature and urban life.
The feeling of gliding silently above Rio’s stunning scenery is truly unforgettable. Whether flying by paraglider, this adventure offers the perfect combination of adrenaline and awe-inspiring beauty.
The flight concludes with a smooth landing on Pepino Beach in São Conrado, Rio’s most famous landing area for free-flight sports. After your adventure, relax by the ocean and celebrate the experience with a refreshing coconut water from one of the beachfront kiosks.
For maximum safety and comfort, RioXtreme works exclusively with highly experienced tandem pilots, each with more than 20 years of flying experience, certified by the Brazilian Paragliding Association and using top-quality, regularly inspected equipment.
If you’re looking for an extraordinary adventure and unforgettable views, tandem paragliding is one of the ultimate experiences in Rio de Janeiro.

Why Choose Paragliding flights in Rio?

If you’re looking for an unforgettable, adrenaline-filled experience, our paragliding flights in Rio are the perfect choice!
Tandem flights with top-rated pilots – No experience needed!
Once-in-a-lifetime adventure you won’t forget!

• Flight details:

• Flight time: from 8am to 2pm. (will be confirmed a few days before according to the wind forecast).
• Flight duration: from 10 to 20 minutes (depends on weather and wind conditions).

* Please inform height and weight on booking form.

• Maximum passenger weight:
  Paragliding: 105kg (230 pounds);
  Minimum age: 16 years old.

• Meeting Point:
  Pepino’s Beach – Sao Conrado neighborhood.
  (transfer from beach to paragliding ramp included).
• Recommendations: wear comfortable clothes and shoes (not sandals or flip flops), sunscreen, mosquito repellent and cash for extras (if you wear glasses, bring strap band to avoid it from falling).

• Prices:

• R$ 990, per person – online booking with any debit or credit card payment.
• R$ 930, per person – a deposit of R$ 100, on-line and R$ 830, in cash to the flight coordinator. Contact us to schedule your flight and we will send you your invoice.
• All payments can be made by PayPal (no account creation required) with any credit card or with your on-line banking service.

• General description:

• The footage of the cameras are not included, you can purchase the videos directly with the pilots after your flight.
• If the chosen date or the number of participants is not available, contact us to schedule your flight.

Book Now Paragliding flights in Rio! 🪂📸🌿

Feel the ultimate freedom of flying over Rio!
Perfect for adrenaline junkies & first-time flyers alike!
Spots are limited! Book your Paragliding flight today and experience Rio from the skies!
RioXtreme was born to show that Rio de Janeiro has a lot of options besides traditional Tourism. We offer the best in Hiking, Adventure and Eco Tours in and around Rio for over fifteen years, treading our brand and identity in our tours, always focused on quality, safety, respect for nature and the others. Our certified and passionate team always seek to share this knowledge with the customers, and hope to make the experiences unique and unforgettable!