Paragliding or Hang Gliding Experience in Rio de Janeiro

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

1 hour (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Safely fly to new heights in Rio de Janeiro on this hang gliding or paragliding experience with an experienced pilot. All equipment undergoes a rigorous pre-takeoff inspection process and travelers receive a detailed explanation of take-off and landing procedures. During the flight, admire incredible aerial views of the city and landscape.

Discover the sights of Rio from this unique perspective
Both first-time visitors and regular visitors will enjoy this tour
GoPro and 360 degree cameras record your flight
Departure times are available throughout the day

What's Included

All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Licensed equipment for hang gliding, belts, approved helmets, all safety flight equipment.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Best Fly River Free Flight
Av. Pref. Mendes de Morais, 1505 - São Conrado, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22610-095, Brazil
The Best Fly Rio Voo Livre team is located on Avenida Prefeito Mendes de Moraes, after number 1500 (Quiosque Soga Beach) Corona, located on your left, last on the beach.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

11/25/2019 - 04/29/2027
Monday - Thursday : 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday - Saturday : 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Sunday : 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

What To Expect

Rampa Pedra Bonita

Pedra Bonita

Praia de Sao Conrado

Pedra da Gavea

Floresta da Tijuca

Morro Dois Irmaos

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
Restricted hang gliding for people with difficulty in running, so we suggest paragliding.
We fly in delta wing with people up to 85kg depending on height and wind, in parachute up to 110kg
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

mohsin_s

This was a great experience. Very helpful and knowledgeable pilot - Rodrigo. He explained everything perfectly and was very patient. He speaks English well and was able to put this old man’s mind at ease about jumping off a cliff hanging on to a kite. Definitely recommend.

Reviews

5.0

based on 27 reviews

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Floating on air!

Brian_B, Mar 2026

Amazing!! We did wait a while to get going but you could see people landing and taking off so it was exciting while you waited!

A must do if you are in Rio !!

Anonymous, Jun 2025

Our host was a class act , he explained everything in detail in what to expect made me and my friend feel 100 percent comfortable and confident

Once in a lifetime hang gliding experience with a great view.

Christopher_C, Jan 2025

I picked a great day. I waited till a sunny afternoon about 1pm to book with no rain and thunderstorms and light winds. Just beautiful. Great to work with. Very safe and safety checks and re checks of equipment were constantly being done. My pilot rehearsed launched procedures till I had it down. You load up at the base after paperwork then drive up with your glider. You don’t do a thing except stand there and let your pilot place your harness on. It was so beautiful and peaceful. Even let me try to fly a bit. Landing was un rehearsed and all you Sonia stand up when told and you just land in your feet. There is a safety officer on the runway for bystanders clearance and he also knows when you launch. Stay afterwards for a snack and drink at the restaurant while your vids are downloaded. Very affordable $200R or about $36 USD. Great quality too.

One more thing off the bucket list!

mohsin_s, Dec 2024

Flying High

Jason_K, Oct 2024

Such a great experience! The views were amazing. The staff were fantastic and very personable. Highly recommended!

Great Experience!

Tracey_G, Sep 2024

This was something my son and I both wanted to do while in Brazil. I was unsure of whether we were going to be able to since my phone was stolen earlier in our trip. We were able to go thanks to the helpful assistance of the Viator on-line chat. The people running this were absolutely fantastic!!! Super helpful and very kind. This was great for both of us since I wanted to Hang Glide and my son wanted to Paraglide. We both were very glad we went. Not only did we get a video for each but we also were sent pictures--what a bonus!!! Highly recommend!

Let’s Go Again

Erin_S, May 2024

Amazing experience! Excellent instructions, lots of safety checks, at every step I felt the confidence this would all go well….and once we ran off the platform I knew I made the right choice to have this experience with this team. No regrets. I want to do it again and again!

Amazing experience

Lily_F, Feb 2024

What an amazing experience! You get about 5 minutes in the air and my pilot, Rodrigo was amazing. Very patient, calm, and even let me try steering the glider which was incredible. You get great views of Rio and it’s incredibly peaceful in the air. Diana was also great at responding and keeping me informed

Rio hang gliding is a must do!

Molly_M, Apr 2023

Fabulous experience. Would do again with this company. The pilots were friendly and professional. We felt safe with them since they were able to explain what we needed to do to be safe.

It was a nice experience...

Alvaro_C, Dec 2021

It was a nice experience and the workers were very helpful. Very recommend this experience for everyone.

Response from Host, Feb 2023

Thank you very much!!!

Highly recommend

kordale_l, Mar 2021

This was the most amazing experience i had in my life. i was a little nervous. but once i was in the air everything was ok

Response from Host, Jun 2021

Thank you very much!

Ein unbeschreibliches Erlebnis

Annett_G, Mar 2022

Ich bin gestern zum ersten Mal geflogen und das Gefühl in der Luft war unbeschreiblich. Ich habe mich bei meinem Guide jederzeit sicher und wohl gefühlt. Der Ausblick war wunderschön und zudem hat mir der Guide noch vieles gezeigt und erzählt. Ich kann es jedem empfehlen.