South America / Brazil / Paragliding & aerial
Rio Tandem Hang Gliding
Rio Hang Gliding · Pedra Bonita launch ramp, Tijuca Forest National Park; landing at São Conrado Beach, Rio de Janeiro
Source checked 2026-10-11 · Offering found on source page
Rio Hang Gliding offers tandem hang-glider flights departing from the Pedra Bonita ramp in Tijuca Forest National Park. A passenger flies with an instructor and descends toward São Conrado Beach, with the operator describing coastal and city landmarks along the route, including Ipanema, Leblon, Copacabana, Sugarloaf and Corcovado. The operator states that transfers are in air-conditioned vehicles and that flying depends on meteorological conditions. The flight length varies with conditions; its FAQ says flights may extend to 30 minutes when conditions permit.
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- Takeoff from Pedra Bonita ramp inside Tijuca Forest National Park.
- Flight route along Rio's coast, including São Conrado, Leblon and Ipanema.
- Operator states flights may last up to 30 minutes when conditions are soarable.
- Operator advertises hotel transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.
- Duration
- Flight duration varies: operator says a simple glide lasts just under 10 minutes and may extend up to 30 minutes in soarable conditions. Hotel pickup-to-return tour is usually about 3 hours.
- Season
- Operator states it operates daily from sunrise to sunset, subject to meteorological conditions. It says about 70% of days are flyable and that weather determines whether flights proceed.
- Eligibility / experience
- Operator FAQ states no prior experience is needed. It lists a minimum age of 16; passengers under 18 must be accompanied by adult relatives. Approximate body-weight limit is 100 kg and may vary with flying conditions. Photo ID or passport copy, comfortable clothing, and shoes that stay on and allow a takeoff run are indicated; avoid beach sandals.
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Matched the supplied lead to the Rio Hang Gliding operator. The official operator page's branding identifies it as the original Rio Hang Gliding, operated by Konrad Heilmann and his team. Its FAQ and landing page provide tandem flight details. Image is directly embedded on the official operator site and depicts the named launch activity; no reuse license is stated.
Sources checked 2026-10-11. Finding an offering online does not establish that dates are currently operating or that places are available.
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