Rio Hang Gliding, Paragliding & Helicopter Tours — Flights Over the City
Rio is one of the world's great cities to fly over; the choice is a tandem hang gliding or paragliding launch off the mountain, a helicopter loop past Christ the Redeemer, or beach parasailing.
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4.7 - 8,255 reviews
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$587 BRL
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Hang Gliding & Helicopter Flights: what to know before booking
Rio is one of the world's great cities to fly over; the choice is a tandem hang gliding or paragliding launch off the mountain, a helicopter loop past Christ the Redeemer, or beach parasailing.
- Availability
- 5 ticket options compared
- Starting price
- Tickets currently start around $587 BRL before checkout fees.
- Rating signal
- Compared options average 4.7 stars across 8,255 traveler reviews.
- Location
- Hang gliding and paragliding launch from Pedra Bonita (São Conrado); helicopter and parasailing from designated bases
- Best time
- Morning, when wind and thermals are most stable for tandem launches
- Ticket note
- Weather-dependent; flights are rescheduled rather than refunded when conditions are poor
Hang Gliding & Helicopter Flights in Rio de Janeiro
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Everything you should know before you book
Few cities reward flying like Rio. Tandem hang gliding and paragliding launch from Pedra Bonita above São Conrado and glide down to the beach with the rainforest and the Atlantic below; helicopter tours bank past Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf for the postcard angle; parasailing lifts you gently off the bay for a calmer thrill.
Flying depends entirely on the weather. Operators run morning flights when the wind and thermals are most reliable, and they reschedule rather than fly in poor conditions. No experience is needed for tandem flights — a certified pilot handles the launch, flight and landing while you take in the view.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need experience to go hang gliding in Rio?
No — tandem flights are run by a certified pilot who manages the launch, flight and landing. You simply run a few steps off the ramp and enjoy the glide down to the beach.
What does a Rio helicopter tour fly over?
Routes pass Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, the Lagoa, and the Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, with longer loops covering more of the coastline.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Flights only run in safe conditions. If the wind or visibility is poor, operators reschedule your flight rather than fly, so build in a little flexibility.