Tours/Rio de Janeiro/Rio de Janeiro Hang Gliding Experience
Viator · group up to 10 pax

Rio de Janeiro Hang Gliding Experience

4.5(283)Rio de Janeiro1 hour
VIATOR4.4(95)TRIPADVISOR4.6(188)

Description

The original hang gliding experience over Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Operated by, WXC World Champion, National Champion, National team member and multi Record holder Konrad Heilmann and his team of friendly, safe and fully certified instructors. The unique experience of flying a Hang Glider, launching of the Tijuca Forest National Park, surrounded by tropical Atlantic Forest, unique views of the Atlantic ocean and many landmarks of Rio such as Rocinha, Sugar Loaf, Christ the Redeemer and more, finishing with a smooth landing on the white sands of beautiful São Conrado beach.

Tour Options

Rio Hang Gliding+Hotel Pick up
  • Pick up Copacabana & vicinity
Dual Camera Package
  • Dual Camera Package : Footage of 2 different go pro camera angles
Rio de Janeiro Hang Gliding Experience
Hang Gliding with 360° camera
  • 360° Camera imagery

Highlights

Hang Gliding Equipment

What's included

Included
Hang Gliding Equipment
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off, transfer service can be requested, cost varies according to location.
Hang Gliding Club fee/insurance 150 Brazilian Reais (about US$30) card payments incur a 10% fee.
Video footage is not included in basic product but can be purchased locally

Traveller Ratings

4.5
283 reviews
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Important Information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For products in which Hotel transfers aren't included but can be arranged, cost varies by location, please contact us after booking if you would like to request the service.
  • A maximum of 8 people per booking
  • If you plan taking the 360° camera option, it's recommended to install the "insta 360" app from the App store/Play Store before you come, this will help expediting imagery transfer times after your flight.
  • Pictures and videos are usually downloaded to your phone so please make sure to have at least 3GB available for the standard imagery and another 7GB if you're planning on taking the 360° camera option.
  • This activity is weather dependent so delays or cancelations may occur influenced by wind and weather, we always recommend you to contact us before you head over for the latest weather updates.
  • As on any aeronautical activity weight is a decisive factor. By booking this activity please be advised that people over 90kg (about 200lb) can be directed to Paragliding if safety concerns caused by atmospheric conditions demand so. This should be considered a reference since height/weight ratio and other physical factors about the participants capacity of safely performing his role during the activity can also affect such decision.

Reviews(283)

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Keyla P
June 16, 2026
Hang gliding experience

The instruct were really cool and made my family and I feel safe. It was such a cool experience. Everyone was so nice and welcoming

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stefang802
June 5, 2026
One of the best things to do in Rio!

We had an airline delay, but I was able to communicate easily through WhatsApp with Rio Hang Gliding and they moved me to the very end of the day for the last flight. It was great and I had a terrific time. I would highly recommend this activity and this Rio Hang Gliding.

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Olivia_D
May 21, 2026
Great day!

Amazing experience 10/10! Our guides were fantastic and they kept us informed and safe and we have an amazing time.

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Shanequa_A
April 30, 2026
Great experience

Conrad was amazing!!! He made me feel safe and the experience was so fun. The weather was perfect the day that we did this

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J_A
April 10, 2026
Bird For a Day!

Our guide was otimo! We had to wait at the summit for a while so the wind could be ideal. A highlight of my trip!

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C9308SRwilliamg
April 3, 2026
Amazing Experience (Buy 360 Video After Not GoPro Package)

This is absolutely awesome and I can’t recommend it enough except for one part, I would recommend that you don’t buy the GoPro footage and instead by the $60 360 camera that they offer after the flight. It’ll save you 40 bucks but trust me, it’s worth it!

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R8155QXdiegog
March 21, 2026
Tourist trap

The experience was beautiful but they do not hand you your own dvd, it states getting a free Dvd and on top of the $260usd they take you somewhere to pay another $40usd for “insurance” upon getting to the top I had a 2 hour wait, instructor jumped down with someone else and I had to wait more than an hour and a half to jump. Time in the air is estimated about 7 minutes so who knows where he went. Getting to the bottom they hit you with to “buy the video” for an extra $67usd per video, 3 angles almost $200usd for a “free dvd” it’s a big tourist trap go to a ticket place getting here along the beach and you get the full experience for less than $150 with someone else!! They just want your money

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Bria_M
March 16, 2026
This was an amazing...

This was an amazing experience! My guide was so fun and made it life changing. They were great with communication when it came to the weather.

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Hammond_E
January 28, 2026
Amazing experience at...

Amazing experience at first was a little scared but once u in the air u feel free. I recommend to everybody that comes to rio! you got 1 life to live and this is something to experience

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J6373ONkrisc
January 26, 2026
Amazing experience

Truly one of the greatest things I’ve ever done in my life. Everything was well organized plus the equipment was safe and secure. Blade was an excellent pilot and was thorough with everything. Highly recommend to anyone.

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