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Great morning in the sky
Great experience- a tame way to throw yourself off a cliff ;) Beautiful views Really safe - everything explained Great instructor - loving the pink !!
Rio de Janeiro Hang Gliding Experience
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $279 / person
- Location
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 288 reviews
- Languages
- DE, PT, EN, FR
- Group
- Small group, up to 10
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Konrad Heilmann - Rio Hang Gliding
- Meeting point
- We pick up for free in the São Conrado neighbohood in front of the Hortifrutti Grocery store, please contact us before heading over to confirm wind conditions.
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.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8 times a day, 7:30 AM–11:00 AM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 7
- Adult (ages 16–80)
- $279
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Tour Options
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
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
288 reviews
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.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Rio de Janeiro Hang Gliding Experience take?
Rio de Janeiro Hang Gliding Experience lasts about 2 hours.
How much does Rio de Janeiro Hang Gliding Experience cost?
Prices start at $279 per person for this Rio de Janeiro experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Rio de Janeiro Hang Gliding Experience run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 8 departures a day between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM.
Can I cancel Rio de Janeiro Hang Gliding Experience for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We pick up for free in the São Conrado neighbohood in front of the Hortifrutti Grocery store, please contact us before heading over to confirm wind conditions. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Rio de Janeiro Hang Gliding Experience offered in?
The experience is available in DE, PT, EN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Rio de Janeiro Hang Gliding Experience worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 288 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Konrad Heilmann - Rio Hang Gliding.
Reviews(288)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
J
A must do when in Rio.
Experience was very fun. I give it 4/5 stars because of the incorrect fee amount communicated for insurance. It is a mandatory fee paid to the Rio Hanggliding Association which is fine! I was told it would be 100 reais but endd up being 150. When I asked the coordinator they said "yes the fee was updated by the association and we didn't update our email"
B
Ricardo and Rafael are the best!
Ricardo and Rafael are the best instructors! They are knowledgeable and allow you to do different things with the hang glide experience! None of us fell during take-off or landing winch is huge! We also bought the video, great experience, would highly recommend!
N
Rio Hang Gliding
This was a great experience!!!! So good I went back and did it again ! Twice hang gliding and one time para gliding. Everyone was very professional and chill.
E
Amazing experience
The experience was absolutely amazing The instructor who I had was very knowledgeable friendly spoke English. Well just all around a good guy.
K
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
S
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.
O
Great day!
Amazing experience 10/10! Our guides were fantastic and they kept us informed and safe and we have an amazing time.
S
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
J
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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