Hang gliding over Rio de Janeiro

hang gliding
Brazil

Hang gliding over Rio de Janeiro is one of the world’s most iconic aerial adventures. Launching from Pedra Bonita, high above the Tijuca Forest, you glide effortlessly over lush green hills, the sprawling cityscape, and famous beaches like Ipanema and Copacabana. With the dramatic backdrop of Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer, the flight offers panoramic views that are both thrilling and breathtaking. Most flights end with a smooth landing on São Conrado Beach, letting you touch down right by the ocean. It’s a perfect mix of adrenaline and awe, offering a bird’s-eye view of one of the world’s most stunning cities.

Recommended Outfitters (EN)

  • Renato Janssens Hang Gliding
    I've been passionate about hang gliding and paragliding since I was 18, flying across Brazil and competing nationally. Now a certified Tandem Flight Instructor, I’m fully trained to safely share the thrill of free flight over the stunning skies of Rio de Janeiro.