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Rio de Janeiro Hang Gliding Experience

Rio de Janeiro, Brazilby Konrad Heilmann - Rio Hang Gliding

  • 2 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 10 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish

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Overview

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.

What's included

  • Hang Gliding Equipment
  • 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

Itinerary

Experience flying a Hang Glider, tandem with the official Rio Hang Gliding team leaded by Hang Gliding champion, national team member & Record Holder Konrad Heilmann. 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.

Meeting and pickup

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.

End 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.

Good to know

  • 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
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  • 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 policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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