Pedra Bonita Hiking Tour and Hang Gliding Flight Watching

São Conrado Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro



One of the most beautiful views of Rio! At an altitude of 700 m. While many visit the most famous hiking tours, Pedra Bonita is surprising. From the top, you can see the Forest, beaches, Christ the Redeemer, and much more.

Highlights

  • Native Rio de Janeiro guide
  • Tour guide licensed by the Ministry of Tourism
  • Guide with an excellent camera for amazing photos

Description

Explore the Pedra Bonita Hiking Tour in Rio de Janeiro, a 3-hour and 45-minute experience with local guide Filipe. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Tijuca Forest, beaches, and Christ the Redeemer, at an altitude of 700m. The moderate hiking tour includes a hike and offers amazing photo opportunities. Bring water, snacks, and sunscreen to get the most out of it.

We will also visit the free flight ramp, from where hang gliding and paragliding flights depart. And if you want to have this experience, we know the best pilots in the area so you can have a safe and fun flight. The cost of the flight is not included in this experience, and you must pay the pilot after the flight.

Includes

Round-trip transportation to/from your accommodation or meeting point
Guide licensed by the Ministry of Tourism.
Photos and videos taken with an S23 Ultra.

Important Information

  • We will walk for 15 minutes on a steep slope to a cafe at the start of the hiking tour. After a short break, we will do the hiking tour, which has a light to moderate difficulty level, for another 40 minutes.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes a 3-hour and 45-minute guided hike to Pedra Bonita with photo opportunities and a visit to the free flight ramp to watch hang gliding and paragliding.
The tour is led by Filipe, a native Rio de Janeiro guide licensed by the Ministry of Tourism.
The hike takes place in Rio de Janeiro’s Tijuca Forest, ending at Pedra Bonita summit at 700 meters altitude.
Yes, the tour is moderate in difficulty and suitable for most people with a reasonable level of fitness.
Bring water, snacks, sunscreen, and comfortable hiking shoes for the best experience.
Flights can be observed during the tour visit to the free flight ramp, but schedules vary; check the website for current times.
Yes, the guide carries an excellent camera for photos and participants are encouraged to take their own pictures.
The tour lasts approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes including the hike and time at the flight ramp.
No prior experience is needed to watch the hang gliders from the free flight ramp.
Visit the official website or contact the provider for current hours and availability in Rio de Janeiro.

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