How much does paragliding in Niterói cost? 2026 price guide
See the price of the tandem flight, what's included and how to book your experience.
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📍 Parque da Cidade, Niterói — RJ
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🌅 Niterói · Parque da Cidade · Rio de Janeiro
Paragliding in Niterói:
Discover the Most Beautiful View of Rio
Feel the freedom of a tandem paragliding flight in Niterói with Linhares Fly Flight School. Views of Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain — plenty of thrill, without ever compromising on safety.
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- ✅ Certified instructors
- ✅ Certified equipment
- ✅ +10 years of experience
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About us
Linhares Fly Flight School
We are a school passionate about free flight, made up of certified instructors with over a decade of experience flying in the Rio de Janeiro region. We operate from the ramp at the Parque da Cidade in Niterói, one of the most spectacular viewpoints in the state.
From there, more than 250 meters high, you take off with one of the most iconic views in the world: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Guanabara Bay and the ocean beaches of Niterói all around you. All with an absolute focus on safety and an unforgettable experience.
- 🛡️ Certified, regularly inspected equipment
- 👨✈️ Licensed, experienced instructors
- 🌤️ We only fly in safe conditions
- 📸 Photos and videos of your flight included
What we offer
Our Services
Two ways to experience free flight in Niterói: the thrill of a tandem flight or the full journey to becoming a pilot.
Tandem Flight
From R$ 349 per person
Fly alongside an experienced instructor, with no prior experience needed. Perfect for tourists and for anyone who wants to feel the thrill of paragliding in Niterói in complete safety.
How it works
- Welcome and safety briefing at the ramp
- Gear up with harness and helmet
- A few running steps and you're in the air 🕊️
- 10–20 min of scenic flight and a smooth landing
Included
- ✅ Certified instructor
- ✅ Full safety equipment
- ✅ Photos and video of the flight
- ✅ Flight insurance
Who can fly: from ~20 kg to ~110 kg, with no serious medical conditions.
📖 How much a flight costs · What the first flight is like
Book Tandem FlightParagliding Pilot Course
Full training Ask us for prices and classes
Make the dream of flying solo come true. Our paragliding course in Rio trains pilots from scratch, with theory and practice led by certified instructors up to your solo flight.
What you'll learn
- Flight theory, meteorology and safety
- Equipment handling and wing inflation
- Take-off, control and landing
- Progressive flights until you're independent
Included
- ✅ Complete learning materials
- ✅ Equipment during the course
- ✅ One-on-one guidance
- ✅ Certificate of completion
Requirements: over 18 years old and ready for adventure.
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What those who've flown say
⭐ 5.0 out of 5 based on 69 real customer reviews on Google.
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"Best experience of my life! The view of Niterói from up there is surreal and the instructor made me feel completely safe from start to finish. I highly recommend Linhares Fly."
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"Perfect flight, very organized and impeccable equipment. The landing was super smooth. Attentive and professional team from beginning to end. Worth every second!"
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"I made a dream come true paragliding in Niterói. Safety first and a breathtaking view of Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf. So grateful to Linhares Fly!"
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No! The tandem flight is done with a certified instructor. You need no experience or special fitness — just follow the instructions at take-off and enjoy the view. See the step-by-step of your first flight.
Yes. We only fly with certified, inspected equipment, licensed instructors and only when weather conditions are favorable. Safety is always the number one priority.
The tandem flight welcomes passengers from about 20 kg to 110 kg. Outside that range, contact us so we can assess the specific conditions.
The scenic flight lasts on average 10 to 20 minutes in the air, depending on the wind. The full experience, with briefing and photos, takes 1 to 2 hours.
Safety comes first. If conditions aren't suitable, we reschedule your flight at no extra cost for the next available date. Learn about the best time of year and time of day to fly.
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Book your paragliding flight
Choose your preferred date and time and send us your details. We'll get back to you quickly on WhatsApp to confirm your adventure in Niterói.
- 📍 Estr. da Viração, s/n — Parque da Cidade, São Francisco, Niterói — RJ · CEP 26177-600
- +55 (21) 97656-8366
- 🕗 Every day · 7am–5pm
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