Skydiving in Rio de Janeiro
dance above the clouds
If you dream of a thrill that jumps the heart and provides an amazing view, one that offers you a bird's eye view of one of the most vibrant cities in the world, then you have come to the right place. Welcome to Rio de Janeiro, the most visited city in the southern hemisphere, a city full of colorful neighborhoods, mesmerizing beaches and crazy nature, and you have the opportunity to witness everything from a bird's eye view.
Before we talk about the experience itself, let's talk about the setting - Tijuca National Park.
Tijuca National Park
The point chosen for your skydiving experience has been carefully considered, as it takes place in one of the most beautiful areas around the city, a jewel of nature within the bustling urban landscape, which is considered one of the largest urban forests in the world. The magical park, which covers almost 4,000 acres is actually a tropical rainforest, and is the green lung of the huge city of Rio de Janeiro.
In the park you will find a variety of hiking trails that pass between waterfalls, observation points and historical ruins, as well as several peaks that offer gliding experiences, which we will talk about right away.
In the national park you will find a wide variety of animals - from rare birds to monkeys and insects, they all call the wooded park home.
Now, imagine yourself entering a wooded and lush world, and ascending to a huge natural ramp at a height of 520 meters above sea level. This ramp is called Pedra Bonita Ramp, and is the starting point for your flight experience.
As high as possible
Your experience begins at the same summit, where you will receive a comprehensive overview of the experience you will go through immediately. The training includes safety instructions and instructions for using the tandem parachute, and is conducted in English.
And when you feel safe to set off, the magical journey will begin, when you fly over a magical wonderland and the world suddenly changes perspective. Now you are no longer just watching the beauty of the city, but actually part of the spectacle itself.
During the minutes you will be in the air you will enjoy the spectacular scenery of Rio, from the famous beaches of Copa Cabana and Ipanema that are spread below you like white lace whipped by the ocean waves, through the famous Christ statue and the Guanabara Bay that suddenly looks like a sparkling sapphire necklace.
And what about getting to the experience itself you ask? So you are taken care of here as well. When booking the parachute, you can choose between pickup from the hotel and pickup from subway stations in the city, and if you want to get there directly and enjoy a ride through the park's impressive scenery, you can of course do so.
And here is the answer to the question you have all been waiting for - T-M-W-N-W-T, and here we have good news as well. The professional guide who accompanies your parachute is equipped with a GoPro camera that is attached to the parachute, and it will record every moment and second of your colorful journey. You not only get to be superheroes flying in the sky, but at the end of the experience you get to receive a folder with no less than 100 photos and one video that will decorate your Instagram page or the family's WhatsApp group.
Your wonderful journey ends with a soft landing on the beach of São Conrado (São Conrado), a physical landing, but mentally you will probably stay somewhere in the clouds for several hours or days.
Tandem skydiving - what does it mean?
The skydive you will go through is called a 'tandem skydive', a popular form of recreational skydive in which a pilot flies together with a passenger under the same parachute. In tandem flight the passenger is in the front, while the pilot controls the conductor in the back. This allows the passenger to fully enjoy the experience without having to control the parachute.
Both the pilot and you passengers are tied with harnesses that are connected to each other and also connected to the wing of the parachute. Taking off involves running a few steps down a ramp, after which the parachute inflates and you start flying. Your pilot is the one who controls the direction and speed of the winner, this is through brake cables and weight tilt, and you can just relax (as much as possible) and enjoy the view.
The popular parachute allows you to experience the thrill of freediving without requiring any training or experience.
Important Information:
the price of the experience: 157 dollars per person
Tickets must be ordered in advance!
included in the price: Parachuting, all the necessary equipment, an attached guide, a photo of 100 photos and one video, pickup from the hotel or metro station according to your choice.
The price of the experience does not include flight insurance (it can be purchased on the spot at a cost of $20), and it does not include food, drinks or a tip for the guide.
You can skydive from the age of 14 or older.
You must have a passport or ID card, sunscreen, water and closed shoes.
The duration of the parachute itself ranges from 6 to 12 minutes, depending on the wind speed and weather conditions.
Please note that the parachute is subject to changes due to the weather.
All participants are required to have flight insurance - through the company at a cost of 20 dollars or through other companies.
The trainings are held in English, but there is a training booklet in Hebrew!
So if you're addicted to adrenaline and would define yourself as adventurous at heart, or you want to discover the magic of the vibrant city of Rio from above, it's time to add some action to your trip and go skydiving in one of the most vibrant and beautiful areas in the world. Order tickets, get on the ramp, fasten the parachute and go dancing with the clouds above the magical city of Rio de Janeiro.
