Nature & beaches

Pedra Bonita

Short forest hike to the hang-gliding ramp above São Conrado.

São Conrado, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Filming friendly91% (20)

Felt safe80% (18)

Worth the view91% (20)

Photogenic93% (25)

Room to shoot80% (18)

Good value93% (25)

Drone friendly91% (20)

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A 30 minute trail from the trailhead on Estrada das Canoas leads to a granite slab and the hang-gliding launch, with an open view over São Conrado and Pedra da Gávea. The rock is steep at the very top. Go early for clear air.

Pros

+Drone-friendly open viewpoint
+Hang-gliders for action shots
+Short accessible hike

Cons

–Steep slab at the top
–Go at sunrise to beat haze

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