DESCRIPTION

Strong thermals with a very beautiful view of Serra da Mantiqueira. Some XC possibilities.

ACTIVITIES

- paragliding
- thermals
- xc

weather

Not recommended for rookie pilots. Watch for wind speed and direction when landing, being specially careful with road-crossing power lines spread around the landing site.

access

170 miles from Rio de Janeiro, 250 miles from São Paulo. From the city of Itamonte, follow the signs to Alagoa and drive another 25 miles on a good dirt road (when not wet); after arriving in Alagoa, ask for directions to Condado. Park on the top of the road by the gate.