Parapente Governador Valadares Pico do Ibiturana

Pico do Ibituruna in Governador Valadares, MG, Brazil, is renowned as one of the premier cross-country paragliding locations in the country. The main takeoff direction is North, with most cross-country flights heading South. The site stands at an altitude of 1230 meters (4034.4 feet) with a vertical drop of 850 meters (2788 feet). It features four wooden ramps and ten natural ramps, allowing for multiple simultaneous take-offs. The official landing area is 1.5 miles away, beyond the bridge over Rio Doce. Access to the site is relatively straightforward, located 7 miles from downtown Governador Valadares, accessible via a dirt and cobblestone road in good condition, suitable for any vehicle despite being steep. The best flying season is all year round, with optimal conditions in February and March. The local paragliding club, Clube Valadarense de Vôo Livre, provides support and information, including a webcam and weather station available at [GV Fly](http://www.gvfly.com.br/ibituruna.asp). The area is known for its very strong thermals, with speeds reaching up to 30 feet per second. However, it is not recommended for inexperienced pilots during peak thermal activity. Caution is advised when landing near the road due to the presence of numerous electricity towers. The infrastructure in the area is well-developed, with good hotel options, some offering pilot pick-up services. The local community is welcoming, and the site is popular among international pilots. For more detailed information, you can visit [Marcelomelo](http://www.marcelomelo.com/rampas_detalhar.asp?codRampa=119) and [Guia4ventos](http://www.guia4ventos.com.br/rampas-do-brasil/36-rampas-de-voo-livre-mg/236-governador-valadares-mg-rampa-do-pico-do-ibituruna). For weather updates, you can check the [Meteogram](http://www.cptec.inpe.br/prevnum/modelo_eta/Met_Eta_BR.shtml) and [NOAA](http://ready.arl.noaa.gov/ready2-bin/main.pl?Lat=-18.88638889&Lon=-41.91527778). For further guidance, you can contact XC Brazil, Steve Barton at Tel. 0055 33 3277 9282 or visit [XC Brazil](http://www.xcbrazil.com).