Rio Helicopter Tour with Transfers
About this activity
Highlights
- Aerial views of Christ the Redeemer
- Panoramic vistas of Copacabana Beach
- Bird's-eye perspective of Sugarloaf Mountain
- Stunning vistas of Ipanema Beach
- Unique aerial views of Maracanã Stadium
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Helicopter flight over Rio de Janeiro
- Professional pilot and guide
- Food and drinks
Itinerary
Your private driver or tour guide will meet you at your hotel in Rio and take you on a scenic 1-hour drive to the helipad, located in the neighborhood of Recreio dos Bandeirantes, in the western part of the city. The route follows the coastline and offers beautiful views of several of Rio’s beaches along the way. Upon arrival, you’ll receive a safety briefing and instructions on helicopter boarding and disembarking procedures. Once ready, you'll take off and soar over Rio’s most iconic landmarks, enjoying breathtaking aerial views of the city. There are two types of tours available: private or shared. With the private tour, you choose your preferred time in advance, and the helicopter is reserved exclusively for you for the chosen itinerary.
Pass by: For the shared tour, once your booking is confirmed, we’ll get back to you with the available time slots based on other travelers’ reservations. Your flight will be scheduled according to the best match in date, time range, and route. This option is subject to availability and coordination with other participants. The aircraft used is selected by us based on group size and logistics, and may include models such as Robinson R44, Jet Ranger, or AS350 Esquilo. When the aircraft has one or more seats available beyond your group size, and if you’d like to have our guide accompany you, we can arrange for them to join the flight and provide live commentary throughout the experience. This is a great way to enhance your tour with local insights during the flight. Just let us know in advance, and if there’s room, we’ll make sure a guide is onboard. When the aircraft is fully occupied, the pilot will still offer general narration during the tour.
Pass by: The itinerary depends on the flight duration you choose at the time of booking: Cristo Maravilha (30 min): covers Rio’s most iconic landmarks, including Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Copacabana, Ipanema, and more. Doors Off (30 min): same route as Cristo Maravilha, but with the doors removed for an exhilarating open-air experience. Available only on select aircraft and subject to weather conditions. Bossa Nova (45 min): a longer route including Maracanã Stadium, South Zone beaches, Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Botanical Garden, and other highlights. Samba (60 min): the most complete route, covering up to 30 attractions such as Maracanã, the Sambadrome, Christ the Redeemer, beaches, Sugarloaf Mountain, and more.
Pass by: At the end of the tour, your private driver or guide will escort you back to your hotel, wherever it is in the city. Let us know your group size, preferred date, and flight duration, and we’ll handle all the arrangements to ensure a smooth and unforgettable helicopter experience in Rio.
Important information
Know before you book
- Flights are subject to weather conditions; cancellations may occur.
- Weight restrictions may apply; confirm with the operator in advance.
- Children under 2 years old can fly free if seated on an adult's lap.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toed shoes.
- Bring a valid ID for check-in.
- Ensure your camera or smartphone is fully charged for photos.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infant Seats Available
Traveler reviews
Open Door Helicopter Tour
If you book an open door experience, you can’t use a big camera. You can use a cell phone attached to a harness. It was a little scary (for me) but worth it
Helicopter tour was...
Helicopter tour was amazing…Vitor picked us up and provided us with history of the regions on the way to the heliport in perfect English, making the hour pass by quickly. The helicopter ride was incredible, full 45 min covering the major landmarks including circling around Christ the Reeder. Highly recommended!
Incredible Helicopter Tour + Fantastic Guide!
We had an amazing experience with this Rio helicopter tour from start to finish. Our English-speaking guide, Romayne, made the 45-minute drive to the heliport feel like part of the adventure. He shared so much interesting information about the different neighborhoods in and outside of Rio, giving us great context and helping us appreciate the city even more before we even took off. The helicopter tour itself was absolutely unforgettable—breathtaking views, smooth ride, and a truly unique way to see Rio’s landmarks from above. Everything felt safe, well-organized, and professional. Highly recommend this tour, especially with Romayne as your guide. It was one of the highlights of our trip!
30 minutes helicopter flight
We spent a wonderful day Romayne picked us up from our hotel with a chauffeur and took us to the heliport On the way, he explained the different landmarks we could see in the city After a short briefing, we took a 30-minute helicopter flight. The aircraft was nice and the pilot was very skilled. We saw all the classic landmarks of Rio with perfect viewpoints On the way back, we made two stops at the beaches. It was very complete and a really nice day Thank you!
Highly recommended
My experience was phenomenal. Romayne, my tour guide, was courteous and informative. He arrived punctually and picked me up from my hotel. At the heliport it was easy and simple no long wait. The pilot circled twice around Christ the Redeemer for which I am grateful! I would definitely recommend this tour company