Helicopter tour over Rio de Janeiro
A helicopter flight past Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf and the beaches, from a short hop to a full hour.
From the air you understand Rio: the mountains, the lagoon, the bay and the beaches in one view. Helicopter flights leave from the helipad at Lagoa or Morro da Urca and come in several lengths. The short flight of about 7 minutes circles Sugarloaf and the bay. Flights of 12 to 15 minutes add Christ the Redeemer, Copacabana and Ipanema. Longer flights of 30 to 60 minutes go out to the Tijuca Forest, Barra and the western beaches.
Enzo books the flight with a licensed operator, picks you up and brings you to the helipad. Private flights with the doors open for photography are possible on request.
What's included
- Booking with a licensed helicopter operator
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel
- Safety briefing and headsets
- Private flight on request
Questions and answers
How long is a helicopter flight over Rio?
Flights range from about 7 minutes around Sugarloaf to 60 minutes over the whole city and the western beaches. The 12 to 15 minute flight is the most popular: it includes Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Copacabana and Ipanema.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Flights only go up with good visibility. If the operator cancels for weather, Enzo moves your flight to another day or you get your money back.
