Brazil · HELICOPTER TOURS IN RIO DE JANEIRO
Good helicopter tours in Rio de Janeiro fill up weeks out and the best go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes, and where they genuinely differ.
A short Rio de Janeiro helicopter flight to see Christ the Redeemer and key neighborhoods from above, with expert pilots and big photo views.
“This was a truly unforgettable experience. Seeing Rio de Janeiro and Christ the Redeemer from the air was awesome and we took loads of amazing photos.”
See Rio from the sky on a 30-minute helicopter flight, with coffee and flexible times to spot Christ, beaches, and Sugarloaf.
“An amazing experience with beautiful views and fantastic staff + pilot. Booking and check-in were effortless, and the experience was breathtaking.”
Helicopter over Rio de Janeiro with views of Christ the Redeemer, Copacabana, Sugarloaf, and more. 20 or 25 minutes from Jacarepaguá.
“English was the language we choosed, the pilot talked the wast majority in Portoges with a native. Not so amusing ;)”
30 minutes by helicopter over Rio, from Copacabana to Christ the Redeemer, with Tijuca Forest and Sugarloaf Bay views.
“Great company to use and was an amazing experience”
A 12 to 13 minute private helicopter flight over Rio’s icons, from Christ the Redeemer to beaches and Sugarloaf, with a top-notch crew.
“The flight with helicopter in Rio was the highlight of outer stay in Rio de Janeiro. Caio, Amanda and Romano made our experience unforgettable. 100% recommended”
Private 35-minute helicopter ride over Rio’s beaches and icons, from Barra to Christ. Includes coffee and filtered water, up to 2.
“Excellent service. Everyone is so kind, polite, professional and helpful. The views are magnificent!! The pilot, ground crew, and office staff are wonderful. They made our accessible tour possible. It’s a MUST DO !!”
Private 30 minute helicopter tour over Rio de Janeiro. See Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf from the sky for two to four.
“It went most smoothly only negative we were told the pick up time was 1000 and in the morning we got a message 0830”
Private 30-minute helicopter tour over Rio for four, with Christ the Redeemer, Copacabana, Sugarloaf and Niteroi in one flight.
“Great memorie, great service and impressive views. On top of this take in consideration the price which is more than affordable.”
Doorless helicopter flight over Rio for 35 to 40 minutes, feet-out thrills and aerial views of Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, and beaches.
“This was the most impressive thing I've ever seen. If you visit Rio this is definitely something you need to see.”
30-minute helicopter over Rio featuring Christ the Redeemer from above, plus coastline and Sugarloaf views, with coffee and water.
“Extremely well organized snd professional. A truly wonderful way to see the city and the Christo statue.”
A 30-minute helicopter flight over Rio, hitting Christ, Copacabana, Sugar Loaf, Ipanema, and more, with a small-group feel and real 360 views.
“We booked a private tour of 525 USD for 30 minutes flight, 2 people (it states in the add that you’ll be flying between 25-30 minutes). We were back after 17 minutes. The sun was perfect, no wind, no nothing. When I asked the pilot why he flew so short, he mentioned I should make a complaint if I am unhappy with the time he flew. I complained at the office after the flight and they said the pilot decides when to come back. Ok, but what about my money, as I received half of what I paid for…(?) Very unprofessional, to be avoided!”
Private 30-minute Rio helicopter tour with VIP lounge and pickup. Fly above Copacabana, Sugarloaf, and Christ the Redeemer.
“Awsome driver (Ricardo) who picked up from hotel and stayed with us all the time, really appreciate it. And the trip itself was amazing.”
A 25-minute Rio de Janeiro helicopter flight over Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, and the city’s famous beaches, with phone safety gear.
“It was an amazing experience!! This was our first helicopter flight in Rio de janeiro but planning to take it again, thank you”
Short 9-10 minute Rio helicopter tour with hotel pickup and shared transfer. Fly Sugar Loaf to Christ Redeemer, plus Copacabana and Ipanema.
“Everything was super! The pick-up company was great and the guide very nice and knowledgeable. Definitely recommend it! Try to get the front seat or the one behind both on left side of helicopter as they give you the best views of the beaches!”
Short 9-10 minute Rio helicopter tour with hotel pickup and shared transfer. Fly Sugar Loaf to Christ Redeemer, plus Copacabana and Ipanema.
“The magnificence of Rio is well worth seeing from the air and we were looking forward to the flight but this was a disappointment from the beginning to end. We would certainly recommend using another helicopter provider because the choppers used by the flying company do not have intercom facilities or headphones so that the pilot cannot communicate with the passengers. This meant that we had to rely on our eyes and because there is so much to see, I missed half the flight around Christ, the Redeemer. Moreover, the flight was scheduled for 11 minutes but we landed after 8 minutes and 30 seconds my wife filmed the entire…”
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