Brazil · HELICOPTER TOURS
Twelve minutes buys you the statue from the air; half an hour buys the whole bay and both mountains. The 9 below are compared minute by minute and dollar by dollar, with the take-off points that suit each.
Meet at Jacarepaguá Airport for a shared 20 or 25-minute flight over Rio. You’ll see Christ the Redeemer, beaches, Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, and, on the longer route, Sugarloaf and Copacabana. Pilots speak Portuguese, English, or Spanish, though language service can vary. Bring ID and avoid a heavy meal before takeoff.
“the staff were very nice and explained everything to us. would 100% recommend”
Take a 25 to 35-minute helicopter flight from Heliporto do Recreio over Rio’s beaches, Christ the Redeemer, Tijuca Forest, Sugarloaf Mountain, and more. Your pilot may point out landmarks through the headset, with Portuguese, English, and Spanish support. Arrive an hour early, bring photo ID, and expect shared seating by draw.
“Great company to use and was an amazing experience”
Take a private helicopter flight for two, three, or four people from Jacarepaguá Airport. In 25 to 30 minutes, you’ll fly above Rio’s beaches, Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, Sugarloaf Mountain, and Christ the Redeemer. English and Portuguese support is available, with optional hotel transfers.
“It went most smoothly only negative we were told the pick up time was 1000 and in the morning we got a message 0830”
Meet Rio2Fly in Vargem Grande for a shared doors-off helicopter flight lasting about 35 to 40 minutes. You’ll pass Rio’s western beaches, São Conrado, Ipanema, Lagoa, Tijuca Forest, Corcovado, Christ the Redeemer, and Sugarloaf views. Headsets and safety gear are provided, with space to store bags on the ground.
“Amazing experience, I was smiling like a Cheshire Cat the whole time, views were insane, what a way to see Rio. I would do it again in a heartbeat. One if the best things I did”
Take a 10-minute helicopter flight over Iguazu Falls from Av. das Cataratas in Foz do Iguaçu. You will see the falls from above, with Portuguese, English, and Spanish support, small groups of up to six, and no included transport or personal guide.
Fly from Barra da Tijuca with pilot and Carioca Comandante Nobre’s team for about 25 to 30 minutes over Rio’s headline sights. You’ll circle Christ the Redeemer, pass Sugarloaf, follow Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, and Joatinga, and look down on Rocinha, Tijuca Forest, and Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon. Weather and scheduling can affect the experience.
“Driver listening to air control due to high traffic. So you need a mental pic of what you are seeing.”
Fly privately over São Paulo from Campo de Marte Airport for about 10 to 12 minutes. Your pilot points out major landmarks through a communication headset, including the Sambadrome, historic stations, famous towers, stadiums, and concert halls. Coffee or tea is included, and the flight returns to the airport.
“The helicopter tour at night was incredible. Amazing service and views. The photographer took some beautiful photos as well.”
Fly from Jacarepaguá over Barra, Leblon, Ipanema, Arpoador, Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, and Christ the Redeemer. This shared 25 to 30-minute doors-off flight includes safety equipment, English, Portuguese, and Spanish support, plus time for the famous shoe selfie near the statue.
Ride from your Foz do Iguaçu hotel to the Helisul helipad beside the Iguassu National Park Visitors Center. Your 10-minute flight gives you a broad view of the Falls and Devil's Throat from above. English, Portuguese, and Spanish support is available, though helicopter seating and the best window position are not guaranteed.
“Enjoyed the Helicopter tour, it was a 10 star ride. I was so satisfied I didn't take the next 2 tours to walk through. it was 37° centigrade. that was at 11 in the morning. to hot for this Northwest old lady from Washington. I recommend anyone going to see the Fall's it is worth spending the money. It is a short ride but a great one. The pictures were perfect.”
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