About this experience
Enjoy an incredible tour where you can see great Rio's perspectives in a unique way: from the sky! You can choose between two different flights departing from Sugar Loaf or Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon.
The flight departing from Sugar Loaf gives you great views from Rio's famous beaches and the Arpoador Rock. You will also get a very nice perspective of the Sugar Loaf.
When departing from the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, you will have more time to behold Rio de Janeiro from above and get enchanted with scenic views of Christ the Redeemer Statue with Tijuca Rainforest in background. You will also see Copacabana, Leblon and Ipanema beaches, and definitely fall in love with the charming city!
At a glance
- Duration: 6 min–18 min
Plan your experience
Set aside 6 min–18 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour Guide
Learn how to compare Rio de Janeiro helicopter tours, understand passenger minimums, plan your schedule, check eligibility, and decide if the premium experience fits your trip.
What is included
- Helicopter Flight with 6 or 12 minutes, depending on the option selected
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Cable Car tickets
- Transportation between hotels and Heliport
Itinerary and highlights
Dazzling Rio sits beneath while you fly from Sugar Loaf to fly over the Beaches of Praia Vermelha, Copacabana and Ipanema on this 6 minutes helicopter flight.
Departing from the Lagoon you’ll get to see it all in this 12 minutes flight. You’ll make a lap around the Christ Redeemer Statue and see the amazing Tijuca Rainforest, fly over the Beaches of Praia Vermelha, Ipanema, Leblon and Copacabana. Enjoy all the landscape that Rio has to offer!
Meeting and pickup information
- When departing from Sugar Loaf, go to the meeting point at the top of Sugar Loaf. The address for Sugar Loaf is: Av. Pasteur, 520 - Urca Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22290-240
- When departing from Lagoon, go to the meeting point at Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas. The address is: Parque dos Patins Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, Av. Borges de Medeiros, s/n, Rio de Janeiro - 22470-004
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Gray Line Brazil
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A window seat for the helicopter flight is not guaranteed
- Infants up to 02 years usually do not pay. However, if the pilot determines that for security reasons the child should occupy the seat, then the value for this seat will be charged.
- The flight is first come first served
- Opening time: from 9am to 5pm.
- It is recommended you call us to check if weather conditions are preventing the helicopter from flying
- This tour requires a minimum number of 03 (three) passengers to operate. There is a possibility that the tour may be canceled after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be provided the option to take the tour on an alternative date, be refunded in full or buy a second ticket.
- When departing from Lagoon, go to the meeting point at Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas. The address is: Parque dos Patins Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, Av. Borges de Medeiros, s/n, Rio de Janeiro - 22470-004
- When departing from Sugar Loaf, go to the meeting point at the top of Sugar Loaf. The address for Sugar Loaf is: Av. Pasteur, 520 - Urca Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22290-240
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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