Rio de Janeiro

15 Best Rio Helicopter Tours

The flights over the marvelous city: Christ the Redeemer at eye level, Sugarloaf’s cable cars below the skids and beach-line runs from Copacabana to Barra. Rio’s geography was designed for aerial photography; the helicopters complete the assignment.

1.Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour – Christ the Redeemer

Experience Rio from above with a helicopter tour showcasing Christ the Redeemer, beaches, and city views. 7-8 min flight, expert pilots, unforgettable vistas.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“8 minutes intenses avec des paysages fabuleux vus d'en haut (Ipanema, Copacabana et le Pain de Sucre, et la Baie de Guanabara) et la gentillesse du pilote qui tente une percĂ©e entre les nuages avec la joie d'apercevoir le Christ RĂ©dempteur sur le Corcovado. Ca…”

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2.Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour Scenic Flights Over Landmarks

Experience Rio from above with a 35-minute helicopter tour showcasing iconic landmarks like Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, and the beaches for a breathtaking perspective.

★ 5.0

“Having been to Rio many times and seeing all the tourist locations which themselves have beautiful views of the city none can compare to the views you get by helicopter. Absolutely breathtaking and worth every penny.”

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4.Rio de Janeiro: Helicopter Flight Christ the Redeemer 30 min

Experience Rio from above on a 30-minute helicopter tour, seeing iconic sights like Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, and famous beaches with stunning views.

★ 4.7

“Amazing experience. First time on a helicopter 🚁 and it felt great! Not to talk about the stunning views...and the pilot Juliana, which was incredible and you can tell with lots of experience. Loved it!”

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5.Helicopter Flight – Wonderful City – RJ (Private Flight – 4 people)

Experience Rio from the sky with a private helicopter tour that covers iconic sights like Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, and beaches in just 12 minutes.

★ 5.0

“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”

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6.Rio De Janeiro Private Helicopter Flight Tour

Experience Rio from the sky with a private helicopter tour over iconic beaches, mountains, and city sights. Stunning views and personalized service await.

★ 5.0

“This was definitely the best experience we had in Rio. The ride was smooth (I was nervous because I don’t like heights but it wasn’t scary at all!) and the views are just out of this world. And everyone at Rio2Fly is friendly and helpful…”

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9.Helicopter Tour – Samba – (Private Flight – 4 people)

Experience Rio from above with a private helicopter tour, soaring over iconic landmarks like Christ the Redeemer, Copacabana, and Sugarloaf. Unforgettable views and personalized service.

★ 5.0

“Great memorie, great service and impressive views. On top of this take in consideration the price which is more than affordable.”

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10.Samba Helicopter Tour: Private Flight – 4 people

Experience Rio from above with a private helicopter tour offering stunning views of Christ the Redeemer, beaches, and cityscapes—an unforgettable adventure.

★ 5.0

“An incredibly thrilling experience! I never imagined I would feel this excited. Riding a helicopter over Rio de Janeiro is an exceptional journey, offering breathtaking views of all the important sights. The sweeping vistas of the city's iconic landmarks, from Sugarloaf Mountain to Christ the…”

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12.Rio de Janeiro: Helicopter flight in Christ the Redeemer – 30 min

Experience Rio from above with a 30-minute helicopter tour featuring iconic sights like Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, and the beaches for breathtaking views.

★ 4.5

“The experience was absolutely amazing! The views were beautiful, the staff was friendly and professional. The ride was smooth I'd definitely recommend to anyone. I posted a review on TikTok @keoshakeonia”

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13.Rio : Helicopter tour at Christ the Redeemer – 30 minutes

Experience Rio from the sky on a 30-minute helicopter tour over Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, beaches, and neighborhoods—spectacular views await.

★ 4.5

“We loved our experience, a must do. Crew was very helpful, some could speak english. You can also get a video from them for a reasonable price which was very cool!”

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14.Helicopter Ride in Rio de Janeiro – 30 Minutes by Comandante Nobre

Experience Rio from above with a 30-minute helicopter tour, passing iconic landmarks like Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf, for breathtaking views and unforgettable moments.

★ 4.5

“This was a nice flight over leblon, copacabana, and leme, around Christ the Redeemer, and near sugar loaf. The hangar is easy to find and the man at the front desk is friendly. The actual flight is about 30 min and Rio is beautiful from…”

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More Rio Helicopter Tours

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