Henri Leroux

Rio de Janeiro · experience

Doors-off helicopter tour over Rio de Janeiro

A 35-minute doors-off helicopter flight past Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Rio’s coastline.

35 minutes flight time (35 to 40 minutes total)Up to 3 travellers per flight (shared flight for bookings of 1–2)From €418

The experience

A doors-off helicopter flight past Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf and Rio’s beaches.

A 35-minute doors-off helicopter flight over Rio’s coastline, passing Recreio and Barra da Tijuca beaches, Pedra da Gávea, Ipanema and Leblon, the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, Jardim Botânico, Tijuca Forest and Christ the Redeemer itself.

Headsets, complimentary coffee or water, WiFi and heliport lounge access are included; a 360° video recording of the flight and hotel transfers are available as add-ons.

Duration

35 minutes flight time (35 to 40 minutes total)

Group

Up to 3 travellers per flight (shared flight for bookings of 1–2)

Languages

Confirmed with the option

Format

Doors-off helicopter flight.

Meeting point

Helicentro do Pontal, R. Dom Bosco, 644 - Vargem Grande (Recreio dos Bandeirantes).

Pickup and drop-off

Confirmed with the option

Who this suits

A good choice when it matches the way you want to use the city.

  • Travellers who want an aerial view of Rio’s whole coastline, including Christ the Redeemer from above.
  • Small groups or couples — flights carry a maximum of 3.

Itinerary

The route at a glance.

The guide and exact sequence are confirmed on the day. Times below are a useful indication of how this visit is normally structured.

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    Doors-off helicopter flight

    Coastal route past Rio’s beaches, lagoon and Christ the Redeemer.

    35 minutes

What the visit includes

The practical detail before you choose a date.

Highlights

  • Doors-off flight past Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf
  • Coastal views over Ipanema, Leblon and Barra da Tijuca
  • Headsets and heliport lounge access included
  • Optional 360° video recording

Included

  • ✓ Headsets and safety equipment
  • ✓ Complimentary coffee and water
  • ✓ WiFi
  • ✓ Heliport lounge access

Not included

  • • 360° video recording (optional add-on)
  • • Hotel transfers (optional add-on)

Before you go

A few essentials for the day.

  • Weight limit of 265 lbs per passenger.
  • Open shoes and skirts are not allowed on the flight.
  • Weather-dependent, with free rescheduling; free cancellation up to 24 hours before.