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Helicopter Tour - Samba - (Private Flight - 4 people)
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Helicopter Tour - Samba - (Private Flight - 4 people)

By Helisight
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"Wonderful city, full of thousand charms .... Rio de Janeiro is a compulsory itinerary for visitors looking for breathtaking landscapes and that typical Carioca sympathy. One of the most charming postcards in Brazil, can be appreciated in a unique and unforgettable way through a beautiful panoramic flight. Live Rio de Janeiro from another angle and enjoy the moment to take panoramic photos of beaches, mountains and forests.
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Duration: 30m
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  • * Voucher for the flight
What's not included
  • * Value of Bodinho
  • Snacks


Start:Multiple meeting point options.
  • Option 1
    Heliponto da Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas (SDRJ), Parque dos Patins Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas - Av. Borges de Medeiros, s/n - Lagoa, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22470-004, Brazil
    Location: Borges de Medeiros Avenue - Rio de Janeiro City Helipad - Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon | Next to the Patins Park, with entrance in front of the BR Post (17.44 km)
  • Option 2
    Helisight HelicĂłpteros, Av. Pasteur, 520 - Urca, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22290-240, Brazil
    Location: Morro da Urca - Avenida Pasteur, 520 - Ascent by the Bondinho do Pão de Açúcar
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 158772P2

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Service animals are restricted to the ground, not boarding the aircraft.
    • Restriction for pregnant women from the 32 week of management.
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 158772P2

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    • Helisight
      2,230
      Brazil
      Joined in September 2012
    • juancarlosrI3522OE
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Must do
      Just had an incredible helicopter tour over Rio de Janeiro! The views were absolutely breathtaking—flying over iconic spots like Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer was unforgettable. The whole experience was smooth and well-organized. Highly recommend it for a unique perspective of this beautiful city!
      Written January 16, 2025
    • 583pavlec
      0 contributions
      1.0 of 5 bubbles
      terible
      I paid 400usd with mistake because on site was first date set 22 december , I do not want to be refunded but to move to january, not possible, i understand terms but there is no costs there is no any service for 400 usd. operater is great, trip advisor sucks
      Written December 23, 2024
    • 970puneetg
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great experience
      It was an amazing experience. Very nice view from helicopter, must recommend ride for everyone. Lifetime experience.
      Written December 17, 2024
    • Resort58166675941
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      It was an amazing experience and the operator was flexible and reactive on WhatsApp, we highly recommend the flight / co
      It was an amazing experience and the operator was flexible and reactive on WhatsApp, we highly recommend the flight / company 🙏🏼
      Written December 17, 2024
    • altieriss2024
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing experience
      It was the most amazing experience of my life. Super recommend. The crew, and the places we visited were one in life time experience
      Written December 5, 2024
    • tlbrough
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Absolutely Amazing
      We had an amazing time on our ride around Christ the Redeemer. To anyone who may be reading that is considering going on their first helicopter ride but you’re a bit nervous about it, you are exactly in the same position that we were. The ride was very, very smooth including the launch and landing. We felt safe and comfortable the entire time and our pilot was incredibly friendly. Being able to see Rio from this vantage point is something that just cannot be described. All of the staff and crew were very accommodating and I highly recommend this tour!
      Written November 29, 2024
    • 507petes
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Wonderful experience
      Great experience. The pilot, Pozza, was safe and friendly. Ana and Adilson took good care of us. We lucked out with a perfect weather day and epic views of Christ the Redeemer.
      Written November 12, 2024
    • Mnaraujo
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Rio from above is wonderful!
      Best view from Rio ever! One of the best experiences of my life. Beautiful day with blue skies. Christ and Sugar Loaf view!
      Written November 8, 2024
    • SuzaGreene
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A not-to-be-missed experience
      This heli tour was one of the highlights of our trip to Rio. We had visited a couple of sights previously but getting to experience the full view of Rio from the air was just incredible. It also helps orient anyone who’s able to get that vantage point. The city itself is so unique and gorgeous so seeing it from above with all of its vastness and intricacies adds a whole new level of comprehension. There are a variety of tours where you can pick your sights and flight length. They even stopped for a couple photo op on Pão d’Açucar! The staff and crew were incredibly professional and also so friendly. We loved Helisight’s and even received certificates after our trip naming us Carioca da Gema - a real honor. Buy this ticket and take this ride!
      Written November 7, 2024
    • jasmind409
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fun
      Our flight was awsome and fun. We could see the whole city, copacabana, ipanema and cristo redentor. Recommended and worth it!
      Written November 1, 2024
    • Climber52910451871
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A lifetime experience
      It’s definitely a lifetime experience! Super recommended 💖 I felt safe every second, the view was truly beautiful, I felt like I was in a dream watching Río de Janeiro from the sky. Thanks to the pilot who was very kind to us!
      Written October 28, 2024
    • Katie K
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Spectacular view - even with some cloud!
      This tour was mesmerising - I was concerned beforehand that the weather conditions may affect the view, but the company was very attentive, warning me by text message in the morning that the view may not be great (in which case I would get a full refund). The weather was actually perfect with only a small amount of cloud which was very picturesque. The Christ the Redeemer flight is quite fast (loops around the statue one way and then back around the other way - so both sides of the helicopter get the view), so be aware you will only be in the air for about 8 minutes. All in all - phenomenal experience - must do!
      Written October 22, 2024
    • E1368BUchristopherm
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      WORTH IT!!!!
      Had to wait for full helicopter, but WORTH THE WAIT!! Loved it. What an incredible experience!! Highly recommended!! Friendly and professional staff!!
      Written September 14, 2024
    • 422fernane
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Excellent views of Beaches and Rio
      Amazing Views , took my wife and we took off from Sugarloaf , recommended , friendly staff and experienced pilots , must see
      Written September 6, 2024
    • moyosorea610
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      It was EXCELLENT 👌🏾
      I have a crazy phobia for heights, but i felt at ease and comfortable when i was on the ride. Great thanks to the entire team
      Written August 21, 2024
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    Alfredo V. Bonfil, Mexico8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2020
    I only can recommand everybody who has the occasion to do this helicopter flight over Rio De Janeiro, 13 minutes (or more). It's an incredible moment, an unforgettable experience, it's so nice to fly over the town, Copacabana and Ipanema beach, to turn around the Corcovado with El Christo. It's really emotional. The organisation, timing, helicopter is more than perfect, it's also very safe, and the working people is very kind and smiling. If I have the occasion I really hope to do it once again in my life.
    Thanks a lot for everything, Serge & Yannick Neslany-Anaf
    Written January 17, 2020
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
    Sergen, Thank you for your review. The heluicopter tour over the beauties of Rio is really wonderful. The city is beautiful and its people very hospitable!
    Written January 21, 2020
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Ahmed A
    6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    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 Redeemer, make this an unforgettable adventure.
    Written June 21, 2024
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
    Ahmed, Thank you for your evaluation and description of our City, which has reasons to be wonderful!!!!
    Written June 25, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Luccas C
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2024 • Friends
    From the initial contact, I saw that the treatment for this tour would be different. The sales part with Samara and the rest of the team (shout out to Kelly, Rayana, Clayton and Matheus) was sensational, and pilot Pozza's attention before, during and after the trip was a difference. I already want to go back!
    Google
    Written January 14, 2024
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    Luccas, Nós que vamos ficar ansiosos para recebê-lo novamente para voar. Agradecemos sua avaliação!
    Written January 16, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Julia C
    6 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oct 2023 • Friends
    Our guide wrote a lot of emails saying that we would be there at 10am to fly and then we had to wait over an hour until the first people in the group could fly because the doors still had to be installed and the helicopters were flying from a different location. So reliability was not guaranteed here. Our guide was pretty much taken to task by others because of this, even though the company made the mistake here.
    The flight, however, was really sensational. Lots of photos and videos were taken and the pilot made a lot of effort to ensure that everyone could take photos, even though clouds were gathering. You have to expect that the flight doesn't always take place, as they don't fly in wind and rain. So we were very lucky and everyone was very happy after the flight. But the organization definitely needs to be improved here. We were then sent a WhatsApp message asking us to write a review here and mentioned the names Matheus, Abner, Amanda and Adilson. I took more videos, which unfortunately can't be uploaded here. But the Jesus statue was really good to see. The flight lasted 7 minutes and cost 135 euros.
    Google
    Written October 13, 2023
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
    Lieb, Der Guide, der sie begleitete, nahm am frühen Morgen Kontakt mit dem Verkaufsstand auf und wurde informiert, um ihnen die Ankunftszeit der Gruppe am Hubschrauberlandeplatz mitzuteilen, damit wir einen guten Service planen und anbieten konnten, da wir nur einen Hubschrauber hatten und derselbe Hubschrauber einen Flug durchführte Flug ohne Türen auf dem anderen Hubschrauberlandeplatz. Leider sind Sie genau dann angekommen, als der andere Flug gerade stattfand, was zu einer Wartezeit führte. Aber nach seinen eigenen Worten war der Flug sehr gut und es hat sich gelohnt, zu warten und die wunderschöne Landschaft von Rio zu genießen!
    Written October 16, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Ludmila
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nov 2023 • Family
    Flying in a helicopter is always a joy and a gift that everyone should give themselves at least once in their life!

    It was wonderful to be able to observe Rio from above, see how close Sugarloaf Mountain is to NiterĂłi, have an aerial view of MaracanĂŁ, reach Barra da Tijuca via another route and, of course, see Christ the Redeemer in much more detail!

    Both at Morro da Urca and at Lagoa, we were very well received by the teams, with friendliness, kindness and great attention to our comfort and safety, especially that of my grandmother, who was celebrating her 95th birthday!

    Thank you very much, Clayton, who answered all my questions accurately (and there were many!), Rayana and Abner, who welcomed us very well at Lagoa, Emanoel and everyone who helped with boarding and disembarking, and Commander Fernando, who He had a beautiful flight, with peace of mind and very attentive to our safety!

    To everyone who worked hard to make my grandmother's dream come true, my sincere thanks! It was too good!
    Google
    Written December 24, 2023
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    Araujo, Agradecemos sua avaliação. Uma comemoração assim tão maravilhosa quanto o aniversário de sua avó, deveria ser mesmo muito bem feita por nosso pessoal que ficou encantado com uma Senhora tão aventureira assim fazendo de seu aniversário de 95 anos um evento inesquecível!
    Written December 26, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Janethlopes J
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nov 2023 • Friends
    Wonderful tour, the pilot Aline was very attentive and polite. The impeccable service provided by Kelly and Adilson, where we described everything and, full of enthusiasm, told us what the greatest emotion of our lives would be. Thank you to the whole team and see you next time. Flight that I will definitely take again
    Google
    Written November 12, 2023
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    Janeth, Agradecemos sua avaliação. Nosso prazer é proporcionar as melhores emoções com as belezas do Rio. Volte que estaremos esperando!!!
    Written November 13, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Mark
    Idaho Falls, ID3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Visiting Rio was an incredible experience. Seeing the city from a helicopter made it that much more amazing. Flying over Copacabana and Ipanema Beach and then flying around the statue of Christ all the while seeing the incredible landscape in the back drop, is an experience we will not soon forget.
    Written September 30, 2021
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
    We appreciate your feedback. We are very happy to welcome people from all over to see the beauty of our City!
    Written October 1, 2021
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Cleonice F
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oct 2023 • Family
    The tour exceeded my expectations, which were already high before taking the flight! The pilot Matheus was magnificent, he made the trip exciting and safer! The attendants are simply incredible! Thank you very much Amanda, Adilson, Abner, Kelly and Matheus for answering all my questions :) I highly recommend the tour and the company!
    Google
    Written October 17, 2023
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    Agradecemos sua avaliação. A equipe sempre preparada para receber e atender bem aos nossos passageiros!!
    Written October 19, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Mayckon H
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nov 2023 • Family
    It was worth every penny and every moment. It was unforgettable. Adrenaline emotion, the best view I've ever had in my life. Now I really understand why it is called a wonderful city. The team is also to be congratulated. Serves us very well. It has classy etiquette. They talk really well.
    Google
    Written November 27, 2023
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    Mayck, Agradecemos sua avaliação. Nossa equipe preparada para oferecer o melhor para o passageiro!
    Written November 29, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Dream64966625580
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sep 2023 • Family
    I went to celebrate my birthday and ended up having one of the best experiences of my life!! I was very well looked after by the team, who even wanted to thank Clayton, Samara, Amanda and Pilot Matheus for being part of this. ❤️
    Google
    Written September 19, 2023
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
    Agradecemos sua avaliação, aproveitando para desejar os maiores votos de muitas felicidades pelo seu aniversário e o presente voce recebeu de maneira maravilhosa!
    Written September 21, 2023
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