RIOCOPTER

RIOCOPTER is the trading name of HELICOPTER TOURS LTDA, which has been operating helicopter flights over Rio de Janeiro since January 2013. The company offers scenic flights that show the city's best known landmarks from the air. It serves both tourists and residents of Rio.

The main routes include a helicopter tour over Christ the Redeemer that lasts about 18 minutes and a tour in Copacabana that lasts about 25 minutes. Other flights fly over Sugarloaf Mountain and the Maracanã stadium, with the Maracanã route lasting about 40 minutes. Longer itineraries can combine several parts of the city.

Doors-Off flights over Christ the Redeemer last about 30 minutes. This setup suits guests who want to photograph and film Rio from the air. Points that may be seen from the flights include Ipanema, Leblon, Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, Pedra da Gávea, Barra da Tijuca, Guanabara Bay and the Tijuca Forest.

The company notes that routes and sights depend on weather, air traffic and the instructions of the pilot. When weather or safety conditions require it, flights can be adjusted or rescheduled. The helicopter used for each flight is confirmed with the booking team before departure.

Flights are carried out by qualified pilots under the rules of civil aviation in Brazil. Reference prices on the site start at R$ 840 for the 18 minute Christ the Redeemer flight. The 50 minute Sugarloaf flight is listed at R$ 1.790, and guests are asked to check current conditions before booking.

RIOCOPTER operates from Barra da Tijuca on Ayrton Senna Avenue. Flights run every day from 7 am to 10 pm. The company offers experiences for different goals and durations, so visitors can choose a short look at the city or a longer trip that covers more of the coastline.

Services

• Christ the Redeemer helicopter tour
• Copacabana helicopter tour
• Doors-Off flight over Christ the Redeemer
• Maracanã helicopter tour
• Sugarloaf Mountain helicopter tour
• Scenic helicopter tours
• Custom itineraries
• Flights for tourists and residents