Rio de Janeiro helicopter tour from Morro da Urca: Package 01 Individual, a shared 6–7-minute flight over Copacabana

Package 01 Individual is a shared helicopter flight of about 6 to 7 minutes from the Morro da Urca heliport, in Rio de Janeiro, for R$ 640 per passenger (approx.). You fly with other passengers over Praia Vermelha, Sugarloaf Mountain, Leme and the whole Copacabana seafront as far as Arpoador and the start of Ipanema. It is the shortest and lowest-priced shared flight from Urca. It does not include Christ the Redeemer: for the 360° turn around the statue, see Package 02 Individual. The flight leaves once there are 3, 4 or 5 passengers, depending on the helicopter of the day.

Sugarloaf Mountain and Urca seen from above, at the entrance to Guanabara Bay

The flight route

  1. Take-off from the Morro da Urca heliport, beside the Sugarloaf cable car station.
  2. Praia Vermelha and Sugarloaf Mountain, at the entrance to Guanabara Bay.
  3. Pedra do Leme and Leme Beach, where the Copacabana seafront begins.
  4. Copacabana from end to end, with Fort Copacabana and Praia do Diabo.
  5. Arpoador and the start of Ipanema, then back to Urca; the route may change with the wind and conditions on the day.

Package summary

Item Package 01 Individual – Shared
Duration about 6 to 7 minutes (approx.)
Price about R$ 640 (approx.) per passenger
Passengers a minimum of 3, 4 or 5 to take off, depending on the aircraft of the day
Format shared flight, price per passenger; aircraft of the day: Bell 206 JetRanger, Esquilo AS350 B2 or Bell 206L LongRanger
Aerial view of the buildings and the beach along the Copacabana seafront

Why choose this package

  • About 6 to 7 minutes over Sugarloaf Mountain and the whole Copacabana seafront.
  • The lowest-priced shared flight from Urca.
  • Priced per seat: you don’t need to fill the aircraft to fly.

Good to know

  • Best season: all year round; on clear days you can see the whole of Guanabara Bay.
  • Boarding at the Morro da Urca heliport, in Rio de Janeiro; the time is confirmed at booking. Give passengers’ weights when booking.
  • Book ahead to secure your time slot.
  • Photos and videos are allowed throughout the flight.
  • With heavy rain or low clouds, the flight is rescheduled.
The Sugarloaf cable car between Urca hill and the summit

Frequently asked questions

Is the flight safe?

Yes. It is run by an ANAC-certified operator with experienced pilots and a safety briefing before take-off.

Can children fly?

Yes, with a responsible adult and their own seat belt.

Can the price change?

Prices are approximate and confirmed at booking, depending on date and availability.

Does Package 01 fly over Christ the Redeemer?

No. Package 01 stays along the coast, from Sugarloaf to Arpoador. The 360° turn around Christ the Redeemer is part of Package 02 Individual, of about 7 to 8 minutes.

See also: Package 04 Individual: the lagoon and the Christ in 12–13 minutes · Helicopter tours in Rio de Janeiro · Package 02 Individual: a turn around Christ the Redeemer · Air taxi in Rio de Janeiro.

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