Florianópolis helicopter tours: the three Bell 206 packages compared (15, 25 and 60 minutes)

Helicopter tours in Florianópolis come in three private packages in a Bell 206 JetRanger for up to 4 passengers, all departing from Jurerê: the Hercílio Luz Bridge Package, of about 15 minutes, for R$ 7,500; the Island Tour, of about 25 minutes, for R$ 8,500; and the Experience Package to Balneário Camboriú, of 55 to 60 minutes in total, for R$ 10,000 (approx.). Below: what each route covers, what you see from above and how to pick the right package for your group.

The Hercílio Luz Bridge seen through the helicopter window over Florianópolis bay

The three packages

The price is per flight: the whole aircraft is your group’s, for 1 to 4 passengers.

Package Time (approx.) Route Price per flight (approx.)
Hercílio Luz Bridge about 15 min North of the island, Jurerê, the bays and the bridge R$ 7,500
Island Tour about 25 min The whole island, north to south, with the east-coast beaches R$ 8,500
Experience Florianópolis × Balneário Camboriú 55 to 60 min in total Round trip between Jurerê and Balneário Camboriú, returning within 72 hours R$ 10,000

With 4 people on board, that works out at about R$ 1,875, R$ 2,125 and R$ 2,500 per person respectively.

What you see from above

The exact route is confirmed at booking and may change with the wind.

  • Jurerê Internacional and its beach clubs, where the flights board.
  • The Hercílio Luz Bridge, opened in 1926: about 821 m long, it is Brazil’s largest suspension bridge and reopened in December 2019 after restoration.
  • Lagoa da Conceição and the Joaquina dunes.
  • The east-coast beaches: Mole, Joaquina, Barra da Lagoa and Campeche.
  • Campeche Island, with turquoise water, protected as archaeological and landscape heritage.
  • On the Experience Package, the coast to Balneário Camboriú, with its seafront and skyscrapers.
A passenger photographs the Florianópolis waterfront from inside the Bell 206

Which package to choose

  • First flight or short on time: Hercílio Luz Bridge, about 15 minutes.
  • Beaches, lagoon and Campeche in one flight: Island Tour, about 25 minutes.
  • Staying in Balneário Camboriú or keen to see both cities: the Experience Package, returning within 72 hours.
  • A group of 4: the price per flight is the same, so it pays to fill every seat.

Before you fly

  • Give each passenger’s weight when booking; total weight is checked at boarding.
  • Arrive early at the Jurerê helipad for the safety briefing.
  • Bring official photo ID.
  • With heavy rain, strong wind or low visibility, the flight is rescheduled.
The pilot flies over central Florianópolis, with the hills behind

How to book

  1. Choose the package and send the date, time and number of passengers by WhatsApp.
  2. Receive confirmation of the price and the time in Jurerê.
  3. Give passengers’ weights and arrive early for the briefing.

Frequently asked questions: helicopter tours in Florianópolis

How much is a helicopter tour in Florianópolis?

About R$ 7,500 (15 min), R$ 8,500 (25 min) or R$ 10,000 (Experience to Balneário Camboriú), per flight for up to 4 passengers (approx.).

Which helicopter is used?

The Bell 206 JetRanger, for up to 4 passengers plus the pilot.

Where does the tour leave from?

From Jurerê, in the north of the island. On the Experience Package you land in Balneário Camboriú and can fly back within 72 hours.

Does the price drop with fewer passengers?

No. The price is per flight, for 1 to 4 passengers.

Can children fly?

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

What if the weather is bad?

The flight is rescheduled to the next available date.

See also: Hercílio Luz Bridge Package · Island Tour (Volta à Ilha) · Experience Package to Balneário Camboriú · Helicopter to P12 in Jurerê

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