Rio de Janeiro helicopter tour from Morro da Urca: Package 03 Individual, 9–10 minutes over Ipanema, Leblon and the Christ

Package 03 Individual is a shared helicopter flight of about 9 to 10 minutes from the Morro da Urca heliport, in Rio de Janeiro, for R$ 1,060 per passenger (approx.). In under ten minutes it covers the South Zone shoreline, from Leme and Copacabana past Arpoador to Ipanema and Leblon, and closes with Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas and a 360° turn around Christ the Redeemer. Seats are sold individually and the helicopter takes off once there are 3, 4 or 5 passengers, depending on the aircraft of the day; for groups who want the aircraft to themselves, there are private packages. Compared with Package 02, of about 7 to 8 minutes, it adds Arpoador, Ipanema, Leblon and the lagoon; Package 04 flies a similar route with about 12 to 13 minutes in the air.

Aerial view of Sugarloaf Mountain and Botafogo Bay, in Rio de Janeiro

The flight route

  1. Take-off from the Morro da Urca heliport, beside the Sugarloaf cable car station; Praia Vermelha and Botafogo Bay.
  2. Sugarloaf Mountain, Pedra do Leme and Leme Beach.
  3. Copacabana, Fort Copacabana and the Arpoador rock.
  4. Ipanema and Leblon, Jardim de Alah and Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas.
  5. A 360° turn around Christ the Redeemer, then back to Urca. The route may change with air traffic, the wind and conditions on the day.

Package summary

Item Package 03 Individual – Shared
Duration about 9 to 10 minutes (approx.)
Price about R$ 1,060 (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
View from the helicopter cabin over Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas and Ipanema

Why choose this package

  • About 9 to 10 minutes: the whole South Zone shoreline, from Leme to Leblon, plus the Christ.
  • Arpoador, the rock between Copacabana and Ipanema famous for its sunsets, seen from above.
  • A 360° turn around Christ the Redeemer, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

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. Bring photo ID and arrive about 30 minutes early for check-in; allow about an hour in all. 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 above Guanabara Bay

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.

How do Packages 02, 03 and 04 differ?

Package 02 (about 7 to 8 minutes) covers Botafogo, Sugarloaf Mountain, Copacabana and the Christ; Package 03 adds Arpoador, Ipanema, Leblon and the lagoon; Package 04 (about 12 to 13 minutes) flies a similar South Zone route with more time in the air.

See also: Helicopter tours in Rio de Janeiro · Package 02 Individual: a shared 7–8-minute flight · Package 04 Individual: the lagoon and the Christ in 12–13 minutes.

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