Trancoso helicopter tour – Corumbau Package: 42 minutes to southern Bahia’s wildest point

The Corumbau Package is a private helicopter flight of about 42 minutes that leaves Trancoso, Bahia, and heads south to Ponta do Corumbau, for R$ 7,700 per flight in a Robinson R44 for up to 3 passengers (approx.). It is the longest route south: it passes Praia do Espelho and Caraíva and reaches one of the best-preserved stretches of the Bahia coast. For groups of up to 5, the same route is flown in an Esquilo AS350 B2. For a shorter flight to Caraíva, see the Caraíva Package.

Ponta do Corumbau, with its sand spit reaching into the turquoise sea, seen from above

The flight route

  1. Take-off at Trama Club, in Trancoso; the exact point is confirmed at booking.
  2. Praia dos Nativos, Itaquena and Praia do Espelho.
  3. Caraíva and the river mouth.
  4. Barra Velha village of the Pataxó people, seen from above amid the Atlantic Forest, without landing.
  5. Ponta do Corumbau and, on clear days, Monte Pascoal on the horizon; then back to Trancoso. The route may change with the wind and conditions on the day.

Package summary

Item Corumbau Package – Private
Duration about 42 minutes (approx.)
Price about R$ 7,700 (approx.) per flight
Passengers up to 3, plus the pilot
Format private flight; also available in the Esquilo AS350 B2 for up to 5 passengers at R$ 15,400 (approx.)
View from the cabin over the sand point and reefs of Corumbau

Why choose this package

  • About 42 minutes: the longest route south, from Trancoso to Corumbau.
  • Ponta do Corumbau, a sand spit reaching into the sea, from above.
  • An Esquilo AS350 B2 option for groups of up to 5.
  • With few passengers on board, everyone gets a window and a good view for photos.

Good to know

  • Best season: September to March, with more sunny days and clear sea.
  • Boarding and landing at Trama Club, in Trancoso (Bahia); the exact point 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.
View from the cabin over a river meeting the sea between forest and beach on the southern Bahia coast

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 the Corumbau and Caraíva packages differ?

Both head south. The Caraíva Package, of about 30 minutes, goes as far as the mouth of the Caraíva River; the Corumbau Package, of about 42 minutes, continues to Ponta do Corumbau.

See also: Trancoso helicopter tours · Caraíva Package: 30 minutes to the river mouth · Santo André Package: 42 minutes heading north.

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