C
Amazing
Amazing flight! Our pilot was such a nice person and made sure we were comfortable and informed, since we were a bit afraid at first. Highly recommend!
Rio de Janeiro travel guide: tickets, best time & real costs
VRP Helicopter Tour - The best Off Rio
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $260 / person
- Location
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Rating
- 3.9 / 5 · 7 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Voos Rio Panorâmico - VRP
- Meeting point
- Ayrton Senna Avenue, no. 2541R. D2, Hangar 16, Barra da TijucaRio de Janeiro – 22775 - 002
Description
Fly over Rio de Janeiro and admire the stunning views of its most iconic places. This 25- to 30-minute executive tour offers spectacular landscapes, from the Christ the Redeemer to the vibrant beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema. Whether sea on a shared or private flight, enjoy an unforgettable aerial perspective of the beauty and natural wonders of the city. Perfect for travelers of all ages, this adventure ensures a memorable experience with options for everyone. - Duration: Panoramic flight from 25 to 30 minutes - Shared or private flight options for 1 to 4 people - Main attractions : Christ the Redeemer, Sugar Bread and famous beaches - Cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a complications-free experience
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 19 times a day, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult
- $260
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $596.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Santuario Cristo Redentor
VRP ROUTE – FLIGHT 25/30 MINUTES DECOLA OF JACAREPAGUÁ AIRPORT – BEACHS OF BARRA DA TIJUCA – JOÁ – PEDRA DA GÁVEA – SÃO CONRADO – LEBLON – IPANEMA – ARPOADOR – FORTE DE COPACABANA – COPACABANA – VISTA DO PÃO DE AÇÚCAR – LAGOA RODRIGO DE FREITAS – JOCKEY CLUB – BOTÁNICO JARDIM – CRISTO REDENTOR – RETURN TO THE AIRPORT BY THE TIJUCA FOREST.
What's included
Included
Helicopter Tour
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.9
7 reviews
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does VRP Helicopter Tour - The best Off Rio take?
VRP Helicopter Tour - The best Off Rio lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does VRP Helicopter Tour - The best Off Rio cost?
Prices start at $260 per person for this Rio de Janeiro experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $596. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does VRP Helicopter Tour - The best Off Rio run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 19 departures a day between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
Can I cancel VRP Helicopter Tour - The best Off Rio for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Ayrton Senna Avenue, no. 2541. R. D2, Hangar 16, Barra da Tijuca. Rio de Janeiro – 22775 - 002. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is VRP Helicopter Tour - The best Off Rio offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 4 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Specialized infant seats are available
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is VRP Helicopter Tour - The best Off Rio worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.9 out of 5 across 7 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Voos Rio Panorâmico - VRP.
Reviews(7)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
A
Helicopter flight.
I loved my flight experience with VRP. I recommend them to everyone; they are extremely attentive.
B
Helicopter tour
The helicopter ride was really good and everything was well organised. The views were great and friendly pilot. I would recommend it :)
Z
Avoid by all means
I booked a helicopter tour advertised as a 30‑minute flight, but the actual time in the air was only 20 minutes, and we covered about half of the route shown on their own map. When I asked about the missing time and shortened itinerary, the staff claimed that ground time was included in the 30 minutes — something that was never mentioned before the purchase. This is misleading advertising, and the company showed no willingness to resolve the situation or offer any fair solution. Very disappointing experience, and I cannot recommend this operator.
R
Avoid this Enterprise: Zero Organization and No Empathy
Worst Service I've ever had in Brazil. The flight was fine, but everything else was a complete disaster. We had the tour booked in advance, we arrived on time at check-in (12:00 pm to leave at 12:30) and no one deigned to advise that there would be delay. Just because I went to ask, they told me they “had a setback” and would take an hour. I explained that I had another tour booked and the lady at the counter did not even respond, completely indifferent. Total chaos, annoying people, zero communication and zero empathy. Our helicopter ended up leaving shortly after 2:00 pm, over an hour and a half late, without any apology, compensation or interest for the customers. We lost time, money and desire. The flight can be cute, but with this level of disorganization it’s not worth ruining your day. There are many other more serious options.
Operator response
Buenas tardes, Nosotros lamentamos profundamente lo ocurrido y queremos pedirle disculpas sinceras. Amamos lo que hacemos. Para nosotros no se trata solo de un negocio, sino de la alegría y las sonrisas que vemos todos los días y que contagian a todo nuestro equipo. Entendemos que no transportamos simplemente personas, sino familias, hijos, madres, padres, abuelos y nietos… Nuestro principal enfoque está en la seguridad del vuelo. Nuestros procedimientos de seguridad y mantenimiento son rigurosos y de altísima calidad. Antes de cada despegue, los pilotos realizan todas las pruebas de los equipos. El helicóptero en el que iban a volar presentó un error en la lectura de los parámetros, lo cual no es común, ya que nuestras aeronaves siempre están con las revisiones periódicas al día. Con el objetivo de minimizar los retrasos, el equipo priorizó el contacto con el personal de mantenimiento y todo el soporte técnico que una situación como esta requiere. Ese día, todas nuestras aeronaves tenían la agenda completa, y había muchas personas siendo atendidas al mismo tiempo. Como el foco fue desviado para agilizar la reparación, cancelar los planes de vuelo y tratar de reubicar a los pasajeros en otras aeronaves, fallamos en la comunicación. Una vez más, pedimos disculpas por lo sucedido. Los retrasos en este tipo de operación pueden ocurrir por motivos meteorológicos, como lluvia momentánea, cambio de viento o restricción en la pista de despegue. Pero como este fue un problema poco común, nuestro equipo no comunicó adecuadamente lo que estaba ocurriendo. Agradecemos mucho su sincero feedback. Nos comprometemos a mejorar constantemente nuestro servicio y esperamos de corazón que lo que realmente quede grabado en su memoria sean los paisajes incomparables y la belleza de la Ciudad Maravillosa. Eso es lo que queremos transmitir, Equipo VRP
7
Fun!
We loved the experience! Me and my wife saw the statue and it was so cool. I can’t wait to go back and do it again my next time in rio
B
Great.
Amazing tour!! Super attentive and competent staff, unique experience! I highly recommend! It is very worth it!!!!
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