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Soar over São Paulo and the Serra do Mar, land in Guarujá for a curated seaside lunch, and glide home — a compact private flight designed for romance and big coastal views. Read on for what to expect and how to prepare.
Soar over São Paulo and the Serra do Mar, land in Guarujá for a curated seaside lunch, and glide home — a compact private flight designed for romance and big coastal views. Read on for what to expect and how to prepare.
You step into a cool hangar as rotors slow, candlelight and the muted clink of glasses framing a quiet excitement. The helicopter will lift you above São Paulo’s concrete sweep, skirt the serrated spine of the Serra do Mar and push out over a ribbon of beaches toward Guarujá, where the Bertioga Canal and the Atlantic meet in shifting blues.
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Operated by Gregtur Turismo · Guarujá, São Paulo
You step into a cool hangar as rotors slow, candlelight and the muted clink of glasses framing a quiet excitement. The helicopter will lift you above São Paulo’s concrete sweep, skirt the serrated spine of the Serra do Mar and push out over a ribbon of beaches toward Guarujá, where the Bertioga Canal and the Atlantic meet in shifting blues.
Geology here is visible from the air: the Serra do Mar escarpment is an eroded basalt-and-sediment edge that sends coastal valleys plunging to the sea. Guarujá began as a fishing and port settlement and today balances tourist beaches, mangrove pockets and seafood traditions influenced by Portuguese cod preservation and more recent global tastes.
The flight is short but cinematic—about 30–35 minutes each way—giving room for pilot commentary and wide windows for photography. On the ground, the lunch emphasizes Mediterranean and seafood plates (cod, paella, shrimp), set at a table overlooking the Bertioga Canal while the aircraft waits nearby.
Practically: expect a private pick-up in São Paulo, a VIP hangar reception with light cocktails and a short photo session, a safety briefing, two panoramic flights and about two hours ashore for lunch. Wear sun protection and closed shoes for hangar surfaces, secure loose items during flight and plan for morning departures if you prefer softer light and calmer air. Infants sit on laps; the operator cancels in bad weather with 24‑hour refund policy. For couples looking for a compact, luxurious aerial day trip, this pairs scenic thrills with a relaxed coastal meal.
easy.
4–6 hours.
Minimal fitness required — ability to board a small helicopter and walk short distances on tarmac/restaurant steps.
Expect about 30–35 minutes each way for the panoramic flights, with additional time for hangar reception, photo session and lunch totaling roughly 4–6 hours.
Yes — a full lunch is included (couvert, starter, main course, dessert and non‑alcoholic beverages); alcohol at the VIP reception is offered per the operator’s menu.
The operator will cancel for unsafe weather; their policy allows a full refund if canceled at least 24 hours before departure or rescheduling when possible.
Children are allowed, but infants must sit on an adult’s lap; check with the operator about weight limits and safety briefings for young passengers.
Guarujá grew from colonial and fishing roots tied to the Bertioga channel; nearby São Vicente and Santos were early Portuguese ports that shaped regional trade and salt cod imports.
The Serra do Mar coastal forests and mangroves are ecologically sensitive; stick to paths, avoid disturbing wildlife and support restaurants using sustainably sourced seafood.
Gregtur Turismo operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step into a cool hangar as rotors slow, candlelight and the muted clink of glasses framing a quiet excitement. The helicopter will lift you above São Paulo’s concrete sweep, skirt the serrated spine of the Serra do Mar and push out over a ribbon of beaches toward Guarujá, where the Bertioga Canal and the Atlantic meet in shifting blues.
You step into a cool hangar as rotors slow, candlelight and the muted clink of glasses framing a quiet excitement. The helicopter will lift you above São Paulo’s concrete sweep, skirt the serrated spine of the Serra do Mar and push out over a ribbon of beaches toward Guarujá, where the Bertioga Canal and the Atlantic meet in shifting blues.
Geology here is visible from the air: the Serra do Mar escarpment is an eroded basalt-and-sediment edge that sends coastal valleys plunging to the sea. Guarujá began as a fishing and port settlement and today balances tourist beaches, mangrove pockets and seafood traditions influenced by Portuguese cod preservation and more recent global tastes.
The flight is short but cinematic—about 30–35 minutes each way—giving room for pilot commentary and wide windows for photography. On the ground, the lunch emphasizes Mediterranean and seafood plates (cod, paella, shrimp), set at a table overlooking the Bertioga Canal while the aircraft waits nearby.
Practically: expect a private pick-up in São Paulo, a VIP hangar reception with light cocktails and a short photo session, a safety briefing, two panoramic flights and about two hours ashore for lunch. Wear sun protection and closed shoes for hangar surfaces, secure loose items during flight and plan for morning departures if you prefer softer light and calmer air. Infants sit on laps; the operator cancels in bad weather with 24‑hour refund policy. For couples looking for a compact, luxurious aerial day trip, this pairs scenic thrills with a relaxed coastal meal.