Private helicopter charter & scenic tours in Costa Rica

Private helicopter charter throughout Costa Rica — scenic volcano and coastal tours plus custom transfers. Tell us your origin and destination; we coordinate aircraft subject to availability, weather and authorized landing access.

Where do you need to go?

Tell us your origin and destination. We coordinate private helicopter charters across Costa Rica, subject to aircraft availability, operational conditions and suitable authorized landing access.

Map destinations are popular featured reference routes — not the limit of service. We can also coordinate airports, resorts, coastal destinations, private retreats and custom itineraries when operationally feasible.

Airport to resort. Coast to your next destination.

You share the itinerary; we coordinate private charter feasibility with the right aircraft for passengers, baggage and operational conditions.

Don't see your destination?

Request a custom helicopter route — share origin, destination, date, passengers and baggage. We reply on WhatsApp or email with availability and a quote.

Published scenic flights (Robinson R44)

Beyond custom transfers and charters, we offer Robinson R44 panoramic experiences with published per-flight prices from Tobías Bolaños.

Popular featured helicopter routes

Approximate reference flight times, not guaranteed. Transfers quoted via WhatsApp — subject to availability, operational conditions and suitable authorized landing access.

  • SJO → Tobías Bolaños (SYQ) — ~8 min ref. · quote
  • SJO → Tamarindo — ~45 min ref. · quote
  • SJO → Papagayo — ~50 min ref. · quote
  • SJO → LIR Liberia — ~55 min ref. · quote
  • SJO → Nosara — ~40 min ref. · quote
  • SJO → Manuel Antonio — ~20 min ref. · quote
  • SJO → Quepos — ~20 min ref. · quote
  • SJO → Bahía Ballena/Uvita — ~35 min ref. · quote
  • SJO → Drake Bay — ~55 min ref. · quote
  • SJO → Punta Uva / Caribe — ~45 min ref. · quote
  • SJO → Arenal — ~35 min ref. · quote
  • SJO → Tortuguero — ~30 min ref. · quote
  • LIR → Papagayo — ~10 min ref. · quote

R44 scenic tours — published prices

  • Mini City Tour — US$325 · 15 min · up to 3 pax · per flight
  • City Tour — US$650 · 30 min · up to 3 pax · per flight
  • Poás Volcano Tour — US$1,000 · 45 min · up to 2 pax · per flight
  • Tárcoles & Carara — US$1,295 · 60 min · up to 3 pax · per flight
  • Manuel Antonio — US$1,942 · 90 min · up to 3 pax · per flight
  • Arenal Volcano — US$2,590 · 120 min · up to 3 pax · per flight

Available fleet

  • MD 902 Explorer — up to 6 guests
  • Airbus EC130 B4 — up to 6 guests
  • AW109S Agusta — up to 6 guests
  • Airbus AS350 B2 — up to 5 guests
  • Robinson R44 — up to 3 guests

Frequently asked questions

Can I charter a private helicopter in Costa Rica?

Yes. Tell us your origin, destination, date and passengers — Luxury Pura Vida coordinates private helicopter charters with certified aviation partners across Costa Rica, subject to aircraft availability, operational conditions and suitable authorized landing access.

Can I rent a private helicopter in Costa Rica?

If by helicopter rental you mean booking a private crewed helicopter charter, yes — we coordinate private flights with aviation partners according to your route and passenger requirements. We do not offer self-fly aircraft rental.

Can I request a destination not shown on the map?

Yes. Map routes are popular featured references, not the limit of service. Share origin, destination, date, passengers and baggage — we reply on WhatsApp or email with feasibility, aircraft options and a quote.

How many passengers fit on your helicopter fleet?

Five aircraft: Robinson R44 (up to 3 passengers for scenic tours), Airbus AS350 B2 (5), and MD 902 Explorer, Airbus EC130 B4, and AW109S (up to 6 each). We match aircraft to your group size, route and baggage.

Are scenic tour prices per person or per flight?

R44 panoramic tours from Tobías Bolaños are priced per flight (not per person), with a maximum number of passengers included in each package — for example, Mini City from US$325 per flight for up to 3 passengers. Door-to-door transfers are quoted separately.

How much does a helicopter transfer cost?

Point-to-point transfers depend on route, aircraft, passengers and landing access. Use the map for approximate reference flight times, then request a quote via WhatsApp — we confirm availability, aircraft and your final total before travel day.

How much luggage can I bring on a helicopter transfer?

Soft bags work best. Plan roughly 15–20 kg (33–44 lb) per passenger; hard suitcases are limited. Tell us your baggage when you inquire so we assign the right helicopter.

Which airports and destinations do you serve?

Primary hubs: Juan Santamaría (SJO) and Liberia (LIR). We also coordinate resort areas, coastal destinations and custom itineraries nationwide when operationally feasible and with suitable authorized landing access.

How long does a helicopter flight from San José to Guanacaste take?

Approximate reference times: SJO to Tamarindo or Papagayo about 45–50 minutes; SJO to Manuel Antonio about 20 minutes. Actual time depends on aircraft, weather, route and landing access — not guaranteed.

Are your helicopters certified in Costa Rica?

Yes. Flights use DGAC-registered aircraft with certified pilots, documented maintenance and valid insurance. Luxury Pura Vida coordinates certified aviation partners on your behalf — we are the concierge, not the aircraft owner.

Does Luxury Pura Vida own the helicopters?

No. We coordinate premium helicopter experiences through certified aviation partners with DGAC compliance and insurance in place. You book with one team (LPV); we handle availability, aircraft assignment and written confirmation.