SSA → SDU

Discovery Coast

Aerial views of Porto Seguro and the historic coastline where the Portuguese first arrived in 1500.

Convento da Penha

The historic convent perched on a 154-meter cliff in Vila Velha near the city of Vitória.

Sugarloaf Mountain

The world-famous granite peak rising directly from the water as the plane enters Guanabara Bay.

Christ the Redeemer

The iconic Art Deco statue atop Corcovado Mountain is frequently visible during the circling descent.

Rio Cityscape

Densely packed urban neighborhoods squeezed between dramatic mountains and the Atlantic coastline.

Atlantic Horizon

Uninterrupted views of the deep blue South Atlantic Ocean as the flight heads south.

Abrolhos Marine Park

Possible distant views of the coral reefs and turquoise waters of the volcanic archipelago.

Rio-Niterói Bridge

A clear view of the 13-kilometer bridge connecting Rio to Niterói during the final approach.

MAC Niterói

The futuristic Contemporary Art Museum designed by Oscar Niemeyer visible on the Niterói shoreline.