Unique Rio — executive and touristic transportation
Black executive sedan at a Rio de Janeiro lookout, with Dois Irmãos, the beach and the shoreline in the background at late afternoon

Rio de Janeiro · Since 2019

Executive and touristic transportation in Rio de Janeiro

Airport transfers, corporate transportation, private city tours and receptive services — with bilingual drivers, a luxury fleet and absolute punctuality.

  • Since 2019
  • Bilingual drivers
  • Premium fleet
  • Cadastur

In one sentence

Unique Rio is an executive and touristic transportation company based in Rio de Janeiro, offering transfers at Galeão and Santos Dumont airports, corporate transportation, cars at your disposal, private city tours and trips to the Lakes Region, Costa Verde and the mountain region of the state, with bilingual drivers and a premium executive fleet.

Why Unique Rio

Why choose us

  • Safety

    Experienced drivers, serviced vehicles and an operation prepared to ensure safety, comfort and punctuality.

  • Punctuality

    Schedules confirmed in advance and flight monitoring to ensure punctuality and peace of mind on your transfer.

  • Comfort and privacy

    Private service with an exclusive vehicle, ensuring your comfort, peace of mind and discretion throughout the trip.

  • Personalized service

    Itineraries, services and quotes personalized according to your needs, preferences and schedule.

Airport transfer

Galeão · Santos Dumont · Port of Rio

GIG

How does the Galeão (GIG) transfer work?

The Unique Rio driver waits at Galeão's arrivals hall holding a sign with the passenger's name, helps with luggage and escorts the client to the vehicle, which is exclusive — no sharing with other passengers.

  • Pickup at arrivals with a name sign
  • Flight status tracking

Galeão International Airport

SDU

What about the Santos Dumont (SDU) transfer?

At Santos Dumont, ideal for the Rio–São Paulo shuttle and corporate schedules, the driver meets the passenger at arrivals and heads straight to hotels, residences or offices in the South Zone, Downtown, Barra and other areas of Rio.

  • Ideal for the Rio–São Paulo shuttle and corporate schedules
  • Quick departure to Downtown, South Zone and Barra
  • Executive vehicle with bilingual driver

Santos Dumont Airport

Port

Does Unique Rio provide reception at the Port of Rio?

Yes. We provide reception for cruise passengers at the Port of Rio, with transfers to airports, hotels or a private city tour during the time the ship stays in the city.

  • Cruise passenger reception
  • Port ↔ airport or hotel transfer
  • City tour during the ship's time in port

Port of Rio de Janeiro

Our fleet

Executive cars, vans and armored vehicles

Serviced vehicles, air conditioning and private service in every category. Armored vehicles available upon reservation.

  • Toyota Corolla from the Unique Rio fleet in Rio de Janeiro

    Toyota Corolla

    4 passengers
    • Air conditioning
    • Private service
    • Bilingual driver
  • Jeep Commander from the Unique Rio fleet in Rio de Janeiro

    Jeep Commander

    6 passengers
    • Spacious SUV
    • Air conditioning
    • Private service
Christ the Redeemer statue with a panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro at late afternoon

Tourism and receptive services

Rio at your own pace, with a driver at your disposal

Unique Rio's city tours are private and personalized. The itinerary is planned around each client's interests, with a driver at your disposal throughout the tour. Explore the best of Rio, from Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain to the historic downtown, the Selarón Steps and its famous beaches, in comfort and at your own pace.

  • Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain
  • AquaRio and Yup Star Rio
  • Selarón Steps and historic downtown
  • Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon and Barra beaches
  • Angra dos Reis and Paraty
  • Armação dos Búzios and Arraial do Cabo
  • Petrópolis, Itaipava and Teresópolis

Corporate transportation

Transportation solutions for companies

Unique Rio offers executive transportation for companies, with personalized service for executives and employees on airport ↔ office transfers, meetings, events and trips. We also provide armored vehicles for greater safety and comfort.

Executives and delegations
Airport pickup, meeting schedules and trips within the city and state.
Airport ↔ office
Transfer of teams and visitors with times confirmed in advance.
Events and conventions
Vans for up to 20 passengers and executive sedans operating together.
Corporate contracts
Ongoing service with customized terms for each company.
Executive van and black sedan parked in front of a glass corporate building

Testimonials

What our clients say

“Excelente. Não somente levou minha mãe (idosa) para o aeroporto (Galeão) como fez o check-in dela no balcão da companhia aérea e a assistiu até o pré-embarque. Muito atencioso e prestativo, o Sr. Fernando provê muita segurança para seus clientes. Recomendo.”
Eduardo Ichikava

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Common questions

The questions we get asked the most

Does Unique Rio provide transfers from Galeão and Santos Dumont airports?
Yes. Unique Rio provides executive transfers from Galeão International Airport (GIG) and Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to hotels, residences and offices throughout Rio de Janeiro, as well as reception at the Port of Rio.
Can I book an exclusive vehicle for my family or group?
Yes. All Unique Rio services are private: the vehicle is exclusive to the client, with no sharing with other passengers. For larger groups, we offer vans with capacity for up to 20 passengers.
Does Unique Rio serve companies?
Yes. We serve companies with transfers for executives and employees, airport ↔ office transportation, meetings, events and recurring service, with customized terms.
Can I book a car at my disposal for a set period?
Yes. The service includes a vehicle and driver for a set period — a few hours, a full day or several days — ideal for corporate schedules and touristic itineraries.
What types of vehicles are available?
The fleet brings together executive vehicles, vans for groups and armored options, including Toyota Corolla, Jeep Commander, Ford Fusion, Mitsubishi Outlander and Kia Carnival, with regular maintenance and a quality standard focused on safety, comfort and reliability on every trip.

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