Experience this incredibly diverse city from a totally different perspective!
Embarking on various different hikes throughout the city and its forested, mountainous surrounds, you'll learn about the flora, fauna, history and culture of Rio de Janeiro through your experienced local guides.
Five days of unique hiking opportunities invite you to learn more about the Tijuca National Forest as well as Rio's most famous viewpoints and attractions.
You'll be led by expert trekking guides as well as certified guides who are mountain climbers who can offer Pedra da Gávea, Corcovado and Sugar Loaf Mountain hikes.
Regardless of your fitness abilities or hiking experience, this hiking tour can be tailored to you so you can get the most out of what you are looking for.Experience this incredibly diverse city from a totally different perspective!
Embarking on various different hikes throughout the city and its forested, mountainous surrounds, you'll learn about the flora, fauna, history and culture of Rio de Janeiro through your experienced local guides.
Five days of unique hiking opportunities invite you to learn more about the Tijuca National Forest as well as Rio's most famous viewpoints and attractions.
You'll be led by expert trekking guides as well as certified guides who are mountain climbers who can offer Pedra da Gávea, Corcovado and Sugar Loaf Mountain hikes.
Regardless of your fitness abilities or hiking experience, this hiking tour can be tailored to you so you can get the most out of what you are looking for.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Welcome to Rio and Birdwatching at the Tijuca National Park
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Early in the morning, your guide will collect you from your hotel or the airport and head straight towards Tijuca National Park, just 30 minutes away. The rainforest offers wonderful birdwatching opportunities with several Atlantic Forest endemics like Black-cheeked Gnateaters, Scaled Antbirds, Plain Parakeets, Pin-tailed Manakins, Red-necked Tanagers among others. You'll enjoy a full five-hour experience spotting and learning about all different types of bird species in the rainforest.
Accommodation
Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro
Activities
Birdwatching at the Tijuca Rainforest
Restaurants
Bar da GemaOptional Activity: AU$ 84 per person
Transportations
Private Driver from Zona Sul, Rio de Janeiro - State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to Tijuca National Park
Destinations
Rio de Janeiro
Day 2
Caves Circuit Hike in Tijuca National Forest
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Did you know Rio has a complex of caves unknown to most locals? If you are brave to dive into dark spaces with a headlight to explore inside ancient caves which intrigue us with their mysterious look, then you are in for an adventure! You will love this thrilling experience especially when you are surprised by the different views outside of each cave. After five hours of hiking, you'll finish your hike at the Baronesa Waterfall!
Accommodation
Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro
Activities
Caves Circuit Hike at Tijuca National Forest
Transportations
Uber from South Zone (Rio de Janeiro) to Tijuca National Park
Uber from Tijuca National Park to Rio de Janeiro
Meals
Lunch
Destinations
Rio de Janeiro
Day 3
Alto da Boa Vista Trekking and Horto Waterfalls Hike
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Today, both of these hikes are best for experienced hikers. The Alto da Boa Vista trekking experience is a 5.6-mile trek with 604 metres in height and many minor technical challenges. This experience offers incredible viewpoints at the Alto da Boa Vista viewpoint, Emperor's Table, Chinese Vista, and many others. On your way back, the guides will take you on trails down to the Horto Neighbourhood where at least three waterfalls will offer you opportunities to freshen up!
Accommodation
Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro
Activities
Alto da Boa Vista Mountain Trekking
Horto Waterfalls Hike
Meals
Lunch
Destinations
Rio de Janeiro
Day 4
Tijuca Rainforest Guided Walk and Souls' Waterfall Trek
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After a morning guided walk in Tijuca National Park, you'll embark on a wonderful trek to the “Waterfall of Souls” or “Cachoeira das Almas” with your local guide. This fun, engaging and exciting walk is available for those of all different experience levels. It will be a nice relaxing seven-kilometre walk after the challenging treks from the days before. You'll be able to see the various waterfalls and enjoy a refreshing dip!
Accommodation
Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro
Activities
Tijuca National Park
Cachoeira das Almas Trek
Transportations
Uber from South Zone (Rio de Janeiro) to Tijuca National Park
Meals
Lunch
Destinations
Rio de Janeiro
Day 5
Two Brothers Mountain Hike and Favela Tour
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Would you like to have an overall sense of the city's landscape while hiking in the forest of one of the most iconic rock mountains in Leblon Beach? Then, you'll want to head out on this hike to the Two Brothers Rock Mountain Lookout. After a break for lunch, you will then walk with a local guide through the Vidigal Favela, one of the most famous favelas in the city, all the way up to the Dois Irmãos viewpoint.
Activities
The Two Brothers Mountain LookoutOptional Activity
Favela da Rocinha Tour
Meals
Lunch
Destinations
Rio de Janeiro
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What’s included?
4 nights accommodation
7 activities
4 lunches
Gratuities
Ground transportation
Licensed English speaking guides
Trekking permits
What’s not included?
Airport transfer
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entrance fees
Entry visas / airport departure tax
International flights
Laundry
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Starting From
AU$ 2,700/ per traveller sharing
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