Tijuca Forest Challenge Full-Day Hike (Small-Group or Private) | 8 hours to 9 hours

116 Reviews | Rio de Janeiro
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Collective small group (max.6)
2 Adults x $77.00
$154.00
Approx Total
$154.00
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: Portuguese, English
  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
  • Guided Hike
  • Transport in small vehicle (max. 6 people) / (optional air conditioner)
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Licensed tour guide
  • Insurance
  • Food, water, drinks
  • Pick up/drop off OUT of the designated meeting points/areas

Overview

A challenging hike in a very unusual part of Tijuca Forest, one of the biggest urban forests in the world. On this circuit of trails you'll walk approx. 5h, for 10,4km (6.5mi), with an elevation gain of 848m (2,670ft) and discover the nature and beauty of the jungle. Reach the Taquara Hill (814m=2670ft), a 100m higher than Christ Redeemer with mazing views to the valley of the forest and the city, in clear days. Visit caves and also coffee farms ruin. After the hike, refresh in a waterfall* (bring towel/ bathing suit). On the route to the park, stop by another summit for pictures and admiring the landscape. The scenery of this tour is amazing with nature and a lot of adventure. You'll also learn the history of Brazil, of  the forest, the coffee farms of that area, and the reforestation that happened in the 1800's. *The flow on the falls varies according to the rain. *it also goes to Vista Chinesa but only on working days (on weekends/holidays Vista Chinesa is closed for vehicles)

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Transport is included from designated hotels (more than 100 options) on the neighborhoods of Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Leme, Santa Teresa, Flamengo and Botafogo. Choose the best/closest option on the list as your meeting point ... Read more â–¼

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Meeting points

Transport is included from designated hotels (more than 50 options) on the neighborhoods of Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Leme, Santa Teresa, Flamengo and Botafogo. When booking, choose from a list the best/closest option as your meeting point.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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Additional Info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • Very good fitness required. HARD level hike. NO technical rock climbing, just hiking.
  • Hike details: 10,4km (6,5mi) (up and down rough terrain), 4 to 5h, elev. gain 848m=2782ft.
  • Passport name, number and date of birth is required at time of booking for all participants (for insurance)
  • Not recommended for child under 14 and they must be accompanied.
  • Maximum of 6 participants on the tour (or you can choose a private option)
  • Vista Chinesa summit is also visited but only on working days.
  • Not recommended for people who are not used to hike.
  • Not recommended for travelers that are not fit and doing exercise on a regular basis.

Free Cancellation

June 18100% refund
June 19No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Reviews

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The perfect day for the curious

Published on Feb, 2025

This trip made for an amazing day. Our guide Gustavo was friendly and fun, full of knowledge, and a great resource even outside of the hike. He shared so much about the history and ecology of both Brazil and Tinuca throughout the day that I was left wanting to learn more and more. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone looking for a Carioca adventure. Ten out of ten without question and that is not a rating I give lightly.

Alternative Viewpoints

Published on Feb, 2025

Rio apart from the Beaches. Hiking through Tijuca Forrest to alternative (great) viewpoints. Perfectly and flexibly organized.

Epic Experience with Riccardo

Published on Feb, 2025

As a solo traveler, I was a bit nervous to book a hiking tour in the middle of a rainforest. I am so glad I decided to book this one!! Riccardo was a perfect guide - very informative and super cool, funny, down to earth, suggesting pictures to take, and made for a great experience. The hike was great with several stops at vistas for epic views, the biggest cave in Rio, and ending with a refreshing waterfall shower. Half the hike is uphill, so you need to be in good physical condition. You can go at your own pace, though. Highly recommend booking with Riccardo, and Luisa (guide in training) was fantastic as well! This was my favorite excursion in Rio as a lover of hikes and nature!

Nice nature hike!

Published on Jan, 2025

Pietro was our guide and he is amazing. Explained a lot about the history and nature of Brazil and Tijuca national park. There was only 1 other person booked so it was just the three of us. The hike was honestly much easier than expected and faster, but you do need stamina. Path is not very technical. The sights we saw were pretty, the waterfall at the start and the grotto and Chinese viewpoint. The shower at the end made me feel reborn. I took extra water because it was a hot day but i only used 2 liters.

Must Do in Rio!

Published on Jan, 2025

Super Tourguide, very professional - everyone who is in Rio should do this! We saw the beautiful national park in a small group, there were enough time to ask questions and we got a lots of background information about the history of Rio de Janeiro. Thank you so much :-)

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