Top Rio de Janeiro Hiking Tours - page 3

Enjoy a flexible, fully customized way to experience Rio de Janeiro—and opt to visit the sights that interest you most—on this private, full-day sightseeing tour. Traveling aboard a private vehicle makes getting around seamless. Choose to stop at major landmarks including Christ the Redeemer, Sugar Loaf Mountain, and the Selaron Steps (admission tickets own expense). You can also explore the historic city center, visit Tijuca Forest, or discover bohemian Santa Teresa.

Explore the incredible urban forest of Tijuca, with this guided hiking adventure in the heart of Rio De Janeiro. The region is filled with amazing wildlife and flora in their natural environment with the opportunity to admire tucan birds, monkeys, armadillos and anteaters along the way. Enjoy panoramic landscapes while visiting the Taunay Waterfall and the Vista Chinesa viewpoint before returning to the city.

Explore the parts of Rio de Janeiro that interest you—and skip the ones that don’t—on a private customized tour. This bespoke excursion is perfect for discerning travelers who want to maximize every moment of their vacation time without a humdrum highlights tour. Whether you decide to observe wildlife at Tijuca Forest or uncover the city’s hidden corners, your guide will organize the perfect itinerary.

Take your Rio de Janeiro visit to new heights thanks to this small-group hiking excursion to the top of Pedra da Gavea. Travel to Rio’s Tijuca rainforest for your ascent of this 2,770-foot (844-meter) pinnacle of rock, admiring local wildlife during the steep climb. You’ll eventually strap on climbing equipment, completing a few basic rock climbing sections on your trip to the top. Enjoy stunning views of greater Rio from the peak before rappelling back down. A guide and all necessary equipment are all included.

Tijuca National Park is a great opportunity to get to know Rio de Janeiro's rich avifauna, with endemic species of the Atlantic Forest. This is an ideal tour for those who want to start bird watching or for those more experienced birders.

Discover one of Rio De Janeiro's most incredible natural treasures with this tour of the urban Tijuca Forest. Travel with a guide in a comfortable car or Jeep and visit the forests's most iconic attractions. Admire gorgeous sights from the Chinese viewpoint, marvel at the diverse range of plant life at the Emperor's Table and visit the historic house of Cascatinha Taunay.

Embark on a thrilling adventure to Sugar Loaf Mountain that combines a scenic hike through lush forests with an easy-level rock climb. Learn local history as you ascend to the top for panoramic views of Rio, and take a cable car ride for part of your descent. This small-group adventure is ideal for those who want to go beyond traditional sightseeing and also includes all necessary gear.

Rio de Janeiro is home to one of the largest and most famous landscapes in the world, the Corcovado Mountain, where the main symbol of Rio de Janeiro and Brazil, the Cristo Redentor, is located. Along with the beautiful beaches and breathtaking landscapes between the mountain and the sea, this city has been designated the World Heritage. Rio 40° Turismo offers a great package for you to enjoy the Cidade Maravilhosa, visit the enchanting statue of Christ Redeemer, admire the unique view of Pão de Açúcar as well as the Tijuca Forest, the largest urban forest in the world. You will also meet the Sambadrome of Rio de Janeiro and do an external visit to the wonderful area of world soccer, the stadium of Maracanã. With these sites, we will make your trip through Rio unforgettable.

Discover the UNESCO-listed Tijuca National Rainforest and famous Christ the Redeemer Statues on a small-group hiking tour. Start the moderate 6.2-mile (10-km) hike at Lage Park, at the base of Corcovado Mountain, with your guide, who navigates so you don't have to worry about getting lost. Take in the aerial views from the top of the mountain and look out for local wildlife along the way.

Rio de Janeiro has no shortage of spectacular vistas. Dois Irmãos Hill is one of the best and perhaps most interesting, overlooking both glamourous beaches and gritty favelas. Begin early with a hotel pick-up in a traditional kombi (VW bus) to the trailhead at the base of Two Brothers Hill. Hike through Tijuca Forest to summit Dois Irmãos for a panoramic view of Rio’s South Zone. Hike back down continuing the tour with a closer look at favela life before being dropped off back at your hotel.

While in Rio de Janeiro, go out for a night in the city with this admission ticket to see the live show Ginga Tropical at Leblon theater. This 1.5-hour show is in its fifth year running, and it gives you an interactive tour of Brazilian culture through dance, music, and live performance. Watch as artists combine frevo, Capoeira, and other methods of entertainment. At the end of the show, you can even join in as the cast invites the audience to samba with them in a Carnival-inspired finale.

Hike to one of Rio de Janeiro's most iconic viewpoints at sunset during a private hiking tour to Pedra do Telégrafo, famous for its panoramic views of Rio's golden coastline. Taking a private tour means you can set a pace that suits you and your group, so you can stop for rest and photos whenever you want.

Explore Rio and visit Sugar Loaf Mountain during this 4-hour morning tour. Visit some of the city's most important landmarks, including the Metropolitan Cathedral and Copacabana Beach. Then, board a glassed-in cable car bound for Sugar Loaf's peak, stopping once at a scenic viewpoint. Upon reaching the top of Sugar Loaf at 1,299 feet (396 meters) above sea level, admire the views of Niteroi, Copacabana, and Santa Cruz Fortress. Round-trip transportation from selected Rio hotels is included.

You haven’t experienced Rio until you’ve taken in a Brazilian sunset. Save time as an experienced guide and driver navigates you through the busy streets during this afternoon tour to popular attractions like Christ the Redeemer, Metropolitan Cathedral, and Selarón Stairs. Wrap up a wonderful day of exploration atop Sugar Loaf Mountain as you watch the sun set over iconic Copacabana Beach.

Get more out of your visit to the famous Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden when you go with a guide. Walk through the highlights of this UNESCO-listed biosphere reserve while learning about learning about its history and mission, plus see plants and animals from around the world like monkeys, toucans, and giant Amazonian water lilies. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.

On this tour to Turistando RJ, you will get to know one of the most acclaimed tourist spots by lovers of outdoor activities, together with the Tour Guide you will have a wonderful and pleasant day enjoying unique and memorable panoramic views. Your Tour Guide will pick you up at your hotel and soon after everyone will be driven by vehicle to Pedra do Telégrafo, the route has a hike of a degree considered medium and anyone in good health can do it. Located in the West Zone of Rio de Janeiro, Pedra do Telégrafo became famous for its photos with paradisiacal views, taken from the tip of a rock and causing the false feeling that you are in an abyss, bringing then admiration for the feeling of adrenaline and security. Observation: The photos are taken from an angle that seems to be at a high altitude, just below the main stone there is another stone that is no more than two meters high, so the photos are taken in complete safety guided by the Tour Guide.

The bohemian Santa Teresa and the nightlife hub of Lapa are two of Rio de Janeiro’s most atmospheric neighborhoods. With this walking tour, explore some of the city’s most photo-worthy spots, including the Ruins Park (closed Tuesdays), the vibrant Selarón Steps, and Cinelândia. Take in the views as you ride the local tram, stroll through the Passeio Público, and visit the legendary Confeitaria Colombo café.

Most Ilha Grande tours show you around the island by boat only. Get up close for better views of the area during this private Ilha Grande walking tour. Follow a guide on foot around to three of the area's most popular beaches, including Palmas, Pouso, and Lopes Mendes. Plus, your private group can have up to 12 people and round-trip transport from Rio is included.

Tour Rio de Janeiro your way, with a private car and driver, during this fully customizable tour. Choose the landmarks and attractions that you want to visit, such as Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado, Sugar Loaf Mountain, the Selarón Steps, the Metropolitan Cathedral and the city's famous beaches. Learn about the food, language, culture and history of the city and its inhabitants from your informative local guide while you explore. Round trip transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle is included.

And an opportunity to learn to samba with a carnival queen of Rio de Janeiro. Besides having a lot of fun, you will learn to sambar ....

Explore two of Rio’s neighborhoods—the Historic Center and the artsy district of Santa Teresa—in one morning or afternoon on this compact tour. Start by admiring the early colorful buildings and 19th-century tramline of Santa Teresa, then head to the Historic Center to visit sites such as Cinelandia, the Arcos da Lapa, Teles Arches, and Praça XV.

Trek through Tijuca National Park and rappel down a waterfall with local hiking guide during an eco-adventure in Rio. Hike through the world's largest urban rainforest, learning about its history, plant and animal life through commentary from your guide. Reach Horto Falls, located on a defunct coffee farm. Using the provided equipment, rappel down the falls into a natural well. Keep an eye out for local wildlife native to the Carioca Mountain Range.

Walk through Old Rio on this afternoon sightseeing tour with a local guide. During this half-day outing, wind through the narrow lanes and baroque-style buildings while your guide fills you in on the history and legends of the area. Visit sites like the Metropolitan Cathedral, Carioca Square and the Imperial Palace. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.

Just beyond Rio lies a world of adventure—one you’ll sink into deeply on this guided tour. After pickup from your hotel, you’ll head straight into nature, hiking roughly 4 miles to waterfalls, lakes, historic sites, vistas, swimming pools (bring your gear!), and through one of the largest urban forests on the planet. Watch for wildlife like monkeys and coatis, take an al fresco picnic, and destress in these great outdoors.