Top Activities on the Ground in Southeast Brazil - page 4

Hike to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain during this 5-hour adventure in Rio de Janeiro. With your local hiking guide, head out along the trail toward the top of one of the city's most famous lookout points. Listen as your guide orients the group to the history, culture and ecosystem surrounding Sugar Loaf Mountain along the way. At the top, enjoy 360 degree views of the Zona Sul, Niterói city and other Rio landmarks. Board the cable car and descend to Morro da Urca to finish your excursion.

Get an overview of Rio's most important sights during this full-day tour. Travel through the Tijuca Forest to see the Christ the Redeemer statue. Take the cable car from Urca up to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain, before visiting downtown highlgihts such as Maracanã (outside only), the Sambadrome area, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Sao Bento Monastery and Selarón Stairs. Round-trip transport from selected hotels in Rio is included, and you can opt to include admission tickets and lunch.

The low-hanging rocky outcrop of Pedra do Telégrafo provides one of Rio de Janeiro’s top photo opportunities. This small-group guided tour takes you on a hike from Guaratiba on the west side of Rio, to the famed photo spot. On the way you’ll get excellent views of the beaches of Parque da Pedra Branca and Recreio dos Bandeirantes.

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.

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.

Hike to the summit of Pedra Bonita, a rocky viewpoint with a magnificent look at Rio de Janeiro and Guanabara Bay. This moderate 4-hour hiking tour through the Tijuca Forest takes you along the Agulhinha Gavea trail to the granite peak. Snap photos of Pedra da Gávea, São Conrado and the hang gliders taking off from the top. Upgrade to venture with your own personal guide on a private tour that includes round-trip hotel transport.

Rappel from Bico do Papagaio on this guided hike in the Tijuca Forest and be treated to views of Rio de Janeiro. A specialist guide provides climbing equipment and support while you descend 65 feet (20 meters) from the summit. You’ll have the unforgettable opportunity to refresh under Cachoeira das Almas (Waterfall of the Souls) and visit the Tijuca National Park Museum. Upgrade to venture with your own personal guide on a private tour that includes round-trip hotel transport.

Saco do Mamanguá is known as the only Brazilian fjord, an arm of the sea that enters the mountains, offering a unique and spectacular landscape. From the top of Pico Pão de Açúcar, located in the fjord, you can admire all the beauty of the place and connect with nature in its purest state. This is an experience that will stay with you for a lifetime. In addition to the wonderful photos we will take from the top of the rock, you will experience a tour full of emotions. Don't miss the opportunity to discover one of the most beautiful natural places in the world!

Discover the past and present culture of Sao Paulo on a small-group bike tour. Pedal through vibrant street art murals, charming neighborhoods, and iconic landmarks while your guide provides illuminating commentary. Enjoy a relaxed pace, plenty of stops for photos, and the chance to experience the city like a local. This excursion is perfect for travelers seeking an immersive and active way to explore Sao Paulo's offbeat urban scene.

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.

Focus on the history of Brazil's political systems on this walking tour of Rio de Janeiro. This alternative tour delves deep into the political history of the huge country, including topic such as dictatorships, militarism, Getulio Vargas, Aterro do Flamengo, and others that typical tours don't talk about. This is the perfect option for history buffs or those who want to know the real story of Brazil's complicated history.

Discover the remarkable Pedra do Telégrafo during this 6-hour hiking tour in Rio de Janeiro. Travel to Pedra Branca State Park and start up the trail from Praia Grande in Barra de Guaratiba. Trek 2 miles (3.5 km) to the 1,161-foot (354-meter) summit, stopping at viewpoints and picturesque lookouts along the way. Get views of Rio's area beaches like Praia do Perigoso, Praia do Meio, Grumari, Pontal do Recreio, Barra da Tijuca, Pedra da Gávea and all the Restinga da Marambaia. Round-trip transportation is included with the private tour option.

The ideal tour to enjoy the main sights of Rio de Janeiro. In this 7-hour tour you will get to know a little of the South Zone and the beach of São Conrado (main landing zone of Hang gliding and Paragliding, Tijuca National Forest, Corcovado, we go through Santa Teresa known as the traditional neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro and the Selarón Steps in Lapa where Snoop Dogg filmed his famous video “Beautiful”.

Santa Teresa is one of the most bucolic neighborhoods in Rio de Janeiro and is close to the city center. A trip to the past visiting the historic center of Rio, Praça Mauá, Metropolitan Cathedral, Selaron Staircase, Casa França Brasil. The neighborhood of Santa Teresa houses mansions from the early 20th century. Today it is a stronghold of plastic artists, where there is the tram, dated 1897. The Tour takes place twice a day, in the morning and in the afternoon ..

This small-group adventure combines a scenic hike through lush forests with a challenging rock climb to Sugarloaf Mountain. Learn local history as you ascend to the top for panoramic views of Rio, then take a cable car ride down. All necessary climbing equipment and a professional accredited climbing guide are included, but lunch and other food or drinks are not provided.

Walk through the Brazilian Atlantic Rainforest with a naturalist guide during this 4-hour tour from São Paulo. On foot, follow your guide through the dense tropical forest in search of native animals. Listen to informative commentary about the endemic plants and flowers as you weave through the dense thickets of tropical vegetation. Stop at a nearby waterfall to cool off under its impressive cascade and admire the machinery of a defunct water wheel house. Round-trip transportation from São Paulo hotels or the airport is included.

Discover the captivating natural beauty amid the urban sprawl of Rio de Janeiro on a bike tour with an expert guide. Visit iconic landmarks like Sugar Loaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach, stopping regularly to listen to informative commentary and capture excellent photographs. Gaze at the resplendent Christ the Redeemer statue on his cliff-top perch; cycle alongside the gorgeous Ipanema Beach; and enjoy the shaded serenity of the area surrounding the Rodrigo de Freitas Lake.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at Maracanã Stadium during this guided tour. Explore the stadium, renovated for the 2014 FIFA World Cup, check out the locker rooms. Sit on the team bench where greats like Pele rested after he scored his thousandth goal. Listen as your guide tells tales of legendary matches like Brazil's devastating loss in the 1950 World Cup. Round-trip climate-controlled transportation from most Rio hotels is included. (if option is selected)

On the west side of Rio, inside the huge Pedra Branca State Park, with plenty of native forest and wild life, Pedra do Telégrafo is Instagram famous due to an optical illusion that makes it look as though you are hanging off the mountainside. Get your own selfies while enjoying sweeping views of beautiful beaches and forest on this walking tour. On the way back, you'll drive by Grumari, Prainha, Macumba, and Recreio dos Bandeirantes beaches.

Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Rio de Janeiro, without becoming fatigued, on this sightseeing small-group electric bike tour. Ride through the city’s historic center and past famous beaches like Copacabana and Ipanema. Stop to admire architecture, street art, stunning landscapes, and key landmarks such as Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer, Marina da Glória, and the Copacabana Palace Spa.

Spend the day lounging on a yacht in the picturesque Ilha Grande bay. Visit Araca Beach and enjoy the tropical scenery of the distant rainforest and mountains all around, then travel to quiet beaches accessible by ocean, stopping for a free buffet lunch at Praia de Japariz, a golden sandy beach with turquoise waves ideal for snorkeling and swimming. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Escape the city crowds and capture Brazil’s most famous optical-illusion photo on this guided hike to Pedra do Telégrafo.

Enjoy a private hiking and beach hopping adventure on Ilha Grande. After leaving Vila do Abraão, explore Black Beach and the ruins of Lazareto on your way to Feiticeira Waterfall. Take an invigorating waterfall shower before continuing to the beaches of Enseada das Estrelas for snorkeling and sunbathing. Pick a restaurant for lunch before heading back to Abraão by foot.

Hike to Pico da Tijuca, the tallest peak in Tijuca National Park. This half-day hiking adventure with a professional guide introduces you to the natural history of the Tijuca Forest and treats you to unparalleled views via a rock-carved staircase. See Rio from above, marvel at the beauty of a pristine waterfall and visit the Tijuca National Park Museum. Upgrade to venture with your own personal guide on a private tour that includes round-trip hotel transport.