Top Brazil Outdoor Activities

Rio de Janeiro’s magnificent mountains and sea cliffs are hugely popular with hang gliders and paragliders. With this group tour, experience the thrill of flying through the air and admire the city from above. Accompanied by an instructor, enjoy a tandem hang gliding or paragliding flight from Pedra Bonita mountain.

Explore the Rocinha with whom you live and know the territory. This tour offers a safe and authentic immersion in Brazil’s largest favela, guided by a local resident. The journey begins with a motorcycle-taxi ride and includes stops at strategic points that reveal the daily life of the community, away from stereotypes. The experience is educational, respectful and built on the basis of real experience, promoting conscious tourism and the dialogue about social transformation through education.

Discover an incredible urban forest without leaving Rio de Janeiro. This small group tour of Tijuaca National Park takes you to the most scenic viewpoints, including a beautiful beach and the famous Pedra Bonita peak. Your guide will also take you on a short hike to access a cave or one of the many waterfalls in the park that you can swim in.

Escape the crowds and discover a different side of Rio de Janeiro on an unforgettable adventure through Tijuca National Park, home to the world's largest urban reforested rainforest. Your experience begins with convenient hotel pickup before heading into the heart of the Tijuca Rainforest. Accompanied by an experienced bilingual guide, you'll explore scenic jungle trails, hidden caves, crystal-clear waterfalls, and breathtaking viewpoints while learning about the unique ecosystem that makes this park one of Rio's greatest natural treasures. Along the way, keep an eye out for local wildlife, including toucans, monkeys, coatis, butterflies, and many other species that call the rainforest home. They might appear to welcome you! Unlike traditional city tours, this experience takes you beyond Rio's famous landmarks and into the wild heart of the city, offering an authentic connection with nature and one of the most diverse environments in Brazil.

In this experience, you will surf at Arpoador Beach, in Ipanema, choosing the best conditions of the day for your level. We will start with theoretical and practical instructions on the sand, covering the position on the board, paddling, dropping and safety rules. Then, we will go to the sea to apply what we have learned. Arpoador Beach is famous for its consistent waves and spectacular views of the sunset, making the experience even more special. Get ready to have fun, learn and enjoy the natural beauty of Rio de Janeiro!

Depending on which country you visit from, the natural wonder of Iguassu Falls looks wildly different. This private tour arranges entry to both the Brazilian and Argentine sides of the waterfalls, so you can admire the water and scenery from a range of perspectives. Plus, exploring with a private guide means that you can explore at a pace that suits you.

Ride through Tijuca National Park's rainforest in an open-top Jeep during this half-day trip from Rio. During guided eco-tour, hike through the forest to spot sloths, butterflies, monkeys, and birds. Enjoy panoramic views from Vista Chinesa (Chinese View) and marvel at the fact that this section of the Mata Atlântica (Atlantic Forest) is just 10 minutes outside the city limits. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.

Get an overview of Rio's most important sights during this comprehensive day tour. With your guide, tick off Christ the Redeemer statue, the Selarón Steps, Maracanã Stadium, and the Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian. If you upgrade to the premium option, you can even take the cable car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain, plus stop for lunch in one of the city's best steakhouses. Round-trip, air-conditioned transportation from Rio hotels is included.

Lanzarote is known for its stunning coastline, but without local knowledge, it can be easy to miss some of its most beautiful places. With this tour, a guide leads the way on a boat, so you can follow them on a jet ski and take in the views. Discover pristine beaches and hidden coastal gems that you might not see otherwise and have plenty of fun at the same time.

Whether you’re just arriving in Rio or departing, this transfer service has your ground transportation covered. Meet your driver at Galeao International Airport (GIG) and enjoy a swift journey to your hotel in Rio de Janeiro. If your vacation is over, your driver ensures timely arrival at the airport for your departure flight.

See Rio de Janeiro's landscapes from a new perspective as you soar above landmarks like Christ the Redeemer, Ipanema Beach, and more. Whether you’re visiting the city or are a local, experience the city in a new way without lage crowds and lines. Learn about the city in your native tongue-live guides are available in several languages.

Soar above the city of Rio de Janeiro aboard a hang glider during this thrilling adventure. Accompanied by a fully certified instructor, launch from the Tijuca National Park and glide over the lush, verdant Atlantic Forest. Take in views of some of Rio's most famous landmarks, such as Sugar Loaf Mountain, the Rocinha Favela, and the Christ the Redeemer Statue atop Corcovado Mountain. Touch down for a gentle landing on the white sands of Sao Conrado Beach.

See two iconic Rio de Janeiro landmarks from the water—Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf—on a sailing tour. Sail in Guanabara Bay or the open sea while you relax with a welcome drink and snacks. Enjoy stunning views and discover the magic of sailing from the captain who illuminates Rio’s history. This 3-hour boat tour has a maximum capacity of 20, so there'll be plenty of room onboard.

A distinguished tour with a look of a native of Brasilia, graduated in Tourism and Literature, a passionate about the pre-history of Brasilia, we offer a unique way to know Brasilia, with private tour of bicycle, car or on foot for those who like a good walk to enjoy the best spots for photos in the city

Discover the favela tour that brings together more than 18 years of experience, international recognition as the best walks in Latin America and Travellers’ Choice Badge on TripAdvisor. As a finalist for a Responsible Tour at an international tourism fair (WTM Latin America 2024), our commitment to authenticity and sustainability ensures a memorable and impactful experience. Book now and embark on a unique and meaningful journey within the favela!

Sail along Guanabara Bay just as the sun is setting below the horizon and experience Rio when it starts to come to life. This small-group sailing adventure is a perfect way to relax and see the sites such as the Museum of Contemporary Art, Sugarloaf Mountain, and the Rio-Niteroi Bridge. Relax with complimentary drinks and light snacks while you sail.

Combine three unforgettable experiences in one tour and get a taste of the Amazon Rainforest on this full-day tour from Manaus. Set sail along the mighty Amazon River in a speedboat and see the dramatic Meeting of the Waters, where the Rio Negro meets the Amazon. Next, visit an indigenous village to learn about life in the Amazon, followed by a popular wildlife-watching spot to look for wild Amazon river dolphins.

Experience the thrill of climbing Rio’s iconic Sugar Loaf Mountain with routes tailored to your skill level. Whether it’s your first time rock climbing or you’re advanced, choose from beginner-friendly top-rope to challenging multi-pitch climbs, with full instruction and equipment provided. Enjoy a fun and safe urban rock climbing challenge with a certified instructor and fantastic views of the famous landmark.

In this itinerary you will discover part of Lucio Costa's urban design and several works by Oscar Niemeyer, one of the greatest architects of all time. You will also meet several other artists whose work is integrated into the architecture and urbanism of the city. The circuit takes people to get to know the main sights of the city, reaching the Monumental Axis from its western part to Praça dos 3 Poderes. Among other places, we visited the TV Tower, City Park, Dom Bosco Sanctuary, and the South Commercial Sector. We pass by the Upper Platform of the Bus Station, National Theater, Cultural Complex of the Republic, Cathedral, Esplanada dos Ministérios, Itamaraty and arrive at Praça dos Três Poderes and Espaço Lucio Costa. We walk on shared bike paths and sidewalks and we always cross at traffic lights or crosswalks. By bike we cover circuits impossible for other vehicles and the perspective of the city is completely different.

Our tour allows you a unique view of several tourist attractions in Rio de Janeiro, such as Sugarloaf Mountain and Corcovado Mountain, in addition to passing through several historical points of our city. You experience the most beautiful sunset in Rio, enjoying our caipirinhas, making a toast to the Marvelous City!

Live this experience, on this tour you start doing a trail in a car with a guide that will explain a little bit about the local fauna and flora, after this you will take a boat that will put you near of water falls, it is amazing how close the boat arrive, you get out from there tottaly wet.

Head to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain by cable car for sweeping views of Rio de Janeiro. Your skip-the-line ticket gives you priority access to both cable cars, saving you time waiting at this popular attraction, and is valid for any departure time on the day you select. Admire the beautiful views of the city, the mountains, and the coastline from the lookout.

Summit both Corcovado and Sugar Loaf mountains on this half-day tour in Rio de Janeiro. After bright and early pickup from your Rio hotel, travel through the Tijuca National Forest to get up close with the Christ the Redeemer statue without throngs of people around. After learning about its history from your local guide, move on to Sugar Loaf Mountain for spectacular views of the sprawling city.