Tijuca Forest w/ Chinese View,cascatinha Taunay,horto waterfall and parque laje

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

4 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
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Offered in: English

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Overview

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.

Discover the incredible flora and fauna of Brazil in it's natural habitat
Transport for up to five people available for convenience
Learn about the historic Cascatinha Taunay
Visit the neighbourhood of Parque Lage

What's Included

Tour guide
Car or Jeep (more than 5 people)

Snacks
Bottled water

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

we do the transfer from any point of Rio de Janeiro, except in non strategic points of tourism or outside the commercial route stipulated for the day. Prefer to stay in points south of Rio de Janeiro like Copacabana, Leblon and Ipanema.

Itinerary

Vista Chinesa

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Emperor's Table

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cascatinha Taunay

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Parque Lage

50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible

Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

4.7

based on 29 reviews

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Avoid at all costs!

Philip_S, Nov 2023

There is no zero stars allowed. We have used Viator a lot across the world and this is the first time that the tour operator did not turn up, message us or acknowledge our messages. I hope that all is well but my advice is simple - DO NOT BOOK THIS TOUR OR USE THIS OPERATOR! This spoilt our last day in Rio.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

First all I am sorry for this inconvinience. I never had this problem in 10 years of work. I believe you have booked the tour for all 5 stars reviews you have read. Unfornatelly I had a problem with our google calendar that have changed your tour for other date, instead of the right one. It never happened before and We made changes in our system working now with two calendars. it is important mention that after explain you what happened by message we fastly have Refunded your money back. I know that even this attitude we are not able to come back on time and fix this mistake. We wish you all the best! Sincerely, Ederson

Amazing & relaxing 1/2 day tour!

Crystal_J, Nov 2023

My husband and I loved this 1/2 day tour. He was so knowledgeable and let us spend as much time as we wanted at each spot thru the Tijuca Forest. The highlights were Parque Lage ( he walked us through the awesome forest & had a drink in the gorgeous old mansion) , the Chinese lookout had the most amazing view and we got to watch about 20 monkeys swinging thru the trees, Emperor's lookout, and the Cascatinha waterfall were all so beautiful!! Our tour guide was such a great guy, we had a blast!!! 😊

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Dear Chrystal, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive experience on the 1/2 day tour! I'm thrilled to hear that both you and your husband enjoyed the excursion. It warms my heart to know that you found our tour guide knowledgeable and accommodating, allowing you to spend as much time as you wanted at each spot in the Tijuca Forest. Exploring Parque Lage and strolling through the forest, followed by a drink in the old mansion, sounds like a delightful experience. I'm glad you enjoyed the breathtaking view from the Chinese lookout and had the chance to witness about 20 monkeys swinging through the trees – what a unique and memorable sight! The Emperor's lookout and Cascatinha waterfall are indeed stunning, and I'm pleased they left a positive impression on you. It was a pleasure to have you both on the tour, and I'm delighted to hear that our guide contributed to making it a blast for you. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we appreciate your feedback. If you ever plan to explore more, we would be honored to have you join us again. Thank you for choosing our tour, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future! Best regards, Ederson Trip in Rio

Great trip, great guide.

Neil_C, Sep 2023

This was a great trip. Ederson was a brilliant guide. Very knowledgeable and very pleasant. We visited all the main spots in Tijuca and also went to Parque Lage. Was lucky to see some Toucans as well. Highly recommend this tour and this company.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

It's fantastic to hear that you had a great trip exploring the Tijuca Forest and its various attractions, including Chinese View, Cascatinha Taunay, Horto Waterfall, and Parque Lage. Ederson's expertise and pleasant demeanor clearly added to the overall quality of your experience. The opportunity to spot toucans must have been an exciting bonus! Your recommendation of both the tour and the company is highly appreciated and will surely be helpful for other travelers looking for an excellent experience. Thank you for sharing your positive feedback!

Spectacular tour

Ashley_M, Mar 2023

Amazing tour! We cannot believe all of the beautiful places and wildlife we saw. Very one-on-one experience. It truly exceeded my expectations. Cannot wait to come back to Rio and do another tour. Would highly recommend. Was an obvious highlight of our time in Rio.

Response from Host, Aug 2023

I'm overjoyed to hear that you had an amazing tour experience with us! It's fantastic to know that you were able to witness the beauty of the places and wildlife that Rio has to offer. Providing a personalized and unforgettable experience is my goal, and I'm thrilled that it exceeded your expectations. Your mention of coming back for another tour is truly heartwarming, and I'd be honored to guide you through more of Rio's wonders when you return. Thank you for the high recommendation and for allowing me to be a highlight of your time in Rio. Looking forward to welcoming you back for another incredible adventure!

Amazing forest in the middle of the city

Jayden_B, Jan 2023

Ended up being the only one on the tour which gave a much more personal experience. This is definitely a must do for anyone interested in nature and history - despite being in the middle of the city, you feel a million miles away

Response from Host, Jan 2023

Thank you very much for the nice words you have posted about my service. Rio de Janeiro is open for your next trip and trip in Rio will be ready for your nice moments

Amazing Tour

FranzPeter_W, Mar 2020

best Guide in the City wonderful tour amazing rainforest waterfall and botanic garden we had a wonderful time

Response from Host, Jan 2021

Hello Franz...Thanks to write that I am the best Guide in the City! I hope you have a chance to come back and visit the city again! Regards!

Excellent tour!!!!

Ashley_C, Feb 2020

I had an excellent, personalized tour. The tour guide was very informative and attentive to me needs. I particularly loved the botanical garden. I would highly recommend this tour to people who are traveling to Rio de Janeiro!!!!

Response from Host, Mar 2020

Thank you very much for the comment and thank you for recommending the tour to the entire TripAdvisor community.

Em contacto com a natureza!

Maria_P, Jan 2022

Vistas deslumbrantes desde a vista chinesa, floresta da Tijuca , a natureza em estado puro, e um pouco de história e da flora brasileira. O guia Sr Jael mto simpático e conhecedor. Adoramos!