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The 5 Best Rio De Janeiro Hiking Tours

5 hikes  ·  from $56 a head

The good rio de janeiro hiking tours cap their group sizes and fill up weeks ahead. Below: the 5 to book early, what each includes and where they differ.

Rio: Tijuca Forest Small Group Hike to Caves and Waterfalls - The route from Taunay Waterfall to Mayrink Chapel
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Rio: Tijuca Forest Small Group Hike to Caves and Waterfalls

1.Rio: Tijuca Forest Small Group Hike to Caves and Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 536 reviews · 6 hours · from $69Our pick

Spend six hours exploring Tijuca Forest with an English or Portuguese speaking guide such as Vini, Riccardo, Tito, or Luiza. The moderate 6.2 km route visits Taunay Waterfall, Mayrink Chapel, a suspension bridge, coffee-era ruins, Bat Grotto, and Baronesa Cascade, with time for a waterfall shower.

“our guide Richie was great and made the trip very fun and interesting. the trip itself was also very nice. Highly recommendable.”

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Pedra do Telégrafo Hike and Beach Full-Day Tour - The ride from Rio to Guaratiba
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Pedra do Telégrafo Hike and Beach Full-Day Tour

2.Pedra do Telégrafo Hike and Beach Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 417 reviews · 4 hours - 390 minutes · from $56Cheapest way up

Ride from selected Rio neighborhoods to Guaratiba, hike about an hour up Guaratiba Hill to Pedra do Telégrafo, and enjoy wide views of Rio’s wild western coast. Guides such as Erick, Dayvison, Nicolas, and Felipe help with the steep trail and photos, then take you to Grumari or Prainha Beach.

“Amazing tour! Gustavo our tour guide was amazing! Thank you”

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Sunrise and Sunrise Walk Two Brothers with Local Guide - The motor taxi ride through Vidigal
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Sunrise and Sunrise Walk Two Brothers with Local Guide

3.Sunrise and Sunrise Walk Two Brothers with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 193 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $64Best guided

Meet your accredited local guide at Vidigal before dawn, ride a community motor taxi or van to the trailhead, then hike 1.5 km through Atlantic Forest to the 533-meter summit of Morro Dois Irmãos. Guides such as Rodrigo, Milena, Leo, Jessie, and Robinson provide lamps, breaks, photos, and local stories. Expect a moderate, sometimes steep hike and spectacular views of Rio.

“The experience was absolutely incredible! The views from the top of Morro Dois Irmãos at sunrise are truly breathtaking, totally worth the early wake-up. Everything was perfectly organized, and our guide Rodrigo was the best! Super friendly, knowledgeable, and made us feel safe the whole way. One of the highlights of my trip to Rio. Highly recommended!”

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Rio de Janeiro: Pedra da Gávea 7-Hour Hike - The three-hour ascent through Tijuca National Park
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Rio de Janeiro: Pedra da Gávea 7-Hour Hike

4.Pedra da Gávea 7-Hour Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 183 reviews · 8 hours · from $56

You’ll climb Pedra da Gávea from sea level through Tijuca National Park, then tackle the 30-meter Carrasqueira rock section with ropes and guide support. Eduardo, Lucas, Sergio, Fernando, and other multilingual guides lead small groups of up to six. Expect a hard, scenic hike, strong views, and excellent photos.

“Communication with provider was very clear and efficient. Guide (Eduardo) was excellent. You should bring fitness as it is a steep hike, not a walk in the park. But absolutely worth it. Highly recommended.”

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Rio de Janeiro: Tijuca Forest Challenge Hike Full-Day Trip - Starting at Cascatinha Taunay
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Rio de Janeiro: Tijuca Forest Challenge Hike Full-Day Trip

5.Tijuca Forest Challenge Hike Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 163 reviews · 9 hours · from $86

Spend nine hours exploring Tijuca National Park on a demanding 10.4 km rainforest circuit. With guides such as Gustavo, Ricardo, Pietro, Tito, and Roberto, you’ll climb Taquara Hill, visit Cascatinha Taunay, old coffee-farm ruins, a cave, and a waterfall. Pickup is available from selected South Zone hotels, with groups limited to six.

“This was an amazing hike! Tito shared so much knowledge about Brazils history, political system, and the Forest. The views were AMAZING! The pace was relaxing and steady. Great conversation all around.”

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