The 4 Best Hiking Tours in Rio De Janeiro

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

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

Explore Tijuca Forest with a bilingual guide such as Vini, Riccardo, Tito, or Luiza on a moderate 6.2 km trail. Visit Taunay Waterfall, Mayrink Chapel, a suspension bridge, coffee-era ruins, Morcego’s Grotto, and Baronesa Cascade, where you can cool off under the falls. Hotel pickup is available from selected South Zone properties.

“Hike was good. Guide Vini is quite knowledgeable and friendly. Going to nature is always healing, but cannot say i was exited with what i saw. There were no mosquitos, we didn't see animals, places were sometimes empty, then other people arrive. So these conditions vary. Hike was not average, for me it was closer to easy level, however in the end everybody was sleeping in the car) So it's a good option to spend some time in Rio and explore the park. Car arrived almost on time, but i would like if orginizers will also send information about the car, like plate number, model or name on the car.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 417 reviews · 4 hours - 390 minutes · from $56Best value

Start early for a guided climb through Pedra Branca State Park to Pedra do Telégrafo, where Rio’s wild western coast spreads below you. The uphill walk takes about an hour, with photo stops at Pedra da Bigorna and the famous summit rock. Then cool off at Grumari or Prainha Beach. Guides may include Dayvison, Erick, Nicolas, Leo, or Felipe.

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

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3.Sunrise and Sunrise Walk Two Brothers with Local Guide

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

Meet your local guide at Vidigal before dawn, ride a community motor taxi or van to the trailhead, then walk 1.5 km through Atlantic Forest to the 533-meter summit of Morro Dois Irmãos. Guides such as Rodrigo, Milena, Leo, and Robinson lead at an easy group pace, provide lanterns, and take photos at the top.

“Very challenging hike but the views are totally worth it. The hike was a little over a mile, up the mountain all the way. Our guide, Milena, was amazing. Everything was well organized.”

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4.Rio de Janeiro: Pedra da Gávea 7-Hour Hike

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

Take a demanding guided hike from sea level to Pedra da Gávea’s 840-meter summit. You’ll walk through Tijuca National Park, use ropes and climbing gear at the Carrasqueira, and finish with wide views over Rio. Guides including Eduardo, Lucas, Sergio, and Fernando speak English, Spanish, or Portuguese and often take photos during the day.

“Fantastic hike and what a reward at the top, unbelievable views! Our guide Eduardo was very attentive and helpful, especially at the rick climbing/bouldering sections. Would definitely recommend for any who loves challenging hikes with fantastic vistas.”

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