Tijuca Forest Half-Day Hike (Small Group or Private)
Overview
A half-day hike guided tour in Tijuca Forest National Park, one of the biggest urban rainforests in the world. Our experienced guides will take you on an amazing adventure hiking up one of the most stunning summits in Rio. You'll visit Pedra Bonita (696m=2283ft) a popular lookout in the Tijuca Rainforest with amazing views to the coastline of the city and a view to Gavea Rock, the flat 'table mountain' in Rio that provides incredible picture opportunities. During the tour, you'll experience the nature and the feeling of being in the tropical rainforest. In addition to the fun and adventure our team will provide information and curiosities about the flora and fauna, like monkeys, quatis, and toucans, that may appear in the way.
Highlights:
- Tijuca Rainforest National Park (03rd biggest urban forest in the world)
- Amazing views in clear days (696m=2283ft= as high as the Christ Redeemer statue)
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What's Included
✓ Included
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- Guided Hike
- All Fees and Taxes
- Transport in small vehicle (max. 6 people) / (optional air conditioner)
- Licensed tour guide
- Insurance
✗ Not Included
- Food, water, drinks
- Pick up/drop off OUT of the designated meeting points/areas
Meeting & End Point
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Good to Know
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Fitness required. EASY to MODERATE level hike. NO technical rock climbing, just hiking.
- Hike details: 3,5km=2.2mi (up and down rough terrain), approx. 2h, elev. gain 203m=667ft.
- Passport name, number, and date of birth is required at time of booking for all participants (for insurance).
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to bad weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- Not recommended for child under 5 (must be accompanied)
- Maximum of 6 participants on the tour (or you can choose a private option)
Known For:
Special Instructions
IMPORTANT: please contact us right after concluding your booking to inform/confirm:
• the address of the meeting point/hotel (transport included from designated hotels and hostels in several areas of Rio - South Zone ONLY). Choose the closest meeting point to your place.
• time shown here is an estimation of the start time. Exact pick up time depends on meeting point location and will be informed on the previous night at 8:10pm by email. PLEASE READ YOUR EMAILS on the NIGHT BEFORE after 08:10PM.
• passport name, number and date of birth from ALL PARTICIPANTS (required for insurance)
WHAT TO TAKE/WEAR
• Wear athletic clothes and shoes.
• Bring food/snacks and water (1,5 to 2 liters/person) for the hike.
• Sun lotion, insect repellent
ACTIVE HIKING OUTDOOR TOUR. Not recommended for participants with heart complaints, sedentary or other serious medical conditions.
TIME / DURATION: The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the pace of the hike and traffic conditions. Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
WEATHER: If there´s rain/bad weather the tour may be rescheduled or canceled (with a refund of the payment).