Hiking · RIO DE JANEIRO
Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 rio de janeiro hiking tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to packing.
Review the Tijuca Forest hike in Rio, with caves, waterfalls, historic ruins, hotel pickup, guide quality, fitness needs, and value.
“lovely hike in the beautiful Tijuca Forest. Loved the waterfall shower toward the end of the hike. Riccardo was a fantastic tour guide. thank you!”
Hike Pedra do Telégrafo for sweeping Rio views, then unwind at Grumari or Prainha Beach on this guided tour from $56.
“Dayvision was the BEST! Pickup time was coordinated prior to the day of the tour. He picked up me & my friends on time the day of the tour. We had a wonderful drive to Pedra do telegrafo. He was very knowledgeable and funny. When It came to the hike, he was VERY patient with us. We were able to complete the hike in 1 hour and 10 minutes (as we took a lot of breaks). He was so kind and allowed us to relax when needed. When we got to the top, he took amazing photos for us at the rock. It felt victorious once we completed the hike.…”
Review of Rio’s Two Brothers sunrise walk: 1.5 km hike, local guide, motor taxi ride, stunning views, practical tips, price, and drawbacks.
“The guide never showed up and didn’t bother to call me until I reached out to her. Her excuse was that she couldn’t get an Uber on time, but that shouldn’t have stopped her from notifying me. Our meeting point was a favela at 3am. She knew this and still didn’t make an effort to notify us on time, which could have avoided us driving there.”
Pedra da Gávea review with hike difficulty, climbing details, guide quality, views, price, packing advice, and who should book.
“Good vibe and patience with everyone. amazing guide Fernando”
Challenge yourself on a 10.4 km Tijuca Forest hike with waterfalls, caves, rare trails, big Rio views, and a small group of 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.”
Review of Rio’s Dois Irmãos Peak hike, with sunrise, daytime, or sunset options, local guides, Vidigal access, costs, and practical tips.
“AMAZING! Thainá, our tourguide, was sooo nice and would definitely book another tour with her again, would definitely recommend”
Review of Rio’s Pedra da Gávea hike: steep trail, guided climbing, forest wildlife, big views, safety tips, price, and who should book.
“Eduardo and Fernando were awesome. The hike was difficult but the view was absolutely worth it. Would definitely recommend.”
Review of Rio’s small-group Pedra Bonita hike, with Tijuca rainforest, city views, guide quality, fitness needs, price, and practical tips.
“Excelente! Guia super atencioso, pontual, transporte ótimo, passeio incrível, vale muito a pena pela vista. Recomendo!”
Review of Rio’s Tijuca Peak hike, with Pico da Tijuca views, waterfall, museum, guide tips, price, fitness advice, and practical details.
“Nous ne sommes pas des habitués de randonnées. Nous avons voulu nous dépasser en essayant cette randonnée de 6h et nous n’avons pas été déçu ! Le guide a été génial et a su nous faire passer par des recoins géniaux. Il avait aussi une bonne connaissance de la forêt et de son histoire. La randonnée n’est pas simple pour de vrais débutant mais tellement satisfaisante a réussir. Je recommande fortement.”
Climb Rio’s Sugarloaf with a certified guide, small groups, rope work, monkeys, and sweeping bay views for a $60 half-day adventure.
“Absolute highlight of my vacation. It’s very steep and there is a lot of heights, the added feeling of danger made it all the more worth it.”
Hike and climb Sugarloaf Mountain in Rio with a bilingual guide, wild monkeys, cable-car descent, and sweeping bay views.
“The tour was great, thanks to our guide Sergio for this fantastic morning! Sergio told us lots of interesting things about the country and the animals. The views during the hike and climbing were magnificent!”
Hike Tijuca Forest to Bico do Papagaio, rappel from Rio’s second-highest peak, and cool off at Cachoeira das Almas.
“It was really great. The guide knew a lot about the forest, Rio de Janeiro, the culture etc. He was explaining very well! The hike was hard, but he was asking for our wishes and looking after our well being. Great experience!! Show de bola!!”
Review of Rio’s Garganta do Céu hike, with steep forest trails, rope work, Atlantic rainforest wildlife, and huge city views.
“La caminata a Piedra gavea en algunos tramos tiene sus retos, tienes que tener buena condición física ya que son varias horas caminando y se hace una parte de rappelling.”
Hike Pedra do Telégrafo with a bilingual guide, capture famous ocean views, and relax on Rio’s wild beaches for $56.
“Barbara was an outstanding tour guide, and her energy truly made the experience unforgettable! From the start, her friendliness and fun personality set the tone for an amazing day. The trekking was fantastic, and the breathtaking views along the way were like something out of a dream. Barbara’s patience stood out—she made sure everyone was comfortable and even went the extra mile to capture beautiful photos of us. Her sparkle and infectious joy uplifted the whole group, adding an extra layer of magic to the journey. If you’re looking for a tour guide who’s not just professional but also genuinely delightful, Barbara is the one!Read more”
Review of Rio’s Tijuca Forest waterfall hike, with forest wildlife, spiritual practices, cold falls, practical costs, access, and guide tips.
“Mon guide est très professionnelle. Elle m'a expliqué beaucoup de choses concernant la nature”
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