Hiking and Rappelling Adventure at Tijuca Forest National Park

5.0 (5 reviews) Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Duration7h
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LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 6 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This Tijuca Forest rappel and hiking tour includes a specialist guide, climbing certified equipment, a visit to Tijuca National Park museum, hiking to Bico do Papagaio through trails in the forest and a shower in Almas waterfall. It is an unforgettable experience.

Options

Hiking and Rappel, Group Tour

Group hike where anyone can join. No transportation, meeting point based tour. 2 or more persons.Starting point: Praça Afonso Vizeu, Alto da Boa Vista.

Hiking & Rappel Private Group

Tijuca Forest Rappel includes a specialist guide, certified climbing equipment, hiking to Bico do Papagaio through trails in the forest and round-trip transportation from your hotel.

Group Tour with transportation

Tijuca Forest Rappel includes a specialist guide, certified climbing equipment, hiking to Bico do Papagaio through trails and rappel in the forest with round-trip transportation from your hotel.

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (if private option selected)(selected hotels only)
  • Private tour
  • Professional guide
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • All necessary equipment
  • Gratuities
  • Any item not listed as included

What to expect

Hike to Bico do Papagaio in Tijuca National Park and marvel at magnificent views of Rio de Janeiro from above. Follow an informative guide on a nature trail in the Tijuca Forest during this full-day tour. Splash under the Cachoeira das Almas (Waterfall of the Souls) and visit the Tijuca National Park Museum.

The tour starts at the Tijuca National Park entrance gate,  you will get to the top of Bico do Papagaio stone, at over 3200 feet (989 m) above sea level, taking you into an easy hiking until you reach the base of the mountain. This is where, you will enjoy an exciting ascent during the last 20 minutes of the hike. It will be steep and rugged, with roots and rocks. From the summit, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery, seeing Pedra da Gávea, Pedra Bonita, Pico da Tijuca, Barra da Tijuca beach and Recreio beach.

  1. Parque Nacional da Tijuca

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

corner, near the park entrance!

End point

corner, near the park entrance!

Pickup details

Hotels located in the tourist area of Rio de Janeiro (Transportation is not included "Hiking and Rappel, Group Tour" option.)

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 14 years
  • A high amount of walking is involved
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative tour, date or full refund

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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