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LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Through this 2-Days Adventure Experience, you will get to know one of the largest urban green areas in the world, the Tijuca Forest and will hike one of the most famous and popular rock formation of Rio de Janeiro.
The Tour includes the following activities:
Tijuca Forest Hiking Tour Including Waterfalls, which will take you to the Tijuca Forest and the Taunay Waterfall, Tijuca National Park Museum and Cachoeira das Almas Waterfall.
Two Brothers Hiking Tour Including Vidigal Favela is considered one of the most interesting hiking tours in the city. You will enjoy one of the best viewpoint of Rio de Janeiro and will get to understand the occupation and social contrasts of the Wonderful City.
What's included
Guided Trail to the Tijuca Forest
Guided hike to the Two Brothers hill (Morro Dois Irmaos)
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Guided favela tour in Vidigal
Personal accident insurance
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Eco-adventure with a specialist bilingual guide
Gratuities
Any item not listed as included
Entrance fees ("local community transport system") about 10BRL
What to expect
Day 1: Tijuca Forest Hiking Tour Including Waterfalls
Floresta da Tijuca
4h
Tijuca Forest has 3,972 hectares and it is located in the Tijuca National Park. Much of its vegetation is secondary, due to the reforestation to replace the coffee farms. On this 4-hour tour, you will enjoy a great hike starting at the entrance gate.
You will hike several trails containing forest history records. After visiting the Taunay Waterfall and the Tijuca National Park Visitor Center, you will take the way toward the Cachoeira das Almas (Waterfall of the Souls). This beautiful waterfall is formed by the River of Souls, which was named because of the slaves who used to promote cults of their religions on this place, due to its privacy.
The guided tour's total duration is about 4 hours.
Day 2: Two Brothers Hiking Tour Including Vidigal Favela
Morro Dois Irmaos
5h
Two Brothers Hiking Tour Including Vidigal Favela
The Two Brothers has 533 meters of altitude and is located between the neighborhoods of Leblon and Sao Conrado, right in the middle of Rio's coast.The Vidigal favela (Vidigal slum) is located at its base. This peaceful community emerged around 1940 and has great views of the ocean.
The hike starts at the top of Vidigal, so you will begin the tour as an authentic local as you use the local transport system functioning inside the slum. Your guide will lead you through the forest reaching the first viewpoint, so you'll see all the greatness of the Rocinha favela. Continue to your next viewpoint and see Pedra da Gávea and Pedra Bonita, plus Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer Statue and Sugar Loaf. You'll then reach the summit of Two Brothers hill, from where you can see all the famous beaches of Ipanema, Leblon, São Conrado, Barra Tijuca and the Serra dos Orgaos Region..
The tour lasts for about 4.5 hours and the descent is on foot, turning your adventure into a favela tour inside this very nice community. Have a great time on this hiking tour to see the greatness of Rocinha slum. You'll enjoy the atmosphere of Vidigal community and the beauty of one of the most amazing views of Rio de Janeiro.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Between 7am and 8am (depending on hotel location)
Additional information
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tijuca Forest Hiking Tour Including Waterfalls
Minimum age is 14-years-old
When booking this tour, you attest knowledge of the risk inherent in the activities
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
Comfortable footwear with good grip (tennis, boot, etc.), light snack, water compartment (carrying at least 3 liters is suggested), garbage compartment and sunscreen
Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication as well as possession of weapons of any kind. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund
Two Brothers Hiking Tour Including Vidigal Favela
Minimum age is 14-years-old
When booking this tour, you attest knowledge of the risk inherent in the activities
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
Comfortable footwear with good grip (tennis, boot, etc.), light snack, water compartment (carrying at least 3 liters is suggested), garbage compartment and sunscreen.
Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication as well as possession of weapons of any kind. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
