Bico do Papagaio Hiking Tour at Tijuca National Park

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Duration8h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Hike to the top of Bico do Papagaio stone, at over 3200 feet (989 m) above sea level. This stone is located at Sector A of the Tijuca National Park, a sector known as Tijuca Forest. To reach Bico do Papagaio, you will hike through several segments of trails in the Tijuca Forest. Also, visit the museum and enjoy a break the Almas waterfall (Waterfall of Souls) while hiking.

Options

group kihe - whith transport

2 or more persons, group hike with round-trip transportation. Tours every day.

Bico do Papagaio Private tour

Private tour with round-trip transportation. Tours every day.

Bico do Papagaio Regular Tour

Open groups where anyone can join. No transportation, meeting point based tour. 2 or more persons.

Starting point: Praça Afonso Vizeu, Alto da Boa Vista.

What's included

  • Private tour
  • Professional guide
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Gratuities
  • Any item not listed as included
  • Transportation is not included in regular tour option

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

(Transportation is not included in the regular 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 10 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
  • It is recommended that you bring comfortable shoes with good grip, a light snack, water, sunscreen and insect repellent
  • Due to the nature of this tour and for the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated by alcool or or drugs and show signs of intoxication, and if you are not permitted to attend, you will not be entitled to a refund

Cancellation policy

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

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