Brazil · HIKING IN RIO DE JANEIRO
Rio is a hiking city that happens to have beaches. These 15 cover Pedra Bonita and the hang-gliding ramp, Dois Irmãos above Vidigal, Pedra do Telégrafo and the Tijuca peaks, graded by effort with start times and prices.
5-hour Tijuca rainforest hike with caves and Rio’s waterfalls, plus city views from Mirante das Canoas and Vista Chinesa.
“Erik was an amazing host. Informational and funny. If you do this request Erik ! It was a freak hike and is moderate level”
Explore Rio’s Tijuca Forest on a small group hike to viewpoints, waterfalls, caves, and Chinese Vista, with free park entry and pickup.
“My guide was Sylvio. Pickup was about 25 minutes late, and since I was picked up last, it seemed delays earlier in the route affected the schedule. The first stop was a city skyline viewpoint, followed by a stop at what is considered the largest waterfall in the park. We then did a 45-minute hike through the rainforest. The trail is mostly uphill and, unless you’re new to forest hikes, it felt fairly uneventful. After that, there was a short 10-minute walk to a cave, which is mainly a photo spot. The final stop was the Chinese Vista viewpoint, which was nice, but personally I found the views from Sugarloaf…”
Hike Tijuca Forest with a bilingual guide, visiting waterfalls, a grotto, and 19th-century coffee ruins, plus hotel pickup in Rio’s South Zone.
“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!”
A tough, rewarding Pedra da Gávea hike through Tijuca Forest, with expert guides, rope scrambling, and 360° Rio views.
“This honestly was the BEST experience in Rio. Rodrigo is AMAZING! If you’re even just a little bit adventurous, this is the perfect outing. If you’re considering booking a different tour or a different guide, DON’T. Rodrigo texted the day before the hike to introduce himself and provided tips for the day ahead with suggestions of what to wear and what to bring (bug spray, water, snacks, good shoes, etc). He also provided a google maps link to the meeting point which was super helpful since I do not speak Portuguese and could easily show the taxi driver the location without any confusion. The hike had a mix of walking,…”
Hike Pedra do Telégrafo in the early morning, then unwind at Grumari or Prainha. Steep, short, and photo-worthy.
“Incredible and breathtaking! Felipe was a lovely guide. It was an awesome hike and he gave us plenty of time to take pictures. Alex was also a wonderful driver who we had good conversation with. I would highly recommend this activity. The hike is very steep but worth every moment. Good way for a group to bond too. We also stopped for Açai on the way down and at a stunning beach which was a great reward!”
Jeep through Rio's 18 beaches, hike to Pedra do Telégrafo, then watch sunset over the coast with pro photos and editing included.
“Saffo created a tour that will delight the senses and help you understand the history and background of Rio. There was plenty of action packed adventure, moments of tranquil relaxation, fun vibes, beach moments, and sunset photos during our tour. The surprises throughout the day were awesome and well timed. If you want a professional, friendly, and encouraging guide to coax you up and down the mountain hike through nature in one piece and don't mind challenging your self a little to get views of the city that are totally worth it, you won't be disappointed. There was an unfortunate incident with a missing beach hat going missing, so just…”
Hike Pedra do Telegrafo in Rio with hotel transfers, pick sunrise, morning, or sunset, and get guided hanging-rock illusion photo poses.
“Awesome experience. We were the first to arrive and had one of the best experiences of Rio. 100% recommended.”
Full-day Pedra da Gávea jungle trek in Rio with a small group, rope climbing help, certified safety gear, and big panoramic views.
“Thiago was an amazing tour guide! He was funny, had great stories and showed us the best spots and made sure we fully enjoyed our experience! Would absolutely recommend taking this tour with him!!”
Small-group Tijuca Forest hike with a guide, Pedra Bonita views, and Vista Chinesa photo angles. Entrance fees and transport included.
“Tito was a fantastic guide, passionate about his city/country and was nible on a foggy day to ensure that we had an awsome experience. Thanks Tito!”
Hike Pedra da Gávea from sea level through Tijuca, with rope-assisted climbing gear and big Rio panoramas. Small group, pro guides.
“Nice hike with the very best guide you can get: Mr Ronald Bulha. He took great care of the group and litterally knows where one should put every step on the sometimes challenging path. Highly recommended!”
Conquer Tijuca Forest on a 10.4 km full-day hike with small-group care, waterfall stops, caves, and Taquara Hill views over Rio.
“Great day with Ricardo our tour guide, who had lots of interesting conversation and knowledge. The hike was as expected length wise, and good for those who want a bit longer in the jungle than the other half-day tours. Mostly in-shade so walk is hot but at least not in direct sunlight for the most part. Saw monkeys, raccoons, frogs and lots of nice wildlife.”
Challenge hike in Tijuca Forest to Taquara Hill, plus Taunay Waterfall and Vista Chinesa views, finishing with a rainforest shower.
“Vinicius was a great guide. Very knowledgeable and friendly. I enjoyed spending time with him. Hike was perfect”
Vidigal favela walk with a local guide, then hike Morro Dois Irmaos for sweeping views over Rio and famous beaches.
“a good short hike, that also introduces you to the favelas. The view is stunning and worth the effort. Fred was a really great guide, he had a lot of great stories to tell :)”
Hike Dois Irmãos from Vidigal to the Two Brothers lookout, with favela culture, big Rio views, and optional sunrise timing.
“Awesome hike in the sunrise. Good organization, though hike, but the views are absolutely worth it! 😀”
Early 5 am hike to Pedra do Telégrafo in Pedra Branca State Park, then rugged beaches at Prainha and Grumari with small-group guidance.
“The hike was amazing but I would like to highlight our guide Fabio! He was exceptionally kind and understanding when unexpectedly we had to change plans mid hike to Telegraph Rock. He provided an alternative hike in the National Park that my husband and I enjoyed more. We did the add on beach option and saw one of the most beautiful beaches in Brazil. All around, we had an amazing time thanks to our guide who was patient, kind, and knowledgeable. He made sure we enjoyed our anniversary.❤️ We would definitely recommend this tour, especially with Fabio!”
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