Outdoor Activities in Brazil

Trek the Pedra da Gávea trail with a hiking guide during this 3-hour eco-adventure in Rio. Over the course of 2.5 hours, make your way to the summit of one of the city's most famous rock formations at 2,763 feet (842 meters) above sea level. Get stunning views of the Tijuca Forest and the entire city of Rio de Janeiro, including its most famous landmarks. Although the last portion of the trail is steep, this hike is suitable for most fitness levels. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.

Explore Brazil's diverse plant life on this tour of the Tijuca Rainforest and the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden. During this 4-hour activity, visit the city's botanical garden to view a variety of exotic and native plants. Ride in a jeep through the Tijuca Rainforest, stopping for a leisurely hike with picturesque views and chances to see local wildlife. Round-trip transportation from Rio de Janeiro hotels is included.

Soar above the city of Rio de Janeiro aboard a hang glider during this 4-hour adventure. Accompanied by a fully certified instructor, launch from the Tijuca Forest National Park, and glide over the lush, verdant Mata Atlantica (Atlantic Forest). Take in views of some of Rio's most famous landmarks, such as Sugar Loaf Mountain, the Rocinha Favela, and the Christ the Redeemer Statue atop Corcovado Mountain. Touch down for a gentle landing on the white sands of Sao Conrado Beach. Round-trip transportation is available for additional cost, but a video DVD of your hang-gliding experience is included.

Explore the world-famous Jardim Botânico (Botanical Garden) in Rio de Janeiro during this 3.5-hour tour. Walk through the UNESCO biosphere reserve while learning about its history and mission from your knowledgeable local guide. See flora and fauna from around the globe, including monkeys, toucans and giant Amazonian water lilies. Walk down the Avenue of the Palms and enter the greenhouse to view the over 500 varieties of orchids before spending some free time discovering the garden's hidden corners on your own. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.

Hike to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain during this 5-hour adventure in Rio de Janeiro. With your local hiking guide, head out along the trail toward the top of one of the city's most famous lookout points. Listen as your guide orients the group to the history, culture and ecosystem surrounding Sugar Loaf Mountain along the way. At the top, enjoy 360 degree views of the Zona Sul, Niterói city and other Rio landmarks. Board the cable car and descend to Morro da Urca to finish your excursion.

Summon your courage for a 3-hour private rappelling tour at Turtle Stone from Rio de Janeiro. With your expert adventure guide, spend time rappelling and trekking in this less-visited area which features unspoiled beaches and sheer cliffs. Admire the wild greenery and listen to the waves crashing on the beaches below as you rappel 144 feet (44 meters) over beachside cliffs. All equipment, entrance fees and activities are included.

Enjoy hiking in Tijuca National Park with your own personal guide and finish with a refreshing dip under a waterfall. Hike up to Pedra Bonita for sweeping views of Rio de Janeiro including the beaches and surrounding Tijuca Forest. See the Christ the Redeemer statue and more from the Chinese Pavilion before arriving at Horto Waterfall. This 6-hour private tour includes round-trip hotel transport.

Discover the remarkable Pedra do Tel egrafo during this 6-hour hiking tour in Rio de Janeiro. Travel to Pedra Branca State Park and start up the trail from Praia Grande in Barra de Guaratiba. Trek 2 miles (3.5 km) to the 1,161-foot (354-meter) summit, stopping at viewpoints and picturesque lookouts along the way. Get views of Rio's area beaches like Praia do Perigoso, Praia do Meio, Grumari, Pontal do Recreio, Barra da Tijuca, Pedra da Gávea and all the Restinga da Marambaia. Round-trip transportation is included with the private tour option.

Trek up Morro da Urca and Pedra Bonita during this private hiking tour from Rio de Janeiro. Watch the bustling city far below you from the tops of these two mountains and marvel at the hang gliders soaring from the peaks. Travel through the Tijuca National Forest, the world's largest urban rainforest. Get your exercise in on these two moderate hikes led by a local hiking guide and learn about the natural surroundings of Rio as you walk. Lunch and round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is provided.

Jeep Tour Tijuca Forest in Rio de JaneiroRide through Tijuca National Park's rainforest in an open-top Jeep during this half-day trip from Rio. During 4-hour morning guided eco-tour, hike through the forest to spot sloths, butterflies, monkeys and birds. Enjoy panoramic views from Vista Chinesa (Chinese View) and marvel at the fact that this section of the Mata Atlântica (Atlantic Forest) is just 10 minutes outside the city limits. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.

The tour visits the West part of Rio de Janeiro, that remains untouched with a lot of nature and secluded beaches. We'll follow the coastline, passing by Reserva Beach and Lagoa de Marapendi and the first stop is at Chico Mendes Park, a protected lagoon area where we can see* caimans and capybaras. Then we'll go to Prainha, a small beach considered the surf spot in Rio where you'll hike 1,5h to Caet e Summit (143m470ft) that ofers a great view of the coast and other mountains of Rio. From Prainha, in a 5 more min. drive we reach Grumari, our last stop and where we stay to enjoy the beach for about 2,5h. Grumari it´s also a protected area and you'll enjoy an amazing and paradisiac tropical beach with white and fine grain sands, green mountains and blue waters (bring towel and bathing suit).* animals (caimans and capybaras) are wils and in the nature so seeing them is a possibility of 50%.

Jeep Tour Tijuca & Botanical Garden in Rio de JaneiroThe Botanical Garden, created in 1817 by the king D.Joao IV, bound for the culture of exotic plants brought form all over the world, is a unique park due its the variety of species.  Among them, we can find the Imperial Palm Trees, huge water lilies (Victorias-Regias), and some Red Wood trees (Pau Brasil) almost extinguished in the Atlantic Forest. Also, in its famous greenhouse, there are more than 500 kinds of orchids.

Feel the thrill of soaring above Rio de Janeiro during a 10-minute paragliding adventure - a smoother ride than hang gliding. Take off from the Pedra Bonita flight ramp in Tijuca National Park and land at Pepino Beach in Sao Conrado. Marvel at the UNESCO-listed scenery while you fly tandem with an expert instructor. Soak up views of granite peaks and the shimmering coastline, all captured in a souvenir video and photos of your flight. Upgrade for round-trip transport from centrally located hotels.

Join this small-group 6-hour hike and explore Rio's highest peak, Pico da Tijuca (1022m - 3353ft) which is located in the middle of the Tijuca Forest, and overlooks most of the city. Enjoy one of the best trails in Rio de Janeiro and visit Vista Chinesa and Taunay Waterfall.

Take your Rio de Janeiro visit to new heights thanks to this 8-hour private hiking excursion to the top of Pedra da Gavea. Travel to Rio's Tijuca rainforest for your ascent of this 9,060-foot (842-meter) pinnacle of rock, admiring local wildlife during the steep climb. You'll eventually strap on climbing equipment, completing a few basic rock climbing sections on your trip to the top. Enjoy stunning views of greater Rio from the peak before rappelling back down. A guide, equipment and round-trip hotel transport from select locations are all included.

Jeep tour to La Rocinha Favela and Tijuca ForestVisit the Tijuca rain forest and gain insider insight into one of Rio de Janeiro's favelas (the local term for shantytowns) during this 4-hour tour. Take an urban hike through the favela's streets and alleys to learn what life is like there, then travel by jeep to the rain forest for a 30-minute nature hike. Pickup and drop-off available from select hotels.Transportation from select hotels is provided. 

Spend the day exploring Rio's Tijuca Forrest, one of the world's largest urban forests. After a hotel pick-up, your guide takes you on the scenic drive to the rainforest starting with a visit to Taunay Waterfall, the highest of the forest's many falls. Learn about the region's native plants and animals as you hike, and then stop for a swim in the river. Finally, stop at the Chinese View Summit - one of the city's top photo spots with views of Sugar Loaf and Christ the Redeemer. Moderate fitness is required for the 2.8 mile (4.5 km) hike, which has some challenging terrain, and hikers must be able to climb uphill, for a good portion of the journey. Participants are advised to bring a packed lunch and at least 2 liters of water for the day.

Hike to the summit of Pedra Bonita, a rocky viewpoint with a magnificent look at Rio de Janeiro and Guanabara Bay. This moderate 4-hour hiking tour through the Tijuca Forest takes you along the Agulhinha Gavea trail to the granite peak. Snap photos of Pedra da Gávea, Sao Conrado and the hang gliders taking off from the top. Upgrade to venture with your own personal guide on a private tour that includes round-trip hotel transport.

Venture up Sugar Loaf mountain by way of a hillside pathway above Guanabara Bay. A specialist guide provides climbing equipment and technical support for the final vertical ascent 65 feet (20 meters) to the summit - no previous experience required! This unforgettable hiking tour rewards you with views of Copacabana Beach and Morro Dois Irmaos (Two Brothers Hill). Descend the easy way aboard the aerial cable car. Upgrade to venture with your own personal guide on a private tour that includes round-trip hotel transport.

Hike to Pico da Tijuca, the tallest peak in Tijuca National Park. This 6-hour hiking adventure with a professional guide introduces you to the natural history of the Tijuca Forest and treats you to unparalleled views via a rock-carved staircase. See Rio from above, marvel at the beauty of a pristine waterfall and visit the Tijuca National Park Museum. Upgrade to venture with your own personal guide on a private tour that includes round-trip hotel transport.