Hiking & Camping in Rio de Janeiro

Hike to the top of Tijuca Peak with a guide during this 5-hour excursion in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy convenient pickup at your Rio hotel and a scenic ride through the forest of Tijuca National Park.

Trek through Tijuca National Park to the summit of Tijuca Peak with a local hiking guide during a 5-hour tour from Rio. Hike through the world's largest urban rainforest, learning about its history, plant and animal life on the way through commentary from your guide. Ascend 117 steps, built years ago for a European king's visit, to reach the peak at 3,350 feet(1,021 meters). Enjoy panoramic views of Rio spread out below and enjoy feeling miles away from the urban hustle and bustle.

Trek through Tijuca National Park and rappel down a waterfall with local hiking guide during an eco-adventure in Rio. Hike through the world's largest urban rainforest, learning about its history, plant and animal life through commentary from your guide. Reach Horto Falls, located on a defunct coffee farm. Using the provided equipment, rappel down the falls into a natural well. Keep an eye out for local wildlife native to the Carioca Mountain Range.

Hike through the lush rainforest of the Tijuca National Park on this half-day guided tour. Visit the popular Pedra Bonita summit and take in the views of Rio de Janeiro below. Discover some of the park's flora and fauna including toucans, monkey, and quatis, as you listen to facts about the park from your informative guide.

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.

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.

Explore Tijuca National Park with a local guide on a 4-hour hike. Learn about native plant and animal species and look out for tropical birds and reptiles along the trail. Swim in a natural lagoon and then take a rest with gorgeous Rio de Janeiro views. This tour is deal for visitors looking for an adventure in Brazil. Escape the city, immerse yourself in nature and learn about Brazilian wildlife.

Hike up Rio's famous Corcovado Mountain for excellent views of the city and an up-close encounter with the Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer) statue. Following an experienced hiking guide, make your way through the Tijuca Rainforest to the mountain's summit. This advanced trek takes about 2.5 hours, and the tour takes 6 hours in total. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is provided.

Take a full-day guided tour through the beautiful Tijuca Rainforest in Rio de Janeiro. Explore this UNESCO-listed park and visit key points like Tijuca Peak and Mirim, two of the highest summits in the park, and the two beautiful waterfalls of Cascatinha Taunay and Cachoeira das Almas. Discover some of the local flora and fauna including toucans, monkeys, quatis, and much more.

Ideal for active travellers, this 6-hour hiking tour takes you through Tijuca Forest to the top of Pedra Bonita Mountain. On this moderate trek, you'll ascend to the summit of the seaside mountain and absorb panoramic vistas of Ipanema Beach and Sugar Loaf Mountain from a Chinese-style gazebo. Conclude your hike by swimming in a Tijuca Forest waterfall and receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to four hikers. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Rio de Janeiro are included.

Hike through the Tijuca Forest on this half-day morning tour that includes visits to two cascades: Taunay Waterfall and Cachoeira das Almas (Waterfall of the Souls). Follow an expert guide along an easy path while you learn about the regional flora and fauna, 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.

Hike through Tijuca National Park's rainforest on this 6-hour eco-tour from Rio. Follow your local adventure guide to Pico da Tijuca, the highest peak in Rio, to see remarkable views of Rio and Guanabara Bay. As you walk, listen to engaging facts from your guide about the history, flora and fauna of the rainforest. This moderate 1.5-hour hike is an active and educational way to explore Rio's surroundings and the tour includes round-trip transportation from Rio hotels.