Tijuca Forest

This tour is all about experiencing the best of Rio – hiking to stunning peaks, exploring hidden caves, and cooling off in waterfalls within the incredible Tijuca National Park. Along the way, we’ll keep an eye out for wildlife like toucans, monkeys, sloths, snakes, and coatis, while our guides share fascinating facts and stories about the park. Rio is world-famous for its breathtaking scenery and is home to one of the largest urban forests on the planet. In this 4–5 hour adventure, we’ll visit the park’s top highlights and immerse you in the unique energy of this natural paradise. To ensure a personalized experience, our groups are always small—no more than 7 people per guide.

Enjoy close the natural diversity of Rio de Janeiro. Begin your tour at the Botanical Garden (options with and without tickets included) and visit the Sensory Garden, the Brazilwood (tree that gives name to the country), the Turtle Lake and the lake with the giant-water-lily. Walk through the bicentenary imperial palm trees as you go to the orchidarium and bromeliad house. Then, visit the Vista Chinesa gazebo (on Saturdays and Sundays will be off the route as vehicles are not allowed) and enjoy a panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro. In a distance, you can also see Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf. Follow to an adventure at Tijuca National Forest, one of the largest urban forest in the world. Observe the Taunay Waterfall and walk through a simple trail as you learn more about the Atlantic Forest, its flora and fauna. Get back to the vehicle and pass by the famous São Conrado beach to observe the hang gliders and paragliders, before returning to the hotel through a panoramic route.

In a jeep, travel through the city to the rainforest of Tijuca National Park, on a half-day ecological tour. With guided walks along the trails, it will be possible to see monkeys, sloths, coatis and many birds. Contemplate the flora, history and wildlife and know that you are in one of the largest Urban Forests in the World. A little piece of Atlantic Forest in the heart of Rio de Janeiro.

What makes this trip unforgetable is that we use a 4 x4 convertible jeep, which is awesome for 360 degree views of the forest and also gives the tour the appeal of adventure. Visiting the forest in a jeep , gives you the ideal dimension of the national park`s size , as well as its true beauty.

A half-day hike guided tour in Tijuca Forest National Park, one of the biggest urban rainforests in the world. Our experienced guides will take you on an amazing adventure hiking up one of the most stunning summits in Rio. You'll visit Pedra Bonita (696m=2283ft) a popular lookout in the Tijuca Rainforest with amazing views to the coastline of the city and a view to Gavea Rock, the flat 'table mountain' in Rio that provides incredible picture opportunities. During the tour, you'll experience the nature and the feeling of being in the tropical rainforest. In addition to the fun and adventure our team will provide information and curiosities about the flora and fauna, like monkeys, quatis, and toucans, that may appear in the way.  Highlights:  – Tijuca Rainforest National Park (03rd biggest urban forest in the world) – Amazing views in clear days (696m=2283ft= as high as the Christ Redeemer statue)

Explore the world's largest urban rainforest while in Rio de Janeiro! This small-group, 4-hour jeep tour through the Tijuca National Park will transport you to the lush jungle that lies within the city. Look out for wildlife like monkeys and tropical birds and take in panoramic views of the city and several of its iconic attractions that lie below.

This Tijuca Forest tour circuit, visits a variety of attractions in the National Park that are not well known so it has a more exclusive touch. HIking approx. 6,4 km (3.8 miles), on trails made in 19th century, when the area was occupied by coffee farms and you’ll discover and learn the history of Tijuca National Park, one of the largest replanted urban forest in the planet. Along the way we visit Cascatinha Taunay (highes waterfall in the park), the Mayrink Chapel (from 1850), the Cova da Onça Bridge, the Eucalyptus Forest (an old slave cemetery) and the Bats’s Grotto (biggest gneiss cave in Brazil). After that you cool off at Baronesa Cascade waterfall, and start descending to the starting point and on the way visitng some other historical attractions of the park. The tour combines history, adventure, nature, a waterfall shower, among other attractions, visiting somehow hidden spots that reveal the beauty and personality of Rio and its tropical rainforest.

The largest urban forest in the world recovered by Emperor D. Pedro II has more than 350 species of animals and is one of the responsible for balancing the city’s ecosystem. We don't have boarding at Barra and Recreio for this tour. To operate the Tour we need a minimum of 4 people.

Pico da Tijuca is the perfect adventure-hike in Tijuca Forest. Involving history, beauty and the inside of Tijuca Forest you'll visit the park museum and a waterfall.

This tour will take you to Tijuca Forest and the Taunay Waterfall, Tijuca National Park Museum and Cachoeira das Almas Waterfall. Discover the Tijuca Forest on this great 4-hour, guided tour.

Ready to live the best ecotourism experience in Rio de Janeiro? We are in the most visited city in Brazil, we are blessed with so many natural and real beauties in one place, get ready to contemplate the exuberant beauty of the Tijuca Forest, rich in fauna and flora. An incredible walk in the middle of the Atlantic forest, witnessing animal life in its natural habitat (Coatis, squirrels, butterflies, monkeys, monkeys). In addition to knowing the cultural history of one of the largest urban forests replanted in the world. Explore the cool Bat Cave, feel yourself in a movie of adventure and discoveries. For your tour to be complete, take your bathing suit and enjoy the beautiful waterfalls of the park. Discover the Authentic and Sustainable Ecotourism in Rio de Janeiro, you are about to embark on an adventure unmatched and out of the traditional!

A challenging hike in a very unusual part of Tijuca Forest, one of the biggest urban forests in the world. On this circuit of trails you'll walk approx. 5h, for 10,4km (6.5mi), with an elevation gain of 848m (2,670ft) and discover the nature and beauty of the jungle. Reach the Taquara Hill (814m=2670ft), a 100m higher than Christ Redeemer with mazing views to the valley of the forest and the city, in clear days. Visit caves and also coffee farms ruin. After the hike, refresh in a waterfall* (bring towel/ bathing suit). On the route to the park, stop by another summit for pictures and admiring the landscape. The scenery of this tour is amazing with nature and a lot of adventure. You'll also learn the history of Brazil, of  the forest, the coffee farms of that area, and the reforestation that happened in the 1800's. *The flow on the falls varies according to the rain. *it also goes to Vista Chinesa but only on working days (on weekends/holidays Vista Chinesa is closed for vehicles)

An exclusive hike inside the Tijuca Forest, with guides that will show you much more then the beauty of our nature. You will learn about the stories of Rio, curiosities of our plants and animals. You will have fun, contemplate amazing sights and viewpoints. And our guides will do that respecting your time and limits.

This Tijuca Forest rappel and hiking tour includes a specialist guide, climbing certified equipment, a visit to Tijuca National Park museum, hiking to Bico do Papagaio through trails in the forest and a shower in Almas waterfall. It is an unforgettable experience.

One of the most beautiful trails and with amazing views of Rio de Janeiro, great tour for all ages. Experience conducted with local and accredited guides, with a lot of knowledge of the region. Tour of much content about flora, fauna and stories of Rio. In addition to photos and videos, which everyone always loves, at the main points and wherever they want.

Come to visit the Tijuca National park with a tour guide certified by the Ministry of Tourism of Brazil, extensive experience and knowledge of the Rio de Janeiro city, traffic and tourist attractions more common and uncommon in the state and capital Rio de Janeiro. I am able to offer the best experience to a standard or personalized tour. In this tour you will look the best cave and waterfalls park.

Tijuca Forest: Explore this ecological paradise located in the heart of Rio de Janeiro, considered one of the largest urban forests in the world. This natural sanctuary is rich in biodiversity, history, and viewpoints offering spectacular views. During the tour, you can admire stunning landscapes, crystal-clear waterfalls, and fascinating caves. Along the trails, you may spot various species of monkeys, sloths, toucans, coatis, colorful butterflies, and other wildlife. After hiking the park’s trails, you can refresh yourself in the beautiful waterfalls that make up this paradise setting. Experience a unique connection with nature in the midst of the city.

A unique activity!, an experience in nature that doesn't require much effort, an easy trail through the Tijuca forest is all you need to reconnect with nature and experience Rio de Janeiro outside the beaches.

Explore this natural reserve, a true ecological paradise located in the heart of Rio de Janeiro. During the tour, you will observe the rich biodiversity of the area while admiring stunning landscapes, crystal-clear waterfalls, and fascinating caves. Along the way, it is possible to spot various species of wildlife, such as monkeys, sloths, toucans, coatis, and colorful butterflies, among others. After hiking through the park's trails, you can cool off in the beautiful waterfalls that make up this paradisiacal setting. Come and experience a unique connection with nature right in the middle of the city!

Discover the natural beauty and history of the city on an unforgettable tour of the Tijuca Forest! The adventure begins in the City Municipal Park, with an outside visit to the City Historical Museum, where the guide presents the local history in front of the beautiful architecture of the old mansion and its gardens. Afterwards, refresh yourself at Marajoara Natural Pool, surrounded by lush vegetation. We follow a light trail to China View, one of the most impressive viewpoints in Rio, with stunning landscapes. To finish, stop at Horto Waterfall — a perfect haven to relax, take photos and, if you want, take another dive. A complete tour that unites culture, nature and unforgettable views