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Explore the Best of Tijuca Forest – Hike to Peaks, Caves & Falls 1
A monkey in a dense forest with a view of a mountain. 2
A dense tropical forest with various palm trees. 3
A view of Sugarloaf Mountain with Christ the Redeemer statue on top, overlooking Rio de Janeiro. 4
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Explore the Best of Tijuca Forest – Hike to Peaks, Caves & Falls

By Rio Natural Ecotourism
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$205 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

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 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 personalised experience, our groups are always small—no more than 7 people per guide.

Activity location

  • Pedra Bonita
    • Estrada da Cascatinha, Tijuca National Park
    • 20531-590, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Pedra Bonita
    • Estrada da Cascatinha, Tijuca National Park
    • 20531-590, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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The Best Spots in Tijuca Park

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

Small Group Nature Experience: Small groups for a more personal experience — passionate local guides and comfortable transport included
Duration: 5 hours: Enjoy the Tijuca National Park exploring epic peaks, caves, and waterfalls with friendly local guides
Pick up Available: Pick-up is available from multiple areas across the city, and we’ll be happy to welcome you on our tour!
Please send us your address: (Street name and building number). If you don’t have it yet, just send it to us later via WhatsApp or chat.
Pickup included

Starting time: 1:00 PM
Price details
NZ$204.84 x 1 AdultNZ$204.84
Total
Price is NZ$204.84

Private Tijuca Forest Tour

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

Tijuca Forest Private: Choose this option for a private tour with a guide exclusively for your group! pick-up from anywhere in Rio!
Customisable & Family-Friendly: Enjoy a forest adventure tailored to your group’s pace and interests — perfect for families with kids or elderly travellers
Private Pickup Option: For private tours, we offer pickup anywhere within the municipality of Rio de Janeiro
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$358.47 x 1 AdultNZ$358.47
Total
Price is NZ$358.47

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Take advantage of special discounts when booking for groups of 4 or more!
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Certified and passionate guides (English, Spanish & Portuguese)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance to Tijuca National Park included
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Pickup is directly from your hotel or apartment within our pickup area — no need to go anywhere else
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Your guide will be happy to take photos during the tour and save them directly to your phone
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Choose from 3 pickup times to fit your Rio schedule: early morning, 10:30 AM, or afternoon
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks

Know before you book

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • It is recommended that you bring water and wear comfortable clothes, trekking or sport shoes, a swimming suit and sun cream
  • Itinerary may change a bit due to park rules, weather conditions, or group ability
  • Please send us your full address (street name and building number). If you’re not sure yet, just message us on WhatsApp or chat once you have your address in Rio

Activity itinerary

Pedra Bonita

  • 1h

Parque Nacional da Tijuca

  • 2h

Cascatinha Taunay

  • 15m

the Bat Cave

  • 15m

Cascata da Baronesa

  • 15m

Vista Chinesa

  • 15m

Location

Activity location

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    Pedra Bonita
    • Estrada da Cascatinha, Tijuca National Park
    • 20531-590, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Pedra Bonita
    • Estrada da Cascatinha, Tijuca National Park
    • 20531-590, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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