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Private 6-hour Hiking Tour in the Tijuca Forest: Waterfalls, Viewpoints & Picnic

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Private 6-hour Hiking Tour in the Tijuca Forest: Waterfalls, Viewpoints & Picnic

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Highlights

Hike through Tijuca National Park's rainforest on a 6-hour eco-tour contemplating one of the most splendid views of Rio contrasting with the greatest urban forest in the world.


Accompanied by an expert guide, expect a trilling tour full of nature with waterfalls, springs, small lakes, viewpoints, and historic sites. Animals, particularly monkeys, coatis and birds, can be seen all around during walks in the lush landscape and falls.


The walking distance is about 7 km, round trip, is mostly in the shade, ranging from light to medium level of difficulty. The hiking time is about 4 hrs at a slow pace.


Visit the calm and beautiful waterfalls where we stop for bath and pictures. Bring swimsuits along so that you can splash around.


We then continue on for more 10 min up to the scenic weir called “Açude da Solidão”. Take a break at the edge of it and enjoy snacks picnic style.


After having such an adventurous day, relax on the journey back to your hotel.

Itinerary

  • Vista Chinesa

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Visit the Vista Chinesa monument which was built between 1902 and 1906 as a way to honor the Chinese, who brought tea cultivation to Brazil in the early 19th century. It has a privileged view of Christ the Redeemer, Guanabara Bay, Sugarloaf Mountain, Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, Ipanema and Leblon beaches, as well as Morro Dois Irmãos, and other Rio’s icons. People in search for the best angle causes a fierce dispute for a space, but what you see from Vista Chinesa compensates for the “push-push”.
  • Emperor's Table

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    With its privileged geographical position at an altitude, Emperor's Table offers one of the best landscapes in Rio de Janeiro. The place was widely used by Dom Pedro 2nd during the Empire. He constantly rested on the lookout during his walks through the Tijuca Forest, hence the name.
  • Cascatinha Taunay

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Taunay waterfall is, without a doubt, the most beautiful of them all the falls inside the Tijuca Park. It is impossible to talk about Rio de Janeiro and its natural beauty without mentioning Cascatinha Taunay. First of all, this is the largest waterfall in the Tijuca National Park with its 35 meters high. In addition, it has an unparalleled scenic beauty, bringing together all the elements necessary to connect with nature. You will surely love the atmosphere of this place.
  • Recanto dos Pintores

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    A leisure tip to take a rest from the hike is the “Recanto dos Pintores” which is a space with excellent infrastructure to receive visitors with comfort and convenience. It has playground, ponds, restrooms, water, picnic and barbecue areas.
  • Cascata Gabriela

    40 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Be dazzled by the beauty of the Gabriela waterfall located within Tijuca National Park. Bring swimsuits along so that you can splash around.
  • Açude da Solidão

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    The most famous lake of the forest is named after a Baron who lost his son in the Paraguayan War and started to visit the place to isolate himself. Although with a melancholy history, the place is incredible and it is very worthwhile to stop by. You will find turtles, wild animals and lots of nature to understand why the Baron found the lake a wonderful haven of peace and tranquility! That’s where we spot by for a break and enjoy snacks picnic style.
  • Praia da Gávea

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    On the way back to your hotel, we should stop by at the beachside kiosks to sip a cold coconut water directly from the fruit, enjoy the beautiful landscape nature offers and watch the flights of paragliders and hang gliders taking off and overflying the area.

What's included

INCLUDED

Entrance & admission fees.
VAT, all taxes, handling charges, parking fees during stops, airport / port Greet & Meet service.
Any address pickup & drop off are included like hotel, airport and port.
Private driver for groups bigger than 4 people, otherwise the guide drives the vehicle themselves.
Picnic supplies.
Transport by fully-equipped vehicles.
Professional / licensed / bilingual private tour guide.

NOT INCLUDED

Meals & drinks.
Gratuities & tips. (optional).

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The Private 6-hour Hiking Tour in the Tijuca Forest is highly praised for its beautiful scenery, knowledgeable guides like Henry and Camila, and the enjoyable picnic experience. Customers appreciate the informative and engaging guidance, the stunning views, and the opportunity to see wildlife.

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Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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