Two Brothers Hiking Tour: Discover Rio's Social Contrasts and Scenic Views

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Embark on an excursion to the Two Brothers in Rio de Janeiro (Morro Dois Irmaos) and soak in the stunning views which include the perceptible socio-economic disparities of the city.

Duration: 5 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Morro Dois Irmaos - The Two Brothers has 533 meters of altitude and is located between the neighborhoods of Leblon and Sao Conrado, right in the middle of Rio’s coast.The Vidigal favela (Vidigal slum) is located at its base. This peaceful community emerged around 1940 and has great views of the ocean.
This is considered one of the most interesting hiking tours in the city and, from its viewpoint, you will get to understand the occupation and social contrasts of Rio de Janeiro.

The hike starts at the top of Vidigal, so you will begin the tour as an authentic local as you use the local transport system functioning inside the slum. Your guide will lead you through the forest reaching the first viewpoint, so you’ll see all the greatness of the Rocinha favela. Continue to your next viewpoint and see Pedra da Gávea and Pedra Bonita, plus Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer Statue and Sugar LOaf. You’ll then reach the summit of Two Brothers hill, from where you can see all the famous beaches of Ipanema, Leblon, São Conrado, Barra Tijuca and the Serra dos Orgaos Region.

Vidigal - The tour lasts for about 4.5 hours and the descent is on foot, turning your adventure into a favela tour inside this very nice community. Have a great time on this hiking tour to see the greatness of Rocinha slum. You’ll enjoy the atmosphere of Vidigal community and the beauty of one of the most amazing views of Rio de Janeiro.

What's Included

Professional guide
Walking tour in Vidigal
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only, excludes ‘Open’ option)

What's Not Included

Gratuities
Any item not listed as included
Hotel pickup and drop-off (if ‘Open’ option is selected)

Additional Information

Minimum age is 14 years
A high amount of walking is involved please wear comfortable shoes
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative tour, date or full refund
It is recommended that you bring comfortable shoes with good grip, a light snack, water, sunscreen and insect repellent
Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.

Location

Avenida Niemeyer

Departure point: Sheraton Rio Hotel (in front of Bus stop) Address: Meeting point: Avenida Niemeyer, 121, Leblon

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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Tour06245860299

Jul 2, 2024

Excellent experience!! - Excellent experience. Super recommended. Our guide Jessie a genius!!! The motorcycle taxi ride an experience and walking down the favela to get to know the neighborhood from within adds up to a lot! We would do it again!!

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181laist

Sep 24, 2023

Tour with incredible views and experience - Very professional. The guide and tour were incredible, a wonderful view of RJ. We loved the tour and I would like to give special praise to the guide Rafael, he was exceptional, very attentive, explained a lot, a very pleasant and careful guide.

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Eric_c

Nov 24, 2020

Great hike with awesome view! - This was a great morning hike. The driver, Carl, was expert at negotiating the narrow streets through Vidigal to drop us off at the trail head. Our hiking guide, Thalles, was great at taking us on the hike up the mountain. Our guide pointed out different views and neighborhoods along the way and some of the animals that we encountered-mainly monkeys and lizards. The trail was completely empty in the morning and we had the peak to ourselves. The view from the top was amazing. I have been to Rio many times and this was my first hike to the top of Dois Irmaos. It was definitely worth the hike! I would highly recommend!

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Robiono

Jun 24, 2019

Best day of my trip! - This was the best day during my time in Rio! My guide Gulherme made the hike better than it could possibly be! He became my personal photographer and was a joy to converse with the entire hike. He also walked me all the way back to Ipanema which was super nice! I felt safe the entire time and we shared many laughs! Would 100% recommend this tour, make sure to ask for Gulherme!! Not to mention how beautiful the views were at the top. Check out the pictures!

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Juan

Apr 21, 2017

Awesome place !!! Highly recommended... - Awesome place !!! Highly recommended. The tour started promptly, there were not as many bugs as I expected. Getting to the place is awesome and you can take unique photos.

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Tamzen

Jan 12, 2016

Absolutely amazing!! Was a bit unsure... - Absolutely amazing!! Was a bit unsure about the walking through the favelas part and whether we really wanted to do this or not, but im so glad we did, as it was an absolutely breathtaking experience. Views on all parts of this tour were simply spectaular. Would definitley do again, and totally recommend.

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Lucy

Oct 18, 2016

Great tour. Very informative guide and... - Great tour. Very informative guide and beautiful views from the top of the two brothers.

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Jessicada572lw

May 2, 2024

Far too expensive! - The view of the bay of Rio is incredible at the top of the two brothers but the price offered by TripAdvisor for the guided hike with visit and transport from the hotel is much too high for the service! Not worth it at all! Transportation by Uber would have cost 4 times less for the same thing and we still had to pay for the motorcycle taxis. In addition, the English-speaking guide was very nice but spoke English quite poorly and above all spoke to us very little (she barely answered the questions) The visit to the Vidigal favela was not a visit at all, we just crossed the slum to go down without any comment with two stops in cafes to consume local drinks/ice creams. Very disappointed with the service given the very high price we paid (197 euros for 2 people)

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Michael_m

Sep 2, 2022

Take your chances. - Tour was canceled but I was not contacted. Had to take an Uber to the meeting spot. Tour company was responsive and offered another tour or refund, I chose the refund. Wasted a couple hours of my morning and a wasted Uber fare; lack of communication regarding canceled tour. Will not use this company again.

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