Embark on a challenging full-day hiking adventure in Tijuca Forest, one of the world’s largest urban forests. Explore hidden caves, coffee farm ruins, and enjoy breathtaking views of the city and valley. Discover the history of Brazil and the forest’s reforestation. Refresh in a waterfall along the way. Don’t miss this amazing nature and adventure experience!
- Parque Nacional da Tijuca - In the Tijuca Forest National Park, we’ll visit some of the most famous attractions like Taunay Waterfall, Vista Chinesa and also do our circuit hike (aprox. 9km=5.6mi) passing by waterfalls, summits and reaching peaks with magnificent views, like the Taquara Castle (814m=2,670ft).
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- Guided Hike
- Transport in small vehicle (max. 6 people) / (optional air conditioner)
- All fees and/or taxes
- Licensed tour guide
- Insurance
- Food, water, drinks
- Pick up/drop off OUT of the designated meeting points/areas
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)
- Very good fitness required. HARD level hike. NO technical rock climbing, just hiking.
- Hike details: 10,4km (6,5mi) (up and down rough terrain), 4 to 5h, elev. gain 848m=2782ft.
- Passport name, number and date of birth is required at time of booking for all participants (for insurance)
- Not recommended for child under 14 and they must be accompanied.
- Maximum of 6 participants on the tour (or you can choose a private option)
- Vista Chinesa summit is also visited but only on working days.
- Not recommended for people who are not used to hike.
- Not recommended for travelers that are not fit and doing exercise on a regular basis.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
