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Tijuca Peak Hiking - Summiting Tijuca National Park's Highest Point

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Rio de Janeiro

Experience an amazing guided trek through Tijuca National Park. The journey involves a drive through the woods followed by a climb to the top of Tijuca Peak, where you’ll witness stunning landscapes. Your excursion comes with a professional guide and transportation.

Duration: 5 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Parque Nacional da Tijuca - Tijuca National Park is claimed to be the world’s largest urban forest, covering 39 square kilometers. We are going to spend half day exploring the best spots in the park.

Tijuca National Park has a wide variety of plant and animal species, including over 300 species of birds, 2,500 species of trees and plants, around 60 species of amphibians and reptiles, and numerous species of mammals such as the capuchin monkey and the sloth. The entire park is a giant web of hiking trails and an incredible place for trekking.

Vista Chinesa - An amazing belvedere located in the Tijuca National Park. This attraction is not open on weekends!

The Vista Chinesa (Chinese View) is a popular viewpoint located in Tijuca National Park, situated in the hills of Rio de Janeiro. The stunning view from the belvedere is one of the city’s most iconic sights, offering a panoramic view of the Tijuca Forest, Guanabara Bay, Corcovado Mountain, the Copacabana area and Ipanema. Visitors can admire lush greenery as far as the eye can see!

Cascatinha Taunay - The biggest waterfall in the Tijuca National Park. Perfect to take some nice pictures and bath.

This beautiful waterfall stands 40 meters tall, cascading down a rocky cliff into a pool of crystal water. The sound of the falling water resonates through the area, providing a calming atmosphere.

Tijuca Peak - Tijuca Peak is the Tijuca National Park highest point at 1021m (3,350 feet)above sea level. At the summit of Tijuca Peak hikers are rewarded with breathtaking 360 degree panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro.
Cascata da Baronesa - A waterfall bath after hiking to Tijuca Peak can be a great way to relax and rejuvenate. It can help to soothe muscles that have been overworked!
Sao Conrado Beach - São Conrado beach is the landing spot for hang gliding and paragliding. The beach offers spectacular views of the Pedra da Gávea mountain and the Atlantic Ocean.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
All fees and/or taxes

What's Not Included

Food and drinks

Additional Information

Not recommended for passengers with back problems
Medium degree of difficulty
It is recommended that you bring water and wear comfortable clothes, trekking or sport shoes, a bathing suit and sunscreen

Location

Parque Nacional da Tijuca

Estrada da Cascatinha 850, Alto da Boa Vista

Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings

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H1751hmkarenl

Apr 2, 2024

Excellent Hiking Experience!!! - We had an EXCELLENT experience with this tour company and with our tour guide. The tour company/ owner Daniel was SUPER accommodating for us, especially on very last minute short notice. They even allowed us to start our tour slightly later when we asked. Our tour guide, Pedro, was also incredible. He went at our pace ( not too fast, not too slow), and was funny too- he kept our attention throughout and made it enjoyable to be climbing up a steep mountain! Even though it wasn’t a sunny day and we missed seeing the spectacular view due to fog, we enjoyed a really great hike and it was a good time! Would definitely recommend!!!