Experience stunning views of Rio’s famous icons on the Sugar Loaf Hiking Tour. Climb the Costão Trail for easy access to the top of Sugar Loaf and enjoy breathtaking views of Copacabana Beach, Guanabara Bay, and more.
Experience stunning views of Rio’s famous icons on the Sugar Loaf Hiking Tour. Climb the Costão Trail for easy access to the top of Sugar Loaf and enjoy breathtaking views of Copacabana Beach, Guanabara Bay, and more.
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Sugarloaf Mountain - The Sugar Loaf compound, one of Rio’s most famous icons, consists of two hills. The higher one is the Sugar Loaf (396m / 1030ft), and the lower is Urca Hill (220m / 722ft).
The Costão Trail, which takes us to the top of Sugar Loaf, requires a quick climb (15m / 49ft), considered easy by the experienced and indicated for…
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Sugarloaf Mountain - The Sugar Loaf compound, one of Rio’s most famous icons, consists of two hills. The higher one is the Sugar Loaf (396m / 1030ft), and the lower is Urca Hill (220m / 722ft).
The Costão Trail, which takes us to the top of Sugar Loaf, requires a quick climb (15m / 49ft), considered easy by the experienced and indicated for beginners. All safety equipments are included!
The view of Copacabana Beach, Urca district, Guanabara Bay, Cristo Redentor and many more, is priceless.
On our way down, we take the cable car to the Urca Hill (included) and then a short and easy trail back to the beach.
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During the hike, there is a short rock climb section, totally safe and indicated for beginners.
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After 5pm, the descent from Morro da Urca to the beach is done by cable car (not included), due to the closing time of the trail.
- Climb equipment
- Accredited mountain guide
- Descent by Cable Car (1st part)
- Climb equipment
- Accredited mountain guide
- Descent by Cable Car (1st part)
- Extras
- Descent by Cable Car (2nd part)
- Private transportation
- Extras
- Descent by Cable Car (2nd part)
- Private transportation
Embarking on the Sugar Loaf hike offers an exhilarating journey to the summit, blending hiking with rock climbing for a memorable experience!
The Sugar Loaf Natural Monument, a renowned symbol of Rio, features two hills. The taller is Sugar Loaf itself, standing at 396 meters (1,030 feet), while the shorter is Urca Hill at 220 meters (722 feet). The…
Embarking on the Sugar Loaf hike offers an exhilarating journey to the summit, blending hiking with rock climbing for a memorable experience!
The Sugar Loaf Natural Monument, a renowned symbol of Rio, features two hills. The taller is Sugar Loaf itself, standing at 396 meters (1,030 feet), while the shorter is Urca Hill at 220 meters (722 feet). The Costão Trail leads adventurers to the peak of Sugar Loaf, involving a brief climb of 15 meters (49 feet), which is deemed easy for seasoned climbers and suitable for beginners. All necessary safety gear is provided!
The breathtaking views of Copacabana Beach, the Urca district, Guanabara Bay, and Cristo Redentor are truly invaluable.
- Tour details:
Starting time: 7:00 AM (daily) / 1:00 PM (weekdays)
Tour duration: Approximately 4 hours
Hike level: Advanced (level 4 out of 5)
Rock climbing section: 3º BR / 5.5 US / 3+ FR
Trail length: 4 km / 2.5 miles (total)
Elevation gain: 400 meters / 1,312 feet
Trail duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes climb / cable car + 30 minutes trail descent
- Wear light clothing and hiking shoes, bring a small backpack with water, snacks, mosquito repellent, sunscreen, cap or hat, sunglasses, cash for extras.
- Important: During the hike, there is a short rock climb, easy, quick, totally safe and indicated for beginners (no previous climbing experience is required).
- Hike length: 5 km / 3,1 miles (total)
- After 5pm, the descent from Morro da Urca to the beach is done by cable car (not included), due to the closing time of the trail.
- RioXtreme shall not be responsible for any kind of loss, accident, incident, sickness, or injury. It is advisable that the traveler should avail of travel insurance as there can be chances of potential risks and hazards. Also, by booking this tour the traveler declares that are mentally and physically able to participate. No refund is applicable after starting the tour.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.