Private 6-hour Hiking Tour in the Tijuca Forest: Waterfalls, Viewpoints & Picnic
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About the Activity
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.6 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
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.
Meals & drinks.
Gratuities & tips. (optional).
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Locations in the itinerary
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Vista Chinesa
Estr. da Vista Chinesa, Parque Nacional da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 20531-590Visit 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”.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Emperor's Table
Rua Alto da Boa Vista, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 21043-080With 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. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Cascatinha Taunay
Estrada Floresta da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 20531-510Taunay 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.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
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. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Be dazzled by the beauty of the Gabriela waterfall located within Tijuca National Park. Bring swimsuits along so that you can splash around.40 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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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.1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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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. 20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Pickup instructions: Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best pick-up point that suits your needs. Drop-off instructions: Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best drop-off point that suits your needs. Hotel pickup instructions: As soon as the tour guide arrives at your hotel, they get the front desk to call you in the room in case you are not at the lobby. Airport arrival instructions: Once you have arrived at the airport there will be a member of our staff waiting for you at the arrivals area holding a clear sign with your name on it, they will then escort you to your waiting vehicle.
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Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- Portuguese
- English
- French
- Spanish
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketPICK-UP INFORMATION: • Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best pick-up point that suits your needs. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - DROP-OFF INSTRUCTIONS: • Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best drop-off point that suits your needs. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - HOTEL PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS: • As soon as the tour guide arrives at your hotel, they get the front desk to call you in the room in case you are not at the lobby. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AIRPORTS ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS: Once you have arrived at the airport there will be a member of our staff waiting for you at the arrivals area holding a clear sign with your name on it, they will then escort you to your waiting vehicle.Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/Sao_Paulo time to receive 100% refund.
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