Tijuca Forest Tour: A Biodiverse Hiking Adventure with Waterfalls, Caves, and Unique Fauna & Flora
4.9
312 Ratings
Rio de Janeiro
Embark on an unforgettable hiking adventure in the biodiverse Tijuca Forest, exploring waterfalls, caves, and unique flora and fauna. Choose from easy to moderate options and experience the breathtaking beauty of this natural wonder!
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Cascatinha Taunay - *Please note that the itinerary and times may change depending on the park’s restrictions, the chosen tour option, weather conditions, and other factors.
Witness the awe-inspiring Taunay Waterfall, the tallest in Rio, which cascades down from great heights and provides a serene atmosphere in the heart of the rainforest.
- Cachoeira das Almas - Take a dip in the refreshing waters of the stunning Cachoeira das Almas waterfall and natural pool, surrounded by the peaceful and lush rainforest
- the Bat Cave - Explore the mysterious beauty of Gruta dos Morcegos, a 100-meter-long cave in Tijuca Park. Discover this enchanting world and marvel at the spectacular rock formations while learning about the cave’s fascinating history.
- Cascata da Baronesa - Cool off in the refreshing waters of Baronesa Waterfall, immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the rainforest, and take a break from the heat in this picturesque and tranquil setting.
- Cascata Gabriela - As we wrap up our tour, we have one more exciting stop in store for you - the stunning Gabriela Waterfall! It’s the perfect spot to take a refreshing dip and cool off after a day of exploring. Trust us, you won’t want to miss this one!
- Vista Chinesa - Vista Chinesa is a popular lookout point located in the Tijuca Forest in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It offers stunning panoramic views of the city and surrounding landscape, including the famous Christ the Redeemer statue. It’s the perfect way to cap off your tour and experience the beauty of Rio from above!
**It is noteworthy that temporary closures or access restrictions at Vista Chinesa may be more prevalent during weekends and holidays, when the number of visitors typically increases. Therefore, we cannot guarantee that we will always have the opportunity to stop at this lookout point. Your drop off location will also determine if we will be able to pass by or not.
What's Included
- Complimentary entrance to Tijuca National Park
- Air-conditioned vehicle for pickup and drop-off
- Guiding services in English, Spanish, and Portuguese
What's Not Included
- Food, Beverages, and Additional Expenses
- Tips or Gratuity
Additional Information
Embark on an unforgettable hiking adventure in the lush Tijuca Forest, home to a wealth of biodiversity, cascading waterfalls, and hidden caves.
Our expert guide will take you on a journey through the heart of the forest, showcasing the diverse fauna and flora that call this natural wonder home. Witness the power of cascading waterfalls, explore hidden caves, and discover the unique biodiversity of the Tijuca Forest, visiting all the must-see spots along the way.
Come join us and experience the breathtaking beauty and incredible biodiversity of the forest!
Don’t worry about the difficulty level - we have options ranging from easy to moderate to suit everyone’s preferences. Let’s enjoy the great outdoors and have a blast together!
*The ‘Tijuca Peak Hike’ tour doesn’t include the cave visit.
**Kindly be advised that the itinerary is subject to change based on various factors such as the park’s regulations, prevailing natural conditions, and the physical capabilities of the group.
- Don’t worry about the difficulty level - we have options ranging from easy to moderate to suit everyone’s preferences.
- Itaway Ecotours 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 him/her and/or his/her group is/are mentally and physically able to participate. No refund is applicable after starting the tour.
- Pick up covered area: Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Botafogo, São Conrado, Flamengo, Lagoa. Pickups outside these areas will have an additional charge.
- Rainy weather does not affect the scheduled tour of the forest, which is known to be more enchanting and lively during such weather. The waterfalls are more magnificent and the chances of spotting wild animals increase during rainfall. Visitors are guaranteed a unique and unforgettable experience in the forest, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Kindly be advised that the itinerary is subject to change based on various factors such as the park’s regulations, prevailing natural conditions, and the physical capabilities of the group.
- Pickup times vary by location and will be shared the day before via WhatsApp or Viator messaging. Please wait in the lobby.
Location
Mirante das canoas
Estrada das Canoas, km 3, Sao Conrado
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(312 Ratings)
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Andrea_v
May 25, 2024
Excellent tour!! - Pedro was the best!! He grew up in Brazil and knows a lot about everything! Very nice and professional and fun! He showed us the most beautiful spots in the Tijuca Forest, even told us some of the best places to eat and even made reservations for us!! Super nice guy and an excellent guide!! This is a tour you don’t want to miss!!
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Camper05784229120
May 25, 2024
MAKE SURE YOU CAN GET EDUARDO - EDUARDO was an amazing guide. Very knowledgeable and friendly and took great photos throughout the tour. Take this tour for some good views and a dip in the waterfall and cave.
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Marko_m
May 25, 2024
Thank you for amazing tour! - The whole Tijuca National Park is amazing! Pedro is an amazing guide, he told us so many things about National Park, animal species, type of threes, storises behind builded amazing, how Tijuca park was in the past fields for growing coffee, and how it was converted to forest and plus nature after did their thing.
Thank you Pedro for being a wonderful guide, for showing us even story of Rio de Jeneiro and different type of Brazilian music! All the best in future. I will recommend definitely to my friends 😃
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Kristian_k
May 23, 2024
EDOARDO = excellent tour guide - EDOARDO was an amazing tour guide. His English may not be perfect, but his passion for the job and the little stories and mini-lessons on the history and ecology were perfect.
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Arina_a
May 23, 2024
A great day in Tijuka - Nice tour. Amazing views, waterfalls, a cave and a great hike. Eduardo, our tour guys was wonderful: passionate about nature, knowledgeable, professional, friendly.
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Herbert0d
May 19, 2024
Very memorable tour of an amazing place place - Eduardo, the guide was amazing. Knowledge, professional, friendly, and made the tour a real joy. Great memories of this beautiful place.
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Northstar46670368267
May 18, 2024
Fun tour! Highly recommend - Amazing tour through the park. Rafael was an amazing guide, told us stories about the trees, animals and also history about the park. Met amazing people on this tour. Also afterwards giving us tips on where to have lunch in the city. Thank you once again!
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Ayelet_g
May 18, 2024
Beautiful - Samuel was great, provided us with a personalized tour, hiking and seeing some of the beauties of tujica national park. He even went the extra mile and captured beautiful photos of us as we enjoyed and views. He was knowledgeable and was able to answer all of our questions of the culture, history and the region.
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Julissa_p
May 27, 2024
Ok tour do the morning - Good tour, just wished the guide went a little slower so we can take in the scenary. And we were out of shape so the hike was a bit rough for us. Also recommend you do the morning tour may not be as rushed since the park closed at 5.
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Youandi_d
May 25, 2024
Nice trip - This is a nice excursion if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Alexis tells a lot about nature and the origins of the forest and answers many questions. He is consciously working to help protect the forest. The hike itself is easy to do, even if you are not an experienced hiker. It is at least half uphill and we actually had to rock climb once. Alexis knows a detour if you can't or don't want to.
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