Botanic Garden and Parque Lage Exploration: A Breathtaking Tour of Rio's Natural Beauty
4.5
12 Ratings
Copacabana
Immerse yourself in the verdant beauty of Rio's Botanic Garden and Parque Lage. Explore tropical plants, orchids, and English-style gardens on this breathtaking tour.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Botanical Garden - The Botanic Garden was founded in 1808 by D. Joao VI for introducing and acclimatizing economically beneficial plants brought from other tropical regions outside of Brazil. Do not forget to take picture close to the spectacular avenue of royal palm-trees at the entrance of the Botanical Garden and in front of the portal of the Brazilian Academy of Fine Arts.
- Parque Lage - Explore the English-style gardens, forested trails, artificial caves, and the stunning mansion at the center of Parque Lage.
What's Included
- Climate-controlled transportation
- Included entry to Parque Lage
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Admission to Botanic Garden (prices from 15 BRL to 70 BRL - must be paid in cash)
Additional Information
Immerse yourself in the verdant beauty of the Botanic Garden and the Parque Lage. Tucked beneath the Corcovado Mountain, these two places have an enchanting mix of manicured grounds and untamed rainforest.
Meet the tour guide at your hotel lobby and head to the Jardim Botânico neighborhood. Explore the collection of more than 7,000 species of tropical plants, bromeliads, orchids and native Brazilian plants. Take your time to breath the fresh air and to admire all that beauty.
As a bonus, we add the Parque Lage in this tour for you. Explore the English-style gardens, forested trails, artificial caves, and the stunning mansion at the center of Parque Lage.
At the end of the tour, you are taken back to your hotel. Or may stay by yourself to enjoy these places a little bit more.
Tour guide, roundtrip transfer, entrance to Parque Lage included.
- Children under the age of 4 are complimentary as they must sit on the parent’s lap.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- If requested, you must present a copy of your ID.
- Sunglasses, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, hats, comfortable clothing and walking shoes are recommended for this tour.
- Contact us to confirm the pickup time according to hotel location.
- Botanic Garden tickets must be paid in cash.
Location
Hotel Rio Othon Palace
Avenida Atlântica
If you do not contact us reconfirm pickup time, we assume you will meet us at the Meeting Point at the Front Desk of the Rio Othon Palace (Avenida Atlântica, 3264 - Copacabana).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(12 Ratings)
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Alex_a
Mar 18, 2024
Would definitely recommend - Very relaxing and informative tour with excellent guide. Great presentation of a real beuty of Brazilian flora and founa.
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Angelina_m
Dec 31, 2023
it was very interesting... - it was very interesting and fun, the tour guide was very patient with us and did 101 to make us happy
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Claudine
Nov 4, 2023
Rio 2023 - Monica was a great tour guide. She was very knowledgeable about the history of sights we saw and she was also a great photographer. She didn’t rush us and allowed us to take in the views as much as we wanted. Parque Lage was amazing and the Botonical garden was even more spectacular. The weather was perfect during our visit so that made a difference as well. I highly recommend this tour to end your time in Rio, it’s very peaceful and lots of great opportunities for photos
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978olalekans
Nov 2, 2023
To Monica - I loved having Monica as our guide. She was not only a phenomenal guide and host, she was also patient, knowledgeable and kind. Patient because despite our personal timing issues, she still received us and was able to accommodate us. Monica taught me a lot about Rio, its history, its people and culture all throughout the tour. She was kind because she remained warm and welcoming through the tour until the end.
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Johnr_c
Jan 2, 2023
Worth your time - Should not be missed! Parque Lage was a hidden gem where we saw monkeys and a very cool man-made grotto, along with beautiful vegetation. Recommend binoculars for the Botanic Garden if you want to see the wildlife - most are quite small. Our guide was excellent as well.
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Pkapshuk
Jan 15, 2022
Spectacular natural history of Rio de Janeiro - I thoroughly enjoyed my tour of Parque Lage and the Botanic Garden in Rio de Janeiro
The Roman inspired palace within the Parque Lage is spectacular as are the surrounding gardens. The Botanic Garden contains a diverse collection of plant species that exemplifies the wonderful natural history of Brazil.
My guide, Monica, possessed a wealth of knowledge pertaining to the history of Rio and demonstrated a strong passion for her native city.
I highly recommend this tour and guide.
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John_h
Feb 15, 2020
Botanical Highlight - Our guide, Leandro, was prompt, willing and knowledgeable. He obviously had an enthusiasm for the Gardens and enjoyed sharing this with us.
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Rheanna_s
Feb 22, 2022
Good tour guide, bad tour - We had a mixed experience on this tour, our guide Monica was amazing really knowledgeable and a saving grace. When we booked the tickets it didn't state anywhere we wouldn't get in to Parque Lage but when we arrived you cannot visit without pre booking, which you need to do a week in advance. So we only really saw the outside and the gardens which I would recommend but maybe not on this particular tour as its pretty expensive when you don't get the ticket price included
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Rima_m
Apr 8, 2022
Not good. - there were no tours. At first the meeting was postponed for an hour and later he wrote that the guide would not come because he got sick. We were damaged for half a day.
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