Sugarloaf Mountain Summit: Experience Climbing Baptism and Conquest Route in Rio de Janeiro
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Urca
Experience the thrill of climbing Sugarloaf Mountain in Rio de Janeiro. Start with a rock climbing baptism at Morro da Babilônia, then conquer the Pão de Açúcar. Descend on the iconic Sugar Loaf Cable Car.
Duration: 5 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Sugarloaf Mountain - We will start our incredible day with the climbing baptism on Morro da Babilônia, where the sport will be introduced, the guide will explain how the dynamics of rock climbing work, and then you will be ready to climb around 40 meters! This dynamic is excellent for overcoming fears and getting to know each other better, as it is highly secure with all safety equipment and a certified certified guide and providing security at all times, as well as no previous experience is necessary. Climbing is a highly empowering sport that serves as a tool for all fields of our lives.

After the baptism, we will hike to the summit of the iconic mountain of Pão de Açúcar, in Rio de Janeiro. Most of the hike is up the steep east face of the mountain. On the way, there is a 15-meter rope climbing stretch, ideal for beginners in the sport.

On the summit we will enjoy famous destinations such as Cristo Redentor, Copacabana Beach, Tijuca Forest and its mountains, the city of Niterôi, and much more.

To get off, the famous cable car (ticket included) to the first stop (Morro da Urca). From there, an easy 10-minute trail back to Praia Vermelha. Let’s go climb together!

What's Included
  • Ticket for descent of the Sugar Loaf cable car
  • Urca Hill Trail
  • Individual climbing equipment: climbing shoes, harness, helmet, personal auto insurance system and safety brake
  • Trilingual certified rock climbing instructor
  • Collective climbing equipment: dynamic rope, quickdraws and anchoring system
  • Access to Morro da Babilônia
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

♦ A blended experience to wholly delve into the world of climbing

♦ First-time climbing experience on the largest beginner’s rock climbing field in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Morro da Babilônia

♦ Ascend the Pão de Açúcar via its original climbing route

♦ Engage in climbing at Urca, within the largest urban climbing center globally, the magnificent city of Rio de Janeiro

♦ Descend using the world’s most renowned cable car, the Sugar Loaf Cable Car

  • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
  • No wheelchair accessibility
  • Close to public transport
  • It is recommended that you bring comfortable shoes with good grip, a light snack, water, sunscreen and insect repellent
  • The minimum age is 10 years old; minors must be accompanied by an adult
  • All guides are experienced and certified for climbing. All safety equipment provided is certified by UIAA
  • This experience requires good climatic conditions. If canceled due to bad weather, we will offer a different date or a full refund.
Location
Praça General Tibúrcio
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Guigodb
Feb 29, 2020
Amazing hike / climb of the Sugarloaf - I climbed the Sugarloaf with 3 of my friends. Diogo was a very good guide. He is very friendly and knowledgeable of the surroundings. He speaks Portuguese, English, Spanish, and even a little bit of French. He guided us to the top by hiking off the beaten paths. At some point, we even had to rock climb our way up. He carried all the climbing equipment and entertained us all the way, while still making sure we were safe. The hike/climb was intense, probably the steapest I walked, but it was not very long. Just long enough to be tired and to feel rewarded when we reached the top. For our group, the climb itself was more enjoyable than the view at the top. I recommend this 100% if you are adventurous. The views we had on the way up were even better than the ones at the top. Finally, when you walk/climb up, you can use the cable car to go down for free. So you get to see and to enjoy all sides of the Sugarloaf.
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Tiagodiasmiranda
Feb 28, 2020
Climbing as a birthday gift? - F-yeah! My (amazing) wife booked this activity for both of us as a birthday present. It was our first time and Diogo was the best guide we could have asked for!
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Pierresamueldahan
Feb 25, 2020
Great guide, great experience - I had the chance to get familiar to climbing (with the climbing baptism) and I climbed the sugarloaf moutain. Even if I did not have any previous climbing experience, it went very well thanks to the tips given by my guide Diogo. Climbing allows you to get a unique experience of Rio through the nature. Diogo is very serious and friendly and is necessary to access safely these unique sites (that you could not access without a guide). I totally recommend this activity that I will never forget !
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Asanchez32
Feb 24, 2020
Amazing experience! Unforgettable! - If you like nature & want to feel the other Rio (not just for tourists), this is for you! Our guide Diogo help us to get the best view of the Cidade Maravilhosa by our own feet and also give us explanations about plants, animals and obviously mountains (Morros!) around Rio! Totally recommended even if you don't have so much time or so much experience (you can start early in the morning and spend the rest of the day) ñ.
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Sunny_l
Aug 27, 2023
Bad experience would never recommend to anyone - Bad experience, it’s a scam, ruined my holiday. I have chosen the most expensive package USD 125 to include pick up from hotel, but the guide didn’t showed up and even spent 2 days in getting in touch with the agent with no feedback. No apology ever been given but USD 125 have been charged on my card.
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Philipp
Jul 22, 2023
No pickup, no tour, no refund! - No Pickup, no contact to tour operator, no tour! 👎🏿 Very weak performance. Until now no money back! Never again with this company!
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