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Tijuca Forest Challenge Full-Day Hike (Small Group)

4.9  / 5
97 reviews
Activity provider:Jungle Me
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Tijuca Forest Challenge Full-Day Hike (Small Group)

Activity provider:Jungle Me
4.9  / 5
97 reviews

From $74.58 per person

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A challenging hike in the Tijuca Forest National Park in a small group. Hike an amazing trail, up and down hill (10 km=6.5mi). Peaks with great views, caves, waterfalls, and ruins of old coffee farms.

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Duration 9 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Portuguese
Pickup included
Hotel pickup and drop-off are provided from designated hotels and hostels in the South Zone area in the following neighborhoods: Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Leme, Santa Teresa, Gloria, Catete, Flamengo, Praia de Botafogo. Please check with the local partner to see if this service is possible from your hotel/address. If pickup is not available from your hotel, a nearby meeting point will be provided instead.
Private or small groups available

Experience

Highlights
  • A 10,4km challenging and adventurous hike, up and downhill, for intrepid hikers.
  • Immerse yourself in a scenic trail circuit, reaching peaks with great views
  • Visit Cascatinha Taunay and another viewpoint in the Tijuca Forest National Park
  • Explore grottos and cool off with a waterfall shower after the hike
  • Enjoy the company of a small group of maximum 6 people
Full description
The tour takes you on a challenging hike (10,4km=6.5mi), uphill and on rough terrain, through the Tijuca Rainforest. The elevation gain of 848 meters (2,782 feet) is perfect for the more adventurous and prepared hikers. Tijuca Forest os one of the biggest urban forests on the planet, on this off-the-beaten-track circuit of trails to discover the nature and beauty of the jungle, reaching the Taquara Hill (814m=2670ft). This peak is a 100m higher than the Christ Redeemer statue, and on clear days, you have 2 amazing views: one to the valley of the forest and another to the West part of Rio, its coastline and lagoons. After that, you will go to a deeper part of the jungle following a trail that is almost secret as it is very rare to see other people doing it. Within 1 hour of hiking up and downhill, you will reach the ruins of an old coffee farm and, with a bit more walking, you will reach a grotto and a cave in the middle of the rainforest. After this, you head to a waterfall* where you can refresh yourself (bring a towel and bathing suit). The hike covers a total of approximately 10,4 kilometers (6.5miles) and will take around 5 hours. Go up and downhill with an elevation gain of 848 meters (2,782 feet). The trail circuit was designed by experts in the Tijuca Forest Park using tracks and sites that are not well-known or regularly visited, so you'll be hiking in a very unusual part of the forest.  The scenery of this tour is amazing and it has a lot to offer as you are visiting sites that are not featured in most tours. On the way up, you will learn the history of Brazil, Rio, the Tijuca Forest, and everything about the coffee farms that used to occupy that area before the reforestation that happened in the 1800's. * The water flow on the waterfalls varies according to the intensity of the rain. * The tour also goes to Vista Chinesa summit after the hike but only on working days (on weekends/holidays Vista Chinesa is closed for vehicles)
Includes
  • Bilingual tour guide
  • Insurance (you must provide passport number, birth date and full name of participants)
  • Transportation (designated hotels in the South Zone of Rio)
  • Food
  • Water and drinks
  • Transportation from outlying areas
Not suitable for
  • Children under 14 years
  • People with heart problems
  • Wheelchair users

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What to bring

  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Snacks
  • Hiking shoes
  • Sunscreen
  • Water
  • Insect repellent

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • This hike requires very good fitness – level: Hard (10,4km=6.5mi)/4 to 5 hours/elev. gain 2,782ft. (848m)
  • This tour is not recommended for children under 14 years of age; people with a history of cardiovascular, pulmonary, or any illness/condition incompatible with difficult physical activities
  • Children with more than 14 years old are welcome if they enjoy hiking and nature and please also consider the tour is a full day (8 to 9h)
  • The tour requires a good level of fitness and is a challenging hike
  • Hike Details: duration 4 to 5 hours round-trip distance 10,4 km (6.5 miles). Elevation gain 848m (2782ft).
  • The operator of this tour reserves the right to refuse any participant that they believe are unable to endure this hike

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Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 97 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Service
    4.7/5
  • Organization
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Milena – PolandOctober 28, 2023 – Verified booking
Great experience. 5h of the real trekking in the rainforest. you can feel the jungle. Two nice waterfalls, the cave and a lot of wildlife. Even the weather was not good, rainy and foggy day, we were able to see monkeys, koati, hear a lot of birds. Our guide, Riccardo was very friendly and professional, with great knowledge. I appeciate also the contact with the company, they were sending updates, all was clear - where and when is the pick up point, what to expect, how to prepare, how to contact witrh the guide if needed, etc. I really recommend this tour to everyone who would like to not only see Tijuca, but really experience it. Great job JungleMe!!!
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Solveig – SwedenOctober 7, 2023 – Verified booking
I had a wonderful time in the forest, the guide Roberto was excellent knowing many interesting things about the different sites, plants, trees and animals. It was an easy hike and a perfect option for cloudy day when little is seen from the viewpoint but you still want to explore Tijuca.
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Chiara – SwitzerlandOctober 7, 2023 – Verified booking
Very enjoyable trip. We couldn't do the full hike because of the bad weather, but they suggest us to make half-day trip instead. Our guide Roberto tell us a lot of interesting curiosity about the forest, plants animals and history of the place. Very interesting overall. The forest is amazing.
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