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By Itaway Ecotours

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
The previous price was AU$28,546 and current price is AU$27,118 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Spot monkeys, sloths & toucans in Tijuca — the world's largest urban rainforest
    • The #1 thing to do in Rio on a rainy day
    • Hike shaded rainforest trails, refresh under waterfalls & explore secret caves
    • Enjoy stress-free door-to-door transfer in a comfortable AC vehicle
    • Marvel at the Chinese Viewpoint — Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf & Rio skyline

Activity location

    • Rio de Janeiro
    • Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Rio de Janeiro
    • Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Small Group Rainforest Hike – Hotel Pickup Included

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

· Door-to-door return transfer in a comfortable AC vehicle
· 25+ pickup locations across Rio’s touristic areas
· Simply step outside, we handle the rest
· Morning or afternoon deprture available

Price details
AU$28,545.03 x 2 AdultsAU$57,090.06
Total
Price is AU$57,090.06

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Small group guided hike on rainforest trails inside Tijuca National Park
  • Inclusions
    Waterfalls trail with a dip in a natural waterfall (may vary by season)
  • Inclusions
    Caves trail & Bats Cave exploration
  • Inclusions
    Certified eco-expert guides fluent in English, Spanish & Portuguese. French-speaking guides available upon request
  • Inclusions
    Chinese Viewpoint (weekdays only, replaced by Canoas Viewpoint on weekends & public holidays)
  • Inclusions
    Return transfer in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
  • Inclusions
    National Park Access
  • Inclusions
    Free guide-taken photos throughout your experience — just ask
  • Inclusions
    Group discounts — save up to 40%
  • Exclusions
    Wildlife sightings not guaranteed — animals roam free in their natural habitat
  • Exclusions
    Chinese Viewpoint closed on weekends & public holidays — replaced by Canoas Viewpoint
  • Exclusions
    Sheraton, Hotel Nacional & Zona Sul Market guests drop off at Leblon Shopping (Weekday group tours). Weekends & public holidays: door-to-door service for these addresses.
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Service charge for your guide (optional, always appreciated)

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Bare feet, Drones, Feeding animals, Littering, Luggage or large bags, Open-toed shoes, Pets, Sandals or flip flops, Smoking, Touching animals
    • Not suitable for: Children under 7 years, People over 60 years, People with low level of fitness, People with mobility impairments, Visually impaired people, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

  • Step into Tijuca National Park — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — on a small group rainforest hike with return transfer included. Just 40 minutes from Copacabana, this is the wild side of Brazil most visitors never find. Discover exceptional biodiversity, hidden waterfalls, ancient caves, and native wildlife deep in one of Brazil's most remarkable ecosystems, ending with panoramic views of Rio's iconic skyline. No experience needed — just bring your sense of adventure.

    • Small-group experience: Enjoy a personalised rainforest adventure, with an expert eco-guide focused on your group and the freedom to explore at a comfortable pace.

    • The best thing to do in Rio on a rainy day: In a rainforest, rain is part of the experience — waterfalls at full force, the forest at its most vivid, trails all to yourself. Our guides turn any weather into an unforgettable experience. Rain is no barrier — this tour runs safely in all weather. Bring a poncho and you're set!

    • Tijuca National Park: Step into one of the world's largest urban rainforests and discover its remarkable history, from near destruction by coffee plantations to its restoration tree by tree.

    • Discover Tijuca's waterfalls — from Cascatinha Taunay, the park's tallest at 35 metres (115 ft), to the hidden Cachoeira das Almas or Diamantina deeper in the forest. Expect 2 to 4 waterfalls depending on the season, ending at Baronesa where you can refresh under a natural mountain waterfall shower.

    • Rainforest hike: Go deeper into the rainforest on 2–4.5 km (1.2–2.8 miles) of lush natural trails, with some elevation gain, tree roots and rocky sections adding adventure. No experience needed—your guide sets a comfortable pace for an immersive experience.

    • Caves Trail: Venture into the Belmiro, Archer, and Bats Grottoes — hidden among dramatic granite rock formations deep in the rainforest. The Bats Grotto is Brazil's largest gneiss cave, stretching over 100 metres (328 ft) from entrance to exit.

    • Wildlife Encounters: Keep your eyes open for monkeys, toucans, sloths, and giant butterflies as you hike through the forest. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed — nature decides.

    • Chinese Viewpoint: Emerge from the rainforest to sweeping panoramic views of Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer, Copacabana, Ipanema, and Rio's full skyline. The Chinese Viewpoint is closed on weekends and public holidays — on those days, the equally scenic Canoas Viewpoint takes its place.

Location

Activity location

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    • Rio de Janeiro
    • Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Rio de Janeiro
    • Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil