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15 Best Rio De Janeiro Hikes

The trails worth the airfare.

The 15 most popular rio de janeiro hikes. The trails that draw the most hikers, with the distance, the time on your feet, the cost and who guides them.

15 Best Rio De Janeiro Hikes

Rio: Tijuca Forest Small Group Hike to Caves and Waterfalls - Hotel pickup from Copacabana and Ipanema: less fuss, more trail time
Hiking & Trekking, Rio De Janeiro, Tour Reviews, Waterfall Hikes

Rio: Tijuca Forest Small Group Hike to Caves and Waterfalls

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1.Rio: Tijuca Forest Small Group Hike to Caves and Waterfalls

Small-group Tijuca Forest hike with caves and waterfalls, plus 19th-century coffee ruins and hotel pickup from Rio’s South Zone.

Most Popular★ 4.9

“Hike was good. Guide Vini is quite knowledgeable and friendly. Going to nature is always healing, but cannot say i was exited with what i saw. There were no mosquitos, we didn't see animals, places were sometimes empty, then other people arrive. So these conditions vary. Hike was not average, for me it was closer…”

536 reviews6 hoursFrom $69by Jungle Me

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Pedra do Telégrafo Hike and Beach Full-Day Tour - From Pickup to Trailhead: What the Ride Covers
Full-Day, Hiking & Trekking, Rio De Janeiro, Tour Reviews, Tours

Pedra do Telégrafo Hike and Beach Full-Day Tour

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2.Pedra do Telégrafo Hike and Beach Full-Day Tour

Hike Pedra do Telégrafo, then unwind at Grumari or Prainha in Rio. Early summit timing, AC pickup, expert guides.

★ 4.5

“The guide was the best. Always waiting and helping people during the hike. He gave us plenty of time to enjoy the beach. Also he was very helpful with the pictures. I really recommend this activity and Erick.”

417 reviews4 hoursFrom $56by S2 Rio - Tours Rio de Janeiro

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Sunrise and Sunrise Walk Two Brothers with Local Guide - The 1.5 km Atlantic Forest hike: what the trail feels like
Guided, Morning, Rio De Janeiro, Tour Reviews, Walking Tours

Sunrise and Sunrise Walk Two Brothers with Local Guide

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Rio de Janeiro: Tijuca Forest Challenge Hike Full-Day Trip - Picking Up in Rio’s South Zone and Settling Into the Day
1-Day Tours, Full-Day, Hiking & Trekking, Rio De Janeiro, Tour Reviews

Rio de Janeiro: Tijuca Forest Challenge Hike Full-Day Trip

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5.Rio de Janeiro: Tijuca Forest Challenge Hike Full-Day Trip

Challenge your legs on a hard 10.4 km Tijuca Forest hike with small-group jungle trails, coffee-farm ruins, caves, and waterfall refresh.

★ 4.9

“I enjoyed every part of it. The length and difficulty was perfect! The hike was very fun! Pietro, my guide, was fun to talk to. He was very knowledgeable about the different parts of the forest and its history. He even gave me recommendations for food and other things to do in Rio. Highly recommended…”

163 reviews9 hoursFrom $86by Jungle Me

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Rio de Janeiro: Dois Irmãos Peak Sunrise, Day or Sunset Hike - Sunrise vs Daytime: Picking the Right Option for Your Style
Evening Experiences, Hiking & Trekking, Morning, Rio De Janeiro, Sunrise & Sunset Hikes, Tour Reviews

Rio de Janeiro: Dois Irmãos Peak Sunrise, Day or Sunset Hike

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7.Rio de Janeiro: Dois Irmãos Peak Sunrise, Day or Sunset Hike

A short, moderate climb to Dois Irmãos for Rio’s best views, with a guided sunrise or daytime hike from Vidigal.

★ 4.7

“The guided sunset hike was absolutely worth it! The trail was well-paced, and the guide made the journey engaging. Reaching the top just in time for sunset was breathtaking—the view stretched endlessly, painted in vibrant hues of orange and pink. The atmosphere was peaceful yet energizing, making it a perfect way to end the day.…”

94 reviews3.5 hoursFrom $54by Carioca Tours with Nat

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Rio de Janeiro: Pedra da Gávea Guided Hike Tour - Who This Tour Suits (And Who Should Pick Something Easier)
Guided, Hiking & Trekking, Rio De Janeiro, Tour Reviews, Tours

Rio de Janeiro: Pedra da Gávea Guided Hike Tour

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8.Rio de Janeiro: Pedra da Gávea Guided Hike Tour

Challenge Pedra da Gávea on a small-group guided hike with certified climbing gear, safety-first guides, and sweeping Rio views.

★ 4.9

“Great guide and a great tour. They tend to cancel at really short notice if there are not enough people. Which I can understand but please plan more time. I recommend to just pay for the group to fill up.”

86 reviews8 hoursFrom $68by Nattrip Brasil

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Climb Sugarloaf: A Thrilling Adventure to Rio’s Postcard Peak - The Climb Itself: A 15-Meter East Face Section With Pro Support
Rio De Janeiro, Tour Reviews

Climb Sugarloaf: A Thrilling Adventure to Rio’s Postcard Peak

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9.Climb Sugarloaf: A Thrilling Adventure to Rio’s Postcard Peak

Climb Sugarloaf’s East Face with a pro guide, enjoy postcard views, and ride the cable car down to Morro da Urca.

★ 5.0

“The hike was no joke — definitely not for the faint-hearted — but Igor stayed calm, supportive, and made the whole journey feel safe. Once you find your rhythm on the trail, it becomes more manageable mentally. The rope climbing section was the highlight for me — being harnessed in Lol. Highly, highly recommend this…”

79 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $74.55by Itaway Ecotours

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Rio: Tijuca National Park Small-Group Hike to Pedra Bonita - Pedra Bonita: the summit viewpoint that frames Rio’s coast
Hiking & Trekking, National Parks, Rio De Janeiro, Tour Reviews

Rio: Tijuca National Park Small-Group Hike to Pedra Bonita

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10.Rio: Tijuca National Park Small-Group Hike to Pedra Bonita

A small-group rainforest hike in Tijuca National Park to Pedra Bonita, with Rio coast views and real history along the trail.

★ 4.9

“We had an excellent walk with Tito of JungleMe. Good path (not difficult) through the forest, emerging at the exposed rock of Pedra Bonita where you can see up and down the coast. Tito speaks excellent English and helped us understand Brazilian ecosystems, history, economy etc. Very worthwhile!”

79 reviews5 hoursFrom $63by Jungle Me

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Pedra da Gavea Guided Hiking tour - How the 8-Hour Day Flows (No Need to Guess)
Guided, Hiking & Trekking, Rio De Janeiro, Tour Reviews, Tours

Pedra da Gavea Guided Hiking tour

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11.Pedra da Gavea Guided Hiking tour

Guided hike to Pedra da Gávea from Rio’s Tijuca Rainforest, with safety gear, small groups, and big views including Christ.

★ 4.5

“Sergio was my guide, absolutely fantastic service the whole day, spoke good English which helped a gringo like me. Really fun day of hiking, rock climbing and taking in the views. Also provided great service in showing the best spots for photos and taking them for the group. Would recommend to anyone thinking of going”

71 reviews8 hours (approx.)From $70.63by Nattrip - Tourism, Ecotourism and Adventure in Rio de Janeiro

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Garganta do Céu and Waterfall hike in Pedra da Gávea - Entering Tijuca National Park: what the climb actually demands
Hiking & Trekking, Rio De Janeiro, Tour Reviews, Waterfall Hikes

Garganta do Céu and Waterfall hike in Pedra da Gávea

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12.Garganta do Céu and Waterfall hike in Pedra da Gávea

Hike to Garganta do Céu for surreal Rio views, then cool off at Sorimã Waterfall on a small-group Tijuca National Park trail.

★ 5.0

“This was a very challenging hike for me. Took me 2hrs going up. Rugged terrain with lots of rocks. Ron Beulah is an excellent guide and truly helped to make sure that I got up and down without incident. There were 3 tourists & 1 guide. If you have any major health issues or are…”

71 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $58.66

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Half Day Hiking Tour Morro Dois Irmaos and Favela Vidigal - What you can spot from above (and how to use it for your own photos)
Hiking & Trekking, Rio De Janeiro, Tour Reviews, Tours

Half Day Hiking Tour Morro Dois Irmaos and Favela Vidigal

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13.Half Day Hiking Tour Morro Dois Irmaos and Favela Vidigal

Half-day hike from Morro Dois Irmaos to Vidigal with local motorcycle taxi, panoramic views, sunrise option, and HD photo album.

★ 5.0

“Fernando is a Star. This is the best tour in South America that I have done thus far (travelled ~5 months over multiple years throughout South America). My partner and I took this tour for the sunrise option and the views are absolutely stunRead more”

65 reviewsFrom $53.64by Marca na Agenda

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Rio de Janeiro: Tijuca Peak Guided Hike - Meeting at Praça Afonso Viseu: What to Do First
Guided, Hiking & Trekking, Rio De Janeiro, Tour Reviews

Rio de Janeiro: Tijuca Peak Guided Hike

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14.Rio de Janeiro: Tijuca Peak Guided Hike

Guided hike in Rio’s Tijuca National Park to Pico da Tijuca for jungle views, a waterfall stop, plus the Tijuca forest museum.

★ 4.7

“Nous ne sommes pas des habitués de randonnées. Nous avons voulu nous dépasser en essayant cette randonnée de 6h et nous n’avons pas été déçu ! Le guide a été génial et a su nous faire passer par des recoins géniaux. Il avait aussi une bonne connaissance de la forêt et de son histoire. La…”

56 reviewsFrom $56by Nattrip Ecotourism and Adventure

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Tijuca Forest Hike - Waterfalls & Caves, Nature & Wild Life! - Price and value: is $69.59 worth a 4.5-hour rainforest day?
Hiking & Trekking, Rio De Janeiro, Tour Reviews, Waterfall Hikes

Tijuca Forest Hike – Waterfalls & Caves, Nature & Wild Life!

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15.Tijuca Forest Hike – Waterfalls & Caves, Nature & Wild Life!

Tijuca Forest hike with 35m Taunay views, cool waterfalls, and safe cave visits. Small-group walking, mostly easy trails, great photos.

★ 5.0

“We had a great time hiking through the forest with our guide alli. She was great and pointed out all of the animals and plants to see along the way. The hike was super informative about the history of tijuca park, the animals that live there and the insects. My daughter was super excited for…”

51 reviews4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $69.59by Hike in Rio

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