Rio de Janeiro Tijuca Rainforest Hike with Waterfalls, Caves and Mirante das Canoas
by Itaway Ecotours
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.R$780Overview
The tour begins with pickup between 6:45 and 8:00 AM year-round or in the afternoon at 12:45 PM from May to October and 1:30 PM from November to March, depending on the location. The first stop is Mirante das Canoas, a viewpoint with views of Pedra da Gavea, Pedra Bonita, and the São Conrado neighborhood, where the group pauses for five minutes. After a 15-minute drive, the hike starts inside Tijuca National Park, a large urban rainforest. The trail covers between two and five kilometers with easy to moderate difficulty and some uphill sections. Participants visit several waterfalls beginning with Taunay Waterfall, the tallest in Rio, spending about 30 minutes there. The hike continues to caves on the park’s circuit, including a 10-minute stop at one of the first grottos and a 15-minute exploration of the Bat Cave, a 100-meter-long cave with notable rock formations. Next, the group stops for 30 minutes at Baronesa Waterfall, where there is time to rest and cool off in the water. The final stop is Vista Chinesa, a lookout in the Tijuca Forest offering panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro including the Christ the Redeemer statue, with a 10-minute visit; this viewpoint is closed on weekends and holidays. Certified guides lead the hike, provide information, and take photos upon request. Pickup and drop-off are included in an air-conditioned vehicle. Entrance tickets to Tijuca National Park are included. Food, drinks, tips, and rain gear are not included. The tour lasts about five hours but may vary due to traffic. Wildlife such as monkeys, toucans, sloths, turtles, and others may be seen, but sightings are not guaranteed. The tour runs regardless of weather, with waterfalls often more impressive during rain.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Mirante das Canoas
This viewpoint provides views of Pedra da Gavea and Pedra Bonita mountains, along with the São Conrado neighborhood. After a short stop, the group continues directly to Tijuca Park, which is 15 minutes away.
5 min
Taunay Waterfall
The tallest waterfall in Rio, Taunay Waterfall cascades from a great height and provides a quiet spot within the rainforest. Visitors spend about 30 minutes here. Itineraries and timing may change due to park rules or weather.
30 min
First Grotto on Caves Circuit
This stop includes one of the initial caves on the Tijuca National Park circuit, visited for about 10 minutes.
10 min
Bat Cave
A 100-meter-long cave in Tijuca Park, known for its rock formations. Visitors spend around 15 minutes here, with guides explaining the cave’s history.
15 min
Baronesa Waterfall
A 30-minute stop to relax and cool off in the clear, natural waters of Baronesa Waterfall amidst the rainforest surroundings.
30 min
Vista Chinesa
This lookout point in Tijuca Forest provides panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro, including the Christ the Redeemer statue. The stop lasts about 10 minutes. Note this site is closed on weekends and holidays.
10 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Rio de Janeiro Tijuca Rainforest Hike with Waterfalls, Caves and Mirante das Canoas
by Itaway Ecotours
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.R$780Overview
The tour begins with pickup between 6:45 and 8:00 AM year-round or in the afternoon at 12:45 PM from May to October and 1:30 PM from November to March, depending on the location. The first stop is Mirante das Canoas, a viewpoint with views of Pedra da Gavea, Pedra Bonita, and the São Conrado neighborhood, where the group pauses for five minutes. After a 15-minute drive, the hike starts inside Tijuca National Park, a large urban rainforest. The trail covers between two and five kilometers with easy to moderate difficulty and some uphill sections. Participants visit several waterfalls beginning with Taunay Waterfall, the tallest in Rio, spending about 30 minutes there. The hike continues to caves on the park’s circuit, including a 10-minute stop at one of the first grottos and a 15-minute exploration of the Bat Cave, a 100-meter-long cave with notable rock formations. Next, the group stops for 30 minutes at Baronesa Waterfall, where there is time to rest and cool off in the water. The final stop is Vista Chinesa, a lookout in the Tijuca Forest offering panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro including the Christ the Redeemer statue, with a 10-minute visit; this viewpoint is closed on weekends and holidays. Certified guides lead the hike, provide information, and take photos upon request. Pickup and drop-off are included in an air-conditioned vehicle. Entrance tickets to Tijuca National Park are included. Food, drinks, tips, and rain gear are not included. The tour lasts about five hours but may vary due to traffic. Wildlife such as monkeys, toucans, sloths, turtles, and others may be seen, but sightings are not guaranteed. The tour runs regardless of weather, with waterfalls often more impressive during rain.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Mirante das Canoas
This viewpoint provides views of Pedra da Gavea and Pedra Bonita mountains, along with the São Conrado neighborhood. After a short stop, the group continues directly to Tijuca Park, which is 15 minutes away.
5 min
Taunay Waterfall
The tallest waterfall in Rio, Taunay Waterfall cascades from a great height and provides a quiet spot within the rainforest. Visitors spend about 30 minutes here. Itineraries and timing may change due to park rules or weather.
30 min
First Grotto on Caves Circuit
This stop includes one of the initial caves on the Tijuca National Park circuit, visited for about 10 minutes.
10 min
Bat Cave
A 100-meter-long cave in Tijuca Park, known for its rock formations. Visitors spend around 15 minutes here, with guides explaining the cave’s history.
15 min
Baronesa Waterfall
A 30-minute stop to relax and cool off in the clear, natural waters of Baronesa Waterfall amidst the rainforest surroundings.
30 min
Vista Chinesa
This lookout point in Tijuca Forest provides panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro, including the Christ the Redeemer statue. The stop lasts about 10 minutes. Note this site is closed on weekends and holidays.
10 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.