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Adventure & History at Tijuca Forest (small group or private)
(176) Reviews
State of Rio de Janeiro
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This Tijuca Forest tour circuit, visits a variety of attractions in the National Park that are not well known so it has a more exclusive touch. HIking approx. 6,4 km (3.8 miles), on trails made in 19th century, when the area was occupied by coffee farms and you’ll discover and learn the history of Tijuca National Park, one of the largest replanted urban forest in the planet. Along the way we visit Cascatinha Taunay (highes waterfall in the park), the Mayrink Chapel (from 1850), the Cova da Onça Bridge, the Eucalyptus Forest (an old slave cemetery) and the Bats’s Grotto (biggest gneiss cave in Brazil). After that you cool off at Baronesa Cascade waterfall, and start descending to the starting...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in Portuguese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in Portuguese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
Guided Hike
All Fees and Taxes
Transport in small vehicle (max. 6 people) / (optional air conditioner)
Licensed tour guide
Insurance
Food and drinks
Hotel pick up/drop off OUT of the designated areas
Meeting Points
Departure
South Zone (Rio de Janeiro)
Transport is included from designated hotels (more than 50 options) on the neighborhoods of Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Leme, Santa Teresa, Flamengo and Botafogo. When booking, choose from a list the best/closest option as your meeting point.
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Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Fitness required. MODERATE level hike. NO technical rock climbing, just hiking.
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Hike details: approx. 6km=3.8mi (up and down rough terrain), 3h, elev. gain 448m=1469ft.
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Maximum of 6 participants on the tour (or you can choose a private option)
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Not recommended for child under 12 and they must be accompanied.
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Passport name, number, and date of birth is required at time of booking for all participants (for insurance)
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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On this tour, we'll hike for about 3h in aloop circuit in the Tijuca Forest National Park. We'll visit the atlantic rainforest, hiking on trails, up and downhill, passing by waterfalls, caves, bridges and also historical sites. After the hike, there's a break for a waterfall shower.
Adventure & History at Tijuca Forest (small group or private)
(176) Reviews
State of Rio de Janeiro
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$72.00
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About
This Tijuca Forest tour circuit, visits a variety of attractions in the National Park that are not well known so it has a more exclusive touch. HIking approx. 6,4 km (3.8 miles), on trails made in 19th century, when the area was occupied by coffee farms and you’ll discover and learn the history of Tijuca National Park, one of the largest replanted urban forest in the planet. Along the way we visit Cascatinha Taunay (highes waterfall in the park), the Mayrink Chapel (from 1850), the Cova da Onça Bridge, the Eucalyptus Forest (an old slave cemetery) and the Bats’s Grotto (biggest gneiss cave in Brazil). After that you cool off at Baronesa Cascade waterfall, and start descending to the starting...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in Portuguese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in Portuguese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
Guided Hike
All Fees and Taxes
Transport in small vehicle (max. 6 people) / (optional air conditioner)
Licensed tour guide
Insurance
Food and drinks
Hotel pick up/drop off OUT of the designated areas
Meeting Points
Departure
South Zone (Rio de Janeiro)
Transport is included from designated hotels (more than 50 options) on the neighborhoods of Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Leme, Santa Teresa, Flamengo and Botafogo. When booking, choose from a list the best/closest option as your meeting point.