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Full-Day Guided Hiking Tour: Gávea Rock from Rio
Rio de Janeiro
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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Hiking time is approximately 4 hours (2.5 up and 1.5 down) with 3.7 miles total.
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This is an advanced hike with light climbing; it is not suitable for inexperienced hikers or those with mobility issues
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Wear lightweight hiking clothes and sturdy walking/hiking shoes
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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Enjoy breathtaking views of the city of Rio de Janeiro from atop Pedra da Gávea, a towering monolith known as Gavea Rock within Rio's tropical Tijuca Rainforest. Experienced hikers will love this challenging trek, which winds along precipices and climbs through durian-filled forest that's home to monkeys and giant butterflies. There's even a short-but-serious scramble up a rock wall on this 8-hour tour.
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Safety equipment
Roundtrip Transfer to Most Hotels in São Conrado, Leblon, Ipanema and Copacabana
Guide
Food and drinks
Itinerary
The Gavea Rock (Pedra da Gávea) hiking is one of the most startling and rewarding of all tours. The summit stands at 842m / 2763ft above sea level. After picking up from hotels, the vehicle gets to the starting point. The ascent takes around two and a half hours and, once close to the top, you will probably feel the butterflies. Besides a steep but short scramble (15m / 49ft) and a few walks on the edge of precipices, there is nothing to fear. It’s all perfectly safe and doable by anyone. From up there, you will have 30/40 minutes to enjoy the view of Tijuca Forest, Pedra Bonita, Rocinha favela (one of the world’s biggest ghettos), São Conrado beach, Cristo Redentor, Sugar Loaf, Rodrigo de F...
Full-Day Guided Hiking Tour: Gávea Rock from Rio
Rio de Janeiro
About
Enjoy breathtaking views of the city of Rio de Janeiro from atop Pedra da Gávea, a towering monolith known as Gavea Rock within Rio's tropical Tijuca Rainforest. Experienced hikers will love this challenging trek, which winds along precipices and climbs through durian-filled forest that's home to monkeys and giant butterflies. There's even a short-but-serious scramble up a rock wall on this 8-hour tour.
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Safety equipment
Roundtrip Transfer to Most Hotels in São Conrado, Leblon, Ipanema and Copacabana