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Caves and Waterfalls Adventure in Tijuca Forest
4.9
406 Ratings
Rio de Janeiro
Embark on an unforgettable hiking adventure in the biodiverse Tijuca Forest, exploring waterfalls, caves, and unique flora and fauna. Choose from easy to moderate options and experience the breathtaking beauty of this natural wonder!
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Mirante das canoas - Our initial destination is Mirante das Canoas, a stunning viewpoint offering vistas of the Pedra da Gavea and Pedra Bonita mountains, as well as the Sao Conrado neighborhood. Following a brief stop, we’ll proceed directly to Tijuca Park, just 15 minutes away.
- Cascatinha Taunay - *Please note that the itinerary and times may change depending on the park’s restrictions, the chosen tour option, weather conditions, and other factors.
Witness the awe-inspiring Taunay Waterfall, the tallest in Rio, which cascades down from great heights and provides a serene atmosphere in the heart of the rainforest.
- Gruta Bernardo de Oliveira - This is one of the first grottos on the caves circuit within Tijuca National Park.
- the Bat Cave - Explore the mysterious beauty of the Bat Cave, a 100-meter-long cave in Tijuca Park. Discover this enchanting world and marvel at the spectacular rock formations while learning about the cave’s fascinating history.
- Cascata da Baronesa - Cool off in the refreshing waters of Baronesa Waterfall, immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the rainforest, and take a break from the heat in this picturesque and tranquil setting.
- Vista Chinesa - Vista Chinesa is a popular lookout point located in the Tijuca Forest in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It offers stunning panoramic views of the city and surrounding landscape, including the famous Christ the Redeemer statue. It’s the perfect way to cap off your tour and experience the beauty of Rio from above!
**Unavailable on weekends and holidays.
- Emperor’s Table - The Emperor’s Table in Rio de Janeiro offers a majestic lookout, providing panoramic views of the city’s sprawling landscapes. Perched high above, visitors can marvel at the regal scenery once enjoyed by Brazil’s emperors.
**Unavailable on weekends and holidays.
What's Included
- Tijuca National Park Entrance (free)
- Roundtrip Transfer: Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- Guide (EN, ES, PT)
What's Not Included
- Food, Beverages, and Additional Expenses
- Tips or Gratuity
Additional Information
Embark on an unforgettable half-day family-friendly adventure in the lush Tijuca Forest, home to a wealth of biodiversity, cascading waterfalls, and hidden caves!
Our English-speaking guide will take you on a journey through the heart of the National Park, showcasing the diverse fauna and flora that call this natural wonder home. Witness the power of cascading waterfalls, explore hidden caves, and discover the unique biodiversity of the Tijuca Forest, visiting all the must-see spots along the way.
Don’t worry about the difficulty level - we have options ranging from easy to moderate to suit everyone’s preferences.
Come join us and experience the breathtaking beauty and incredible biodiversity of the forest!
*The “Parrot’s beak Hike” tour option tour doesn’t include the caves trail.
**Kindly be advised that the itinerary is subject to change based on various factors such as the park’s regulations, prevailing natural conditions, and the physical capabilities of the group.
- Don’t worry about the difficulty level - we have options ranging from easy to moderate to suit everyone’s preferences.
- Pick up covered area: Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Botafogo, São Conrado, Flamengo, Lagoa. Pickups outside these areas will have an additional charge.
- Rainy weather does not affect the scheduled tour of the forest, which is known to be more enchanting and lively during such weather. The waterfalls are more magnificent and the chances of spotting wild animals increase during rainfall. Visitors are guaranteed a safe and unforgettable experience in the forest, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Kindly be advised that the itinerary is subject to change based on various factors such as the park’s regulations, prevailing natural conditions, and the physical capabilities of the group.
- Pickup times vary by location and will be shared the day before via WhatsApp or Viator messaging. Please wait in the lobby.
Location
Mirante das canoas
Estrada das Canoas, km 3, Sao Conrado
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(406 Ratings)
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Alinadi6822uu
Jul 30, 2024
Beautiful waterfall hike - Bernardo was an amazing guide throughout this beautiful rainforest! He tailored the experience to the needs of our family including our young children. The waterfalls and caves were wonderful to explore. Highly recommend!
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K4052eqvalentinad
Jul 25, 2024
tijuca forest - It was me and my daugther. Very beautiful experience. Eduardo, the guide, it's been perfect! We walked through the forest, watching animals, warerfalls and caves
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Ericare3780wd
Jul 24, 2024
Telegraph stone - I had the opportunity to go on the tour and it is a different experience, where you meet nature and enjoy the beauty of the landscape and part of adrenaline.
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U1791dgdans
Jul 24, 2024
Highlight of the Trip! Absolutely worth the hike! - The tour will definitely be one of the biggest highlights of your trip. The forest was amazing, and the caves and waterfalls were absolutely worth the brief hike.
Our tour guide, Bruno, was very well-versed with the area as well as the history of Rio and Brazil itself. His charismatic energy and humor made the trip even better for us and the rest of the group.
I highly recommend scheduling this tour if you are to visit Rio.
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911nuk
Jul 22, 2024
Pure Nature with a Great Guide - An amazing experience with Eduardo. A Guide of 10!!! Excellent Guide and excellent route. Nature in a big way. Highly recommended.
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L4941vksophiab
Jul 21, 2024
Waterfall and cave tour. Wonderful experience. - We give this tour a 10 out of 10. Eduardo was the perfect guide. He took the time to make sure everyone on the tour had special treatment. He was full of very interesting information about every aspect of the tour. He made the experience fun took many pictures of the group for our memories. We will recommend this tour and Eduardo to all my friends and family.
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Princebjorng
Jul 15, 2024
My experience - The tour guide is very professional and easy to communicate. Friendly tour guide. I highly recommend to get on this tour.
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Fontez_d
Jul 13, 2024
Thank you - Our host was very knowledgeable of the history and trails of the forest. Took us to the best spots. Thank you
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Joygiles
Jul 12, 2024
Go with Edwardo!! - if you want serious hiking, don’t go on this trip. If you want to walk through forest, including some climbing – it does take some effort, but not for super long – and crouch into a large cave and learn a lot about the history of the area, the flora and fauna, then go with Edwardo. You might even see some monkeys, some toucans and a quati! He will make sure you get good pictures and are well taken care of. BTW, the waterfall is chilly, but refreshing!
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Sh0d0na
Jul 28, 2024
DO NOT BOOK WITH THIS COMPANY - BEWARE DO NOT BOOK WITH THIS COMPANY!!!I booked this trip thinking that they would pick me up from the hotel that I requested however, I was sent an unexpected Email the night of the trip stating that they could not pick me up at my hotel and that I had to meet them at some random Grocery store 20 miles away from my hotel. This was terribly inconvenient and had I known that they could not pick me up from my hotel. I would’ve never booked this trip. They should warn you about this before you book it!!! I have put in a request for a refund and they have yet to respond. Beware do not book with this company. If I could give them zero stars, I would!!!
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