Rio de Janeiro

15 Best Rio Hiking Tours

The trail days inside the city limits: Pedra da Gavea’s monolith over the beaches, Telegraph Rock’s famous ledge photo and Tijuca’s peaks, caves and falls. Rio is the only megacity with real mountain hiking from the bus stop.

1.Rainforest Hike in Rio: Tijuca Waterfalls, Wildlife & Caves

Explore Rio’s lush Tijuca Rainforest on a guided hike visiting waterfalls, caves, wildlife, and scenic viewpoints, all with hassle-free transfers and expert guides.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Erik was an amazing host. Informational and funny. If you do this request Erik ! It was a freak hike and is moderate level”

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2.Visit the Best Spots in Tijuca Forest – Hike to Caves & Falls

Explore Tijuca Forest in Rio with a guided hike to waterfalls, caves, and viewpoints. Enjoy scenic vistas, wildlife, and authentic rainforest experiences.

★ 5.0

“Rodrigo is an attentive and great tour guide with good English. His tour was small there was only 4 of us which made the experience better than a big group. Rodrigo has his own car so you can take a backback with your items and…”

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3.Explore the Best of Tijuca Forest Hike to Peaks, Caves & Falls

Discover Tijuca Forest with this guided hike exploring peaks, caves, waterfalls, and panoramic views—an authentic nature escape near Rio for all adventure levels.

★ 5.0

“Rodrigo is an attentive and great tour guide with good English. His tour was small there was only 4 of us which made the experience better than a big group. Rodrigo has his own car so you can take a backback with your items and…”

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

Experience the stunning views from Pedra do Telégrafo, hike in Pedra Branca, and unwind on wild beaches with this full-day tour from Rio.

★ 4.5

“The tour was full of adventurers, but the guide, Erick, took great care of me and made me feel safe at every step. I immediately felt like I was being guided by a good friend! The view from Pedra do Telégrafo is stunning and absolutely…”

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7.Jeep tour 18 beaches, Telegraph Stone hiking & amazing sunset + photographer

Discover Rio’s stunning beaches, hike to Telegraph Stone, and enjoy a memorable sunset with a skilled photographer guide on this personalized jeep tour.

★ 5.0

“This was one of the best experiences I had in Brazil. The day was full of good moments, from the beautiful beaches to the fun hike and the sunset that felt like a dream. What made it really special was him. You can see how…”

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8.Hiking Tour to Pedra do Telégrafo (Telegraph Rock aka telegraph stone)

Discover the thrill of hiking to Pedra do Telégrafo with guided sunrise or sunset tours, stunning views, expert guides, and memorable photo moments in Rio.

★ 5.0

“Amazing experience! Where do I begin? This was quite an adventure! I’m so happy that Caio’s tour starts a little earlier than the masses and the driver was on time so I was able to get some amazing photographs and not have to wait in…”

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9.Hiking Tour to Pedra do Telégrafo (Telegraph Rock/Stone)

Experience a challenging yet rewarding hike to Pedra do Telégrafo in Rio, with stunning views, photo opportunities, and expert guides. Perfect for adventure seekers.

★ 5.0

“We were originally scheduled to do this hike later in the morning but our booking was changed to the sunrise experience (possibly due to the weather forecast for our original time) while it was still dark out. If you aren't accustomed to climbing over large…”

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10.Rio: Full Day Jungle Adventure – Pedra da Gávea Hike

Experience Rio’s stunning views with this challenging full-day Pedra da Gávea hike. Perfect for physically fit adventurers seeking authentic rainforest and mountain scenery.

★ 5.0

“Rafael is an amazing guide. I highly recommend. The hike is difficult if you are not in shape. Bring lots of water and snacks”

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11.Pedra da Gavea: Full Day Jungle Adventure Trek

Experience Rio’s Tijuca Forest with a guided full-day trek to Pedra da Gávea, combining adventure, stunning views, and small-group intimacy.

★ 5.0

“I loved this hike so much and could not have done this without my AMAZING guide Thiago and his buddy Igor. They were incredible, motivating, safe and just good guys. My husband and I are experienced hikers in altitude and long treks. This was hands…”

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12.Tijuca Forest Half-Day Hike (Small Group or Private)

Explore Rio's lush Tijuca National Park on a half-day guided hike with stunning views from Pedra Bonita. Enjoy wildlife, local flora, and expert guidance.

★ 5.0

“I did not get to do this hiking tour because my flight was delayed, but I still can't help but give this tour company a five-star rating. Their communication and effort were commendable. Thank you, Anna, for all your prompt responses!”

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13.Sunrise Two Brothers Hike in Vidigal

Experience Rio’s breathtaking sunrise from the top of Morro Dois Irmãos with this guided hike, offering stunning city views and authentic local insights.

★ 5.0

“This was such a beautiful hike!!! Our guide was really wonderful, and was very kind when my partner was struggling some with the pace. We definitely felt better doing it with a guide, and the views at the top were SO worth it.”

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14.Rio de Janeiro: Pedra da Gávea 7-Hour Hike

Experience an adventurous 8-hour hike up Pedra da Gávea with expert guides, stunning views, and optional rock climbing—perfect for active travelers.

★ 4.7

“A fantastic day, some of the most spectacular views you’ll ever see with some real elements of adventure. Eduardo was amazing as a guide and made the scarier parts easy, he was also really good at taking photos without having to ask him all the…”

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15.Pedra do Sal: Live Samba Night with Local Guide & Drink

Experience Rio’s vibrant samba scene at Pedra do Sal with a guided tour, live music, cultural insights, and a welcoming atmosphere for authentic nightlife.

★ 4.4

“Lina was awesome!!! Extremely informative, very friendly, and really looked out for our best interest! We had a terrific time learning about Samba!!”

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More Rio Hiking Tours

4.9Rio de Janeiro: Tijuca Forest Challenge Hike Full-Day Trip9 hours$86 5.0Two Brothers hike and Vidigal, the most beautiful view of Rio3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$48.85 5.0Tijuca Forest Challenge Full-Day Hike (Small-Group or Private)8 to 9 hours (approx.)$84.36 4.5Rio de Janeiro: Vidigal Favela Tour and Two Brothers Hike5 hours$88 4.5Two brothers (Dois Irmãos) Hike2 to 3 hours (approx.)$30.00 5.0Scenic Hike to a Picture-Perfect Illusion View6 hours (approx.)$127.53 5.0Telegraph Rock Hike + Wild Beaches6 hours (approx.)$127.53 4.7Rio de Janeiro: Dois Irmãos Peak Sunrise, Day or Sunset Hike3.5 hours$54 5.0Tijuca Peak Hiking – The Highest Summit in Tijuca National Park5 to 6 hours (approx.)$98.10 4.9Rio de Janeiro: Pedra da Gávea Guided Hike Tour8 hours$68 4.9Tijuca National Park Small-Group Hike to Pedra Bonita5 hours$63 5.0Hiking in the Tijuca Forest : Waterfalls and Caves$62.00 5.0Garganta do Céu and Waterfall hike in Pedra da Gávea4 hours (approx.)$58.66 4.5Pedra da Gavea Guided Hiking tour8 hours (approx.)$70.63 4.7Rio de Janeiro: Tijuca Peak Guided Hike$56 5.0Tijuca Forest Hike – Waterfalls & Caves, Nature & Wild Life!4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$69.59 5.0Pedra da Gávea Trail with Guide8 hours (approx.)$78.41 4.506 – Guided Walk to Pedra do Telégrafo5 hours (approx.)$75.00 5.0Rio De Janeiro: SUGARLOAF MOUNTAIN HIKE & CLIMB4 hours$60 4.5Pedra da Gávea | The best trail in Rio7 hours (approx.)$70.57 5.0Rio de Janeiro: Sugarloaf Mountain Hike and Climb4 hours$68 5.0Live Samba Night at Pedra do Sal2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$40.97 4.8Rio de Janeiro: Hiking and Rappelling at Tijuca Forest$59 5.0Sugarloaf – Hike and Easy Climb Sugarloaf’s Coast3 to 4 hours (approx.)$78.41