Rio de Janeiro

15 Best Tijuca Rainforest Hikes

The trail days inside the world’s largest urban rainforest: waterfalls, capuchin monkeys and caves twenty minutes from Copacabana. Tijuca was replanted by hand in the 1860s, which makes the jungle even stranger.

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

“Eric is an amazing guide. He was very knowledgable about the forest. The hike is a little harder than I would have thought from the description. However Eric, took his time and did not rush us, he made sure to help my sister with any…”

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2.Rio de Janeiro: Christ, Selaron Steps, and Tijuca Park Tour

Discover Rio’s top sights on this guided 7-hour tour visiting Christ the Redeemer, Selaron Steps, Tijuca Park, and more—perfect for first-time visitors.

★ 4.7

“I throughly recommend this trip, it was excellent from start to finish. Initially I wondered if it would be worth the cost and it absolutely was. Our guide, the transport and the itinerary were all great and by doing this trip, saved us a lot…”

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3.Rio de Janeiro: Guided Jeep Tour through Tijuca Rainforest

Explore Rio’s stunning Tijuca Rainforest on a guided jeep tour with short hikes, waterfalls, and panoramic views — perfect for nature lovers and city explorers alike.

★ 4.3

“We had a private Jeep tour of the forest with Roberta. She was so friendly and spoke wonderful English. Our driver Alex was great too. If you aren’t an avid hiker and want to see the forest this is a great tour for you!!”

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4.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

“Just finished the tour this morning. It was truly small group and well organized: we were the first one on the top of mountain and have that view for ourselves until we were leaving. We saw two types of monkeys, butterflies, tucan, etc, along the…”

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5.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

“This was a nice afternoon experiencing the Tijuca forest. It included some hiking through the forest to various points (scenic overlooks, cave, and waterfalls). Our guide Rodrigo was great and also a great photographer taking photos of us through the afternoon. He was constantly on…”

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8.Pedra da Gávea hike, your best experience in Rio

Experience the thrill of hiking Pedra da Gávea in Rio with expert guides, breathtaking views, and challenging trails—perfect for adventure lovers.

★ 5.0

“Rodrigo is an amazing guide explains everything to perfection, very patient and speaks great English. He’s very knowledgeable about Rio and lots of other things. Pedra de Gávea was very challenging but with the help of Rodrigo we were able to do it. I recommend…”

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9.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

“Nicolas our guide was such a great person! He always wanted to make sure everyone is comfortable. We were doing the hike at the good pace suitable for everyone. He made sure we stop where we wanted during the hike and during the drive back…”

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10.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

“Amazing day! Excellent communication prior to the trip, punctual pick up, comfortable transport with everything on board that we could need. Great host who is knowledgeable and attentive too. 5* Lovely beaches and great hike up to Telegrafo. Amazing day finished off with a peaceful…”

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11.Rio: Half-Day Jeep Tour at Floresta da Tijuca

Discover Rio’s Tijuca Forest in a top-down Jeep tour, exploring waterfalls, wildlife, and scenic viewpoints with expert guides for an authentic rainforest experience.

★ 4.5

“Contacted the day before with details of our trip and what to expect. Our guide Dario was really knowledgeable about the Rain Forest and the history of Brazil in general. It was great to be in the open air on the transport which helped us…”

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12.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

“Caio was great. I booked this the afternoon before the morning hike was scheduled and heard from him that evening to confirm details. He met me at the trailhead after sending a driver and we had a great, but challenging hike up. You can stop…”

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13.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

“Hands down, the best experience while in Rio! Caio was amazing! I did the sunrise tour and it was phenomenal. Caio is a phenomenal conversationalist and made the hike fun! Also, his photography skills are A1! Top tier! He gave great insight on the best…”

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14.Rio de Janeiro: 4-Hour Botanical Garden & Tijuca Forest Tour

Discover Rio's natural beauty in 4 hours with a guided tour through the Botanical Garden and Tijuca Forest, featuring scenic views and expert commentary.

★ 4.3

“The forest and garden were absolutely amazing. Alexia took us to beautiful scenic spots for pictures and was happy to talk to us about the local history, culture and life. We enjoyed it very much”

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More Tijuca Rainforest Hikes

5.0Tijuca Forest Half-Day Hike (Small Group or Private)5 hours (approx.)$61.80 5.0Sunrise Two Brothers Hike in Vidigal3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$64.55 4.7Rio de Janeiro: Pedra da Gávea 7-Hour Hike8 hours$56 4.5Tijuca Forest and Botanical Garden4 hours (approx.)$55.20 4.5Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden & Tijuca Forest Tour$55.20 4.9Rio de Janeiro: Tijuca Forest Challenge Hike Full-Day Trip9 hours$86 5.0Adventure & History at Tijuca Forest (small group or private)6 hours (approx.)$67.69 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 4.5Full-Day Rio de Janeiro Tour with Lunch from Barra da Tijuca6 to 8 hours (approx.)$82.00 4.5Two brothers (Dois Irmãos) Hike2 to 3 hours (approx.)$30.00 4.2Rio de Janeiro: Jeep Tour in the Tijuca Forest4 hours$82 4.7Rio: Tijuca Forest & Horto Waterfalls Circuit Tour$56 4.5Jeep Tour – Tijuca Tropical Forest4 hours (approx.)$83.38 4.5Rio de Janeiro Jeep Tour : Tijuca Forest$83.38 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 5.0Tijuca National Park and all its wonders4 to 5 hours (approx.)$68.67 4.9Rio de Janeiro: Pedra da Gávea Guided Hike Tour8 hours$68 4.7Rio de Janeiro: Tijuca National Park Tour4.5 hours$79 4.9Tijuca National Park Small-Group Hike to Pedra Bonita5 hours$63