Rio 2 Days

On this 2 Days trip in Rio we will take you on two amazing experiences: 2 Irmãos Hike and Pedra do Telégrafo Hike. At the higher section of Favela do Vidigal a 1 hour hike will take us to the summit of the 2 Irmãos Mountain, the breathtaking view that overlooks Leblon and Ipanema beaches. To get up there we will go through the curious and welcoming Favela of Vidigal. This community is one of the most positive examples of the local Favelas and offers some of the best views in Rio.

Day 2 is one of the most popular hikes among tourists. If you use social media and search for nice pictures in Rio, you have probably seen a picture where hikers appear to be dangerously hanging off a rock ledge into what looks like an enormous drop below. This is Pedra do Telégrafo! Luckily the drop is actually very small and the dangerous looks are all about perspectives.

Favela do Vidigal Experience
“Hanging on the rock” picture at Telegrafo
Amazing views on both hikes

Rio 3 Days

The Rio 3 Days trip is an extension of our Rio 2 Days Trip. Besides hiking 2 Irmãos and Pedra do Telégrafo, you will also climb one of Rio’s most famous landmarks: Sugar Loaf mountain. The steep rocky trail will take you to the summit of this fabulous granite rock at 1200 feet (400 meters)! The hike goes through some scrambling sections and a short 80 feet (25 meters) Rock Climb! At the summit we relax and enjoy the views before taking the traditional Cable Car down to Urca Hill. No Rock Climbing experience is required but you should be fit for this steep hike.

Favela do Vidigal Experience
“Hanging on the rock” picture at Telegrafo
Sugar Loaf climb and cable car ride
Amazing views on all hikes

Rio 4 Days

The greatest highlight of Rio will be added to your Rio 4 Days Trip. On this extension of our Rio 3 Days Trip you will also hike up the Corcovado Mountain where stands Christ the Redeemer statue. Situated in the Tijuca Forest National Park, the mountain summit is one of the best view points of the city! We start the hike at Parque Lage at sea level, and go up to 711 meters high (2330 feet)! This steep hike takes about 2:30hs up and it presents some easy and short scramble sectors! At the summit we have an incredible 360 degrees view of Rio and the impressive statue of Christ the Redeemer.

Favela do Vidigal Experience
“Hanging on the rock” picture at Telegrafo
Sugar Loaf climb and cable car ride
Christ the Redeemer Statue and Parque Lage
Amazing views on all hikes

Rio 5 Days

To complete the most popular hikes in Rio, the hardest hike in the city will be added to your 5 Days Trip: The Pedra da Gávea. The hike takes approximately 3 hours uphill and is recommended for athletic people. On the way up we’ll face an easy rock climbing sector where we offer full climbing equipment for safety. The views at the summit are a deserved reward for the effort put on this ascension! At the top of this amazing sized and shaped rock we will have time to relax, enjoy the views, eat a snack and explore the large flat summit standing at approximately 2.762 feet high (844 meters)!

Favela do Vidigal Experience
“Hanging on the rock” picture at Telegrafo
Sugar Loaf climb and cable car ride
Christ the Redeemer Statue and Parque Lage
Exploring Pedra da Gavea large flat summit
Amazing views on all hikes

Green Coast Experience - 5 Days

“Costa Verde” is one of the most preserved Atlantic Rain Forest areas in Brazil. The wild “Serra do Mar” mountain range and the clear ocean waters offer a spectacular background for over 200km of amazing beaches and islands. During these 5 days trip we are going to enjoy its beaches, rivers, nature and the interaction with the local people. On the first two days we visit unspoiled beaches and fishermen villages nearby Paraty. The colonial historical city of Paraty is an UNESCO World Heritage site with a remarkable colonial architecture. Ilha Grande is an island covered with Atlantic Rain Forest, surrounded by pristine beaches and great options for hiking, snorkeling and boat riding.

Wild beaches of Paraty and Ilha Grande
Bike and Walking tour at Paraty
Hikes and boat rides

Mountains and History - 3 Days

The road from Rio to Serra dos Orgãos offers wonderful views of this mountain range and a rich biodiversity of native tropical forest. A two days trek will take you to the Park’s highest peak, Pedra do Sino (7500ft/2263m). The 11 km uphill trail will lead us to the mountain hut where the trekker will overnight in shared rooms (bunk beds) and where your guide will cook you dinner. From the summit we enjoy breathtaking views of the mountains and the city of Rio de Janeiro, specially at sunrise. On the second day we will hike back down and go for a swim on the waterfalls and pristine natural pools of the area, before heading to a comfortable”pousada”. On our final day we will visit the charming historical city of Petrópolis, its museums, eclectic architecture and Imperial heritage.

Mountain Hut Lodge at 6000ft
Sunrise at the summit of Pedra do Sino
Waterfalls at lush Atlantic Rain Forest
Petropolis Historical Center

The Sun Coast - 2 Days

Búzios is the best-known destination on Costa do Sol, a 190 mile stretch of beaches north of Rio de Janeiro. Its sunny weather makes it a perfect side trip from nearby Rio. Made famous by the French actress Brigitte Bardot in the 1960s, Búzios has been attracting tourists from all around the world since then. In recent years many charming hotels and pousadas, fine restaurants and clubs have sprouted up in the area. With plenty of things to do - windsurfing, kite surfing, ocean kayaking, diving, hiking - Búzios has what it takes to attract active travelers. The best diving spot in the state of Rio is Arraial do Cabo, a 1 hour drive away from downtown Buzios and famous for its beautiful beaches, clear blue waters and large variety of ocean wild life. On this two days trip we will explore the nicest beaches and waters of this sunny paradise.

Boat trip and snorkeling at Arraial do Cabo
Buzios night life at “Rua das Pedras” street
Beaches and viewpoints of Buzios

Minas Adventure and Culture - 5 Days

There are very few places in Brazil where the colonial architecture and picturesque natural setting blend so harmoniously as in Tiradentes. Quaint historic houses, fringed by exuberant wildflowers, stand out against a backdrop of the pretty blue mountains. Located at the foot of the Serra de São José, the city was just a mining camp in the early 18th century. With the proclamation of the Republic in 1889, the city was renamed Tiradentes, name of the martyr of one of the first attempts of independence from the colonial Portuguese power. Exceptionally preserved thanks to the decades of long isolation, the Baroque architectural ensemble of Tiradentes gathers many jewels that attract tourists from everywhere.

Aiuruoca is a small town of Minas Gerais founded in 1706 by gold seekers. In the 1920s, Danish immigrants in rural parts of Aiuruoca laid the foundation for the production of the Brazilian cheese “queijo prato” which remains a tradition at the area, alongside with olive oil. This charming little town is surrounded by the lush green mountains and valleys of Serra do Papagaio State Park. A 20 km drive on dirty road will allow us to visit the peaceful community of Matutu Valley where we can take a permaculture/organic agriculture workshop or just hike and enjoy the local waterfalls of this hidden paradise!

Tiradentes Colonial Architecture
Antiques Stores and local Gastronomy
Serra de Sao Jose
Matutu Valley and Serra do Papagaio
Charming little town of Aiuruoca
Garcias’ Waterfall and Joaquim Bernardo

Customized Trips

Besides all our Day Tours and Trips, Rio Hiking also allows our clients to create their own dream trip to Rio: dates, destinations, itineraries, activities, lodging and travel companions of your choice.

For the last 20 years Rio Hiking has been organizing tours and trips to the following areas: Rio de Janeiro, Ilha Grande, Paraty, Serra dos Órgãos, Petrópolis, Buzios, Bocaina, Itatiaia, Nova Friburgo, Casimiro de Abreu, Serrinha do Alambari, Visconde de Mauá, Aiuruoca, Ibitipoca, and Tiradentes. These are all fantastic places for hiking, adventure and outdoor activities. These destinations offer amazing National Parks, protected environmental areas, historical sites and cultural experiences!

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