Rio was blessed with an awesome coastline and beautiful mountains. Most of these mountains are part of Tijuca Forest National Park, the largest urban park in the world. Within a half hour drive, plus a 1 hour hike, you can be at the top of the most amazing places of the city. Mountains such as Pico da Tijuca and Pedra Bonita, can reveal all the possible angles of our wonderful city. Besides that, you can always encounter wild life along the way. Mammals such as racoons, capuchin monkeys, sloaths and hundreds of species of birds can be found there, in their own habitat. And if you are alone don`t worry, we have affordable prices for a single hiker. We offer flexible schedules everyday of the week. Book you hike today!

10 Tips for Hiking in Rio:

1 - Try to book morning hikes, is always easier and funnier. Rio can be very hot, specially in summer.
2 - Wear light clothes and a good pair of hiking shoes if possible, for obvious reasons.
3 - If you are allergic to mosquito bites, take your repellent along with you. We never know when they will show up.
4 - On sunny days, wear sunblock, a hat and sunglasses.
5 - Take at least 2 liters of water with you, along with some snacks. Don`t forget your backpack, you don`t want to carry it in plastic bags.
6 - Take your camera with you.
7 - Don`t spend the night before drinking and partying late, you will surely regret it during the hike.
8 - Don`t try to hike on your own. Lots of tourists get lost for days inside Tijuca Forest because they would rather save a few bucks. Hire tour operators.
9 - Raining during a sunny day in Tijuca Forest is more common than you can imagine, so take a plastic raincoat with you. It is cheap, light and very helpful.
10- Try to be happy during the hike. A sad hiker will not appreciate the view the same way others will.