Set off on an exciting journey through Rio’s Tijuca Forest! Trek along lush jungle paths, cool off beneath waterfalls, uncover hidden caves, and observe exotic wildlife — all led by a local guide for an authentic Rio experience.
Change of plans? No problem. Cancel up to 24 hours before your tour for a full refund — no hidden fees.
5 hours
Five hours of pure discovery — from hotel pick-up to drop-off, with time to explore, hike, and soak in every view.
Explore Rio with a local expert. Available in English, Portuguese, and Spanish — French upon request.
We pick you up at your hotel!
You’ll receive your exact pick-up time by 8 PM the day before.
Morning tours: 6:45 – 8 AM | Afternoon tours: 12:30 – 2 PM.
Please be ready a few minutes early — our drivers wait up to 5 minutes.
Group Tours: Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, São Conrado only
Private Tours: Anywhere within Rio de Janeiro city
Make it your own adventure — ideal for families, friends, or couples who prefer a more personal experience.
Group discounts:
The more, the merrier (and the better the price!). Bring your group and save together.
The more, the merrier (and the better the price!). Bring your group and save together.
Great way to spend the morning. Beautiful park and great tour guide. Rafael was the perfect guide! Very knowledgeable and obviously loves nature and this park. Absolutely would recommend him and this tour!
Great Experience with Memorable Pictures Samuel was an amazing tour guide and very knowledgeable. You definitely know he’s very passionate about nature and the animals. We loved the waterfalls and exploring the bat cave. Sam took tons of great pictures for the group. Will highly recommend this activity
Loved it - might even do it again soon! Absolutely loved this trip. My guide was Pedro, who was very patient and knowledgeable and accommodated my bad foot. Saw a lot of monkeys and some great views.
Awesome experience Our guide, Pedro, was extremely knowledgeable and took great care of us. He helped us through the difficult portions of the hikes, took great pictures of our family and even suggested the best places to eat after the tour
Wonderful tour, awesome guide! Our guide Eduardo was amazing! It was so nice not having to think about it, just allowing him to take us to all the best spots. The kids really enjoyed him & his energy, too! It was a wonderful tour, getting to see waterfalls and the cave were definitely the highlight! We shared with our guide that the kids had a wish to see some specific animals, and Eduardo found all the animals on their wish list! Monkeys, Toucans, Parrots, and even a wild Sloth! We are so grateful that we got Eduardo and would 10 out of 10 recommend. He was a great photographer also
Exploring Tijuca Rainforest with an Amazing Guide I had an incredible time on the eco tour through the rainforest! Our guide, Yan, was fantastic—super friendly and incredibly knowledgeable. He shared fascinating stories about the forest’s history and its deep connection to Rio, as well as insights into the region’s biodiversity, which made the hike a truly enriching experience.The rainforest itself was stunning and offered a refreshing escape from the city heat. Highlights included beautiful views, waterfalls, unique wildlife sightings, and exploring cool caves along the way. The whole tour was the perfect mix of nature, learning, and adventure. Highly recommend it for anyone looking to experience a different side of Rio!
Amazing guide amazing hike This was an amazing sight seeing tour! I give it 5 stars. 6 if I could. Samuel was an amazing guide he was very polite, funny, and full of knowledge! He was very patient and helpful with my grandma making sure she didn’t fall. He also took TONS of amazing photos of us throughout the hike, very cool and memorable. If you go on this tour, which you should, I hope you get Samuel as a guide!!
Great tour well worth an early start Fantastic tour with Eric who is a very knowledgeable guide, clearly very passionate about the local ecosystem. Really enjoyed the caves and saw a great variety of animals including a sloth, large snake (optional viewing!!) several monkeys and a variety of birds. This tour has something for everyone highly recommended. Difficulty: Moderate
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
Group Tour: Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, São Conrado only
Private Tour: Throughout the city of Rio de Janeiro (municipality)
(45 minutes)
Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (20 minutes)
Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (10 minutes)
Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Wildlife viewing (15 minutes)
Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (15 minutes)
Photo stop, Wildlife viewing, Hiking (20 minutes)
Photo stop, Wildlife viewing, Hiking (20 minutes)
Photo stop, Wildlife viewing, Hiking (20 minutes)
Photo stop, Wildlife viewing, Hiking (20 minutes)
Photo stop, Wildlife viewing, Hiking (20 minutes)
(15 minutes)
Photo stop, guided tour, sightseeing, scenic views along the way (10 minutes)
*Closed on weekends and holidays
(40 minutes)
• Provide a WhatsApp number when booking for pickup details and tour-day contact
• Wildlife sightings are common but not guaranteed
• Walks last 1–2 hours and may vary with park rules, wildlife sightings, and group conditions
• Chinese Viewpoint is closed on weekends and holidays per park rules
• For better chances of spotting wildlife and to avoid rush hour traffic, we recommend morning tours on weekdays
• Tour time may vary due to traffic—avoid booking with tight schedules (flights, other tours, etc.)
• Some areas of the park may close on busy summer afternoons, especially weekends and holidays. Itinerary will be adjusted if needed
• Children under 7 and adults over 70 years
• People with mobility impairments
• Wheelchair users
• Visually impaired people
• People over 209 lbs (95 kg)
• Hearing-impaired people
• Pets, large bags, and drones not allowed
• Daypack
• Bug repellent
• Light clothes (pants recommended)
• Comfortable closed-toe shoes (recommended)
• Swimsuit & towel (otpional, for waterfall shower)
• Water & snack (e.g. cereal bar)
• Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses
• Rain jacket (rain can be a natural part of the rainforest!)
• Optional: Cash for tips
• Excess weight
• Large backpacks and luggages
• Valuables
• Heavy clothing (jeans, bulky jackets)
• Flip-flops or open shoes (not trail-safe)
• Have a light breakfast or lunch before the tour
• Stand under the waterfall for a refreshing experience—locals say it cleanses the soul!




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