Tijuca Waterfalls and Caves Hike

Please note that the itinerary and times may change depending on the park’s restrictions, the chosen tour option, weather conditions, and other factors.

Typical Itinerary

Cascatinha Taunay (30 minutes):

Witness the awe-inspiring Taunay Waterfall, the tallest in Rio, which cascades down from great heights and provides a serene atmosphere in the heart of the rainforest.

Cachoeira das Almas (30 minutes):

Take a dip in the refreshing waters of the stunning Cachoeira das Almas waterfall and natural pool, surrounded by the peaceful and lush rainforest.

the Bat Cave (30 minutes):

Explore the mysterious beauty of Gruta dos Morcegos, a 100-meter-long cave in Tijuca Park. Discover this enchanting world and marvel at the spectacular rock formations while learning about the cave’s fascinating history.

Cascata da Baronesa (30 minutes):

Cool off in the refreshing waters of Baronesa Waterfall, immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the rainforest, and take a break from the heat in this picturesque and tranquil setting.

Cascata Gabriela (15 minutes):

As we wrap up our tour, we have one more exciting stop in store for you – the stunning Gabriela Waterfall! It’s the perfect spot to take a refreshing dip and cool off after a day of exploring. Trust us, you won’t want to miss this one!

Vista Chinesa* (10 minutes):

Vista Chinesa is a popular lookout point located in the Tijuca Forest in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It offers stunning panoramic views of the city and surrounding landscape, including the famous Christ the Redeemer statue. It’s the perfect way to cap off your tour and experience the beauty of Rio from above!

*It is noteworthy that temporary closures or access restrictions at Vista Chinesa may be more prevalent during weekends and holidays, when the number of visitors typically increases. Therefore, we cannot guarantee that we will always have the opportunity to stop at this lookout point. Your drop off location will also determine if we will be able to pass by or not.

• Trip Length: 5-6 hours
• Area: Tijuca National Park (Rio de Janeiro, RJ)
• Hike Intensity: Intermediate (level 3 of 5)
• Trail Length: 11,5 kilometers roundtrip (7,1 miles)
• Elevation Gain: 50 meters (164 feet), mostly flat

Pickup and Drop off Option

• Solo traveler: R$ 498 per person ($102.24)
• Group of 2-5 people: R$ 308 per person ($63.23)
• Group of 6-8 people: R$ 278 per person ($57.07)
• Group 9-15 people: R$ 258 per person ($52.97)

• You can cancel up to 48 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund
• Cancellations made after this time or failure to show up will not be refunded
• Changes made less than 48 hours before the start time will not be accepted
• Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time

• Bring a daypack, light clothes, hiking or sports shoes, raincoat (windbreaker or similar), swimsuit and a towel, 1 Liter of freshwater, sports drink (optional), snacks (dry fruits, sandwich, etc.), sunscreen, sunhat & sunglasses, bug repellent, a plastic bag for trash
• Breakfast should be light