Outdoor activities near Rio de Janeiro

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Hikes, water and open air within reach of Rio de Janeiro — the trips worth leaving the city for, with the gear and the guide included.

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Explore the Best of Tijuca Forest – Hike to Peaks, Caves & Falls

4.9 (1,122)5h

This tour is all about experiencing the best of Rio - hiking to stunning peaks, exploring hidden caves, and cooling off in waterfalls within the incredible Tijuca National Park. Along the way, we’ll keep an eye out for…

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Rio de Janeiro: 35 Minutes Doors Off Helicopter Tour Christ

4.9 (164)38 min

Experience Rio de Janeiro from a perspective few travelers ever get to see with our thrilling doors-off helicopter tour. Soar above iconic landmarks such as Copacabana Beach, Ipanema Beach, Sugarloaf Mountain, and…

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Rio de Janeiro: Helicopter Tour Without Doors at Christ the Redeemer

4.9 (11)30 min

The Sem as Portas Helicopter flight in Rio de Janeiro is one of the best tours to take during the day and at sunset. It will be an unforgettable trip, an extraordinary experience, taking a selfie with your legs out of…

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Rio de Janeiro Sunset Cruise or Sailing Tour

4.9 (499)3h

Set sail on a 3-hour Rio sunset tour departing from Marina da Glória. Cruise past landmarks like Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain as you enjoy welcome drinks and snacks. With small groups and a local captain…

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VRP Helicopter Tour - The best Off Rio

3.9 (7)1h

Fly over Rio de Janeiro and admire the stunning views of its most iconic places. This 25- to 30-minute executive tour offers spectacular landscapes, from the Christ the Redeemer to the vibrant beaches of Copacabana and…

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4x4 Tijuca National Park Rio de janeiro

4.6 (28)4h

Hike through the Tijuca National Park on this 4-hour tour. Stop at a refreshing natural lagoon for a brief swim before continuing on your hike. Learn about the history of the park and the diversity of trees and plants,…

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Private Boat Tour in Rio de Janeiro

4.6 (11)5h

We will sail by boat through Guanabara Bay on a private tour, for up to 5 hours. Our boat has 30.5 feet, for up to 11 people, model Colunna Yachts, with bathroom, ensuring comfort and privacy. We will enjoy incredible…

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Rio de Janeiro: 35 min Private Helicopter Tour Christ

4.9 (199)35 min

Enjoy an unforgettable flight above Rio de Janeiro, admiring aerial views of Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Copacabana and Ipanema Beaches, Maracanã Stadium, and other highlights. With expert pilots, rigorous…

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Two brothers (Dois Irmãos) Hike

4.8 (132)2h 30m

Our tours are beyond the average tours within Rio. With Experience Rio you will feel like a local. Visit the lesser knows places, hike at times with less tourist. You will experience life instead of watch it fly by on a…

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Rio : Half-Day Jeep Tour at Tijuca Forest

4.4 (106)4h

In a jeep, travel through the city to the rainforest of Tijuca National Park, on a half-day ecological tour. With guided walks along the trails, it will be possible to see monkeys, sloths, coatis and many birds.…

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Half-Day Adventurous Boat Tour Tijuca Lagoon in Rio de Janeiro

3.0 (1)4h

Embark on an adventurous half-day tour in Rio! Starting with hotel pickup, we take you to the pier to board on a boat to see the Lagoon of Barra da Tijuca. Filled with caimans and capybaras, the lagoon is a special…

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Secret Rio: Sunrise, Hidden Natural pool & Wild Beaches Tour

5.0 (33)7h

Enjoy the spectacular sunrise on a secluded beach in Rio, followed by a dip in a hidden crystal clear water natural pool and relaxation on a wild beach. Start your day invigoratingly with an optional hike through rocks…

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Private SUV 4x4 : TIJUCA Forest 5h NO HIKE + Photo

5.0 (3)5h

PRIVATE TOUR WITHOUT PIST. DO THE SIMULATION, up to 80% OFF for groups or families. EXCLUSIVE TOUR, UP TO 7 PERSONS IN THE SAME SUV TOYOTA LAND CRUISER + PROFESSIONAL PHOTOSHOP & LIGHTROOM. For 5 hours, in a…

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Jeep Tour to Tijuca Forest in Rio de Janeiro

4.4 (15)4h

What makes this trip unforgetable is that we use a 4 x4 convertible jeep, which is awesome for 360 degree views of the forest and also gives the tour the appeal of adventure. Visiting the forest in a jeep , gives you…

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Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour - Christ the Redeemer

4.9 (655)8 min

A tour full of charms. Rio de Janeiro is an obligatory itinerary for visitors looking for breathtaking landscapes and that typical carioca friendliness. One of the most charming postcards in Brazil, it can be enjoyed in…

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Tijuca Forest Challenge Full-Day Hike (Small-Group or Private)

5.0 (143)8h 30m

A challenging hike in a very unusual part of Tijuca Forest, one of the biggest urban forests in the world. On this circuit of trails you'll walk approx. 5h, for 10,4km (6.5mi), with an elevation gain of 848m (2,670ft)…

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Helicopter Ride for 25 to 30min with Transfer service

4.5 (16)28 min

This is an unforgettable experience! It is a 25 to 30-minute helicopter ride flying over the top highlights of our city. We may see places, such as the Corcovado Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer, the Sugarloaf…

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Sugarloaf - Hike and Easy Climb Sugarloaf's Coast

5.0 (43)3h 30m

A completely different tour to the summit of Brazil's most iconic mountain! Instead of taking the cable car, we'll reach the 396-meter (1,299 ft) peak of Sugarloaf Mountain via a trail and an easy climbing section -…

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Telegraph Stone Adventure

4.6 (171)6h 30m

Located in the West Zone of Rio, Pedra do Telégrafo became famous for the various possibilities of its photos in a paradisiacal view taken from the tip of a rock, causing admiration, a feeling of adrenaline, courage and…

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Small-Group Tijuca Forest Guided Tour

4.8 (37)6h

Our passion is the forest! We go early to ensure the maximum amount of wildlife and the least number of tourists. Those Safari Jeep tours which barely hike do the opposite, they pollute the entire park with diesel fuel.…

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Pedra do Telégrafo Hiking & Relax in a Wild Beach

4.9 (37)6h

Pedra do Telégrafo is located in the west side of Rio de Janeiro. The rock has a nice view of the beautiful city, in on one side we see wild beaches and the Tijuca National Park. On the other side, we have a wonderful…

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Half Day Private E-Bike Tour in Rio

5.0 (55)5h

The idea of taking an electric bike tour in Rio was born from my passion for cycling and my love for the city where I chose to live. After several days of pedaling through the forest with a normal bicycle, I began to…

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Two Brothers Trail: A View Worth Every Step

5.0 (6)2h 30m

Come up the Two Brothers Trail with a local Guide! Discover one of the most amazing views of the Rio DE Janeiro safely and consciously! With the accompaniment DE an experienced local Guide, you experience the nature,…

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Pedra do Telegrafo Hiking Tour with the Best Tour Operator in Rio

5.0 (6)6h 30m

Discover the astonishing Pedra do Telégrafo in this 6/7-hour tour in Rio de Janeiro. Travellers will be picked up atbetween 6:00 am and 7:00 am by our guide at their hotels or airbnbs in Rio city. The hiking trail is 2…

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