Rio de Janeiro · PEDRA DA GáVEA HIKES
Good pedra da gávea hikes tours fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Pedra da Gávea hike through Tijuca Forest with rope-climb help and a 360° summit view over Rio’s beaches, lagoons, and icons.
“Rodrigo is an amazing guide explains everything to perfection, very patient and speaks great English. He’s very knowledgeable about Rio and lots of other things. Pedra de Gávea was very challenging but with the help of Rodrigo we were able to do it. I recommend him 100%.”
Tough hike in Rio’s Tijuca Forest up to Pedra da Gávea, with ropes, cliff scrambling, and summit views.
“Eduardo was an amazing guide. We were the only English speakers in our group and he made every effort to make sure we knew what was going on. Also, he is a fantastic part time photographer :-). The hike was very challenging. If you are shorter than 5'4ft, get ready for some big steps that you may need help navigating. Overall, an amazing day!”
Guided Pedra da Gávea hike from Rio’s rainforest to 840 m, with climbing gear and small-group panoramas.
“This was one of the best hikes we have done. Such an amazing experience. Highly recommended. To see our full adventure, visit our YouTube channel. The link is provided below. Also follow us on instagram @steinventures Rio De Janeiro Brazil: Episode 4 https://youtu.be/drYLTMEZcBM”
Hike Pedra da Gávea with a small group, certified climbing gear, myth stories, and big views over Rio from 842 meters high.
“Eduardo and Fernando were awesome. The hike was difficult but the view was absolutely worth it. Would definitely recommend.”
Hike Rio’s secret sunny trail to Garganta do Céu, then cool off at Sorimã Waterfall with big views, small groups, and photo help.
“This was a very challenging hike for me. Took me 2hrs going up. Rugged terrain with lots of rocks. Ron Beulah is an excellent guide and truly helped to make sure that I got up and down without incident. There were 3 tourists & 1 guide. If you have any major health issues or are out of shape do not do this hike! You need at least 2 liters of water and snacks. It was very rewarding and satisfying to see the monkeys and tropical forests. I’d do it again since I’m aware of the level of difficulty.”
Guided Pedra da Gávea hike through Tijuca Rainforest, with safety rope sections and big Rio summit views including Christ the Redeemer.
“Our guide Lucas was very nice and knowable about the place, they provided a necessary equipment to make the hiking part safe and the view up there was really worth it. 100%recommend nattrip and Lucas as a guide.”
Intense Pedra da Gávea hike with ropes and rappelling in Rio’s Tijuca Forest, led by certified guides. Early start, big views.
“Trilha Pedra Gávea: Botas na trilha was recommended by a Carioca (person from Rio) friend and we got in contact only the day before. The agency was very responsive and managed to give us (a group of 4) a spot for the following day with a private guide (not requested but offered for the same price). Very clear instructions where to go and what to bring. The actual guide Jessie was also very nice and fluent in English. She waited with us for 3 hours for the sky to clear so we could take some pictures. Pretty intense hike, so make sure to bring sufficient water! Highly recommended 🙏”
Guided Pedra da Gávea trail in Rio with climbing and abseiling safety gear, small groups, photo stops, and a challenging hike.
“I took Uber to the start point (apr. 40min ride from Copacabana) and was there punctually, exactly at the supposed start point. But there were noone from the organisers. I waited there 1 hour, during that time 3 groups started the hike, but they tald I‘m not at their list (of course noone spoke english). No answer to the telephone or email. It was hard to get back to the city again. So they ruined my day completely. Waiting for the refund now. Still no answer to my mails..”
Hike Pedra da Gávea from Itanhangá with local guides, safety gear, and photo stops. A tough 6 hour trail for $58.94.
“Trilha puxada, mas muito boa, vistas incríveis!! Esteja com o joelho em dia, o guia Eduardo é maravilhoso, muito atencioso e educado.”
Challenging Pedra da Gávea hike with rope-assisted climbing, top 360 views of Rio, and expert guides, about 6 hours from Barra.
“Our tour guide, Lucas was incredible! Lucas was very personable, ensured our safety and taught us many things along the way. We learned hiking techniques, about the indigenous and imported plants we saw, and some history of the region - all while experiencing breath taking views. Lucas was with us every step of the way and was there to assist and coach anyone in need. Along the way, we saw several monkeys and an ant-eater. The jungle and the mountain views were incredible! When it came to the rock-climbing portion of the trip, Lucas was an expert guide and guided us through the sketchy parts. To get to the very…”
8-hour hike in Rio’s Tijuca Forest to Pedra da Gávea with climbing sections, safety gear, and summit viewpoints. Small group, great value.
“Um einen wunderschönen Tag zu erleben muss man nicht den Gipfel erklimmen! Da mein linker Oberarm nach einer Op steif ist habe ich es leider nicht ganz rauf geschafft und dennoch war es einer der schönsten Tage meines Lebens…. alle Teilnehmer der Gruppe waren unglaublich liebe Leute und die Reiseleiterin outstanding!”
Tough Pedra da Gávea hike with rope safety on a 30 m climb, shaded forest trail, and stunning summit views near Rio. 7 hours, $88.71.
“We had a fantastic day on the rocks with a truly incredible guide!”
Hike to Pedra da Gávea above Rio with gear and guides, a short climb and rappel, plus aerial views of Christ and Sugar Loaf.
“This hike is once in a lifetime! Especially with Xtreme tours who guide you through the whole process and make you feel extra safe! The hike is a tough one, but the views up top make it all worth it! If you want to do Pedra Gávea Weber is your guy! He’s so knowledgeable, and makes it feel as if your Hiking with a friend. Would definitely recommend this tour to all!”
Private 6-8 hour hike to Gávea Stone in Tijuca National Park with Rio pickup, climbing gear, and English guidance for $150.
“Es war ein wunderschöner Ausflug mit Thiago den ich nur jedem empfehlen kann. Der Tag mit Thiago wurde individuell auf mein Niveau angepasst. Ich habe von der ersten Kontaktaufnahme den Unterschied zu einer großen Agentur gemerkt, da man nicht nur einer von ganz vielen ist. Der Tag war lustig, sehenswert und fordernd, so wie ich es liebe. Zum Schluss gab es einen atemberaubend tollen Ausblick und tolle Fotos sowie gute Tipps für meinen weiteren Aufenthalt.”
Pedra da Gávea guided hike in Rio for experienced hikers, with safety gear and a photo package, ending in 360° cliff views.
“It was a spectacular experience! The hike was carried out safely thanks to the professionalism of the guides. I truly recommend this tour 🙂👏🏼🙌🏼”
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