Rio de Janeiro · TIJUCA RAINFOREST TOURS
Tijuca was coffee plantation until the 1860s, when it was replanted by hand — which is why Rio now has a rainforest above its rooftops. These 15 take in the waterfall, the peaks and the viewpoints, by jeep, on foot or both, with prices and walking distances.
Guided Tijuca rainforest hike from Rio hotels with waterfalls and caves, small group transfers, and viewpoint stops in 5 hours.
“This was awesome. Hiking through a rain forest in the heart of a major city. Requires ability to walk on rough terrain. Bring hats and rain protection.”
A smart 7-hour Rio loop with early Christ access, Selaron Steps photos, Lapa Stairs, Cathedral, and Tijuca rainforest views.
“Ricardo was a great guide and the experience was great.”
Open-top jeep through Rio’s Tijuca Rainforest with a guided one-hour hike, waterfalls, and viewpoints. 4 hours with hotel pickup.
“Guide was amazing- very knowledgeable would recommend for a quick day excursion”
Hike Tijuca’s best viewpoints, waterfalls, and caves in a small group, with easy logistics and wildlife-spotting chances.
“Just finished the tour this morning. It was truly small group and well organized: we were the first one on the top of mountain and have that view for ourselves until we were leaving. We saw two types of monkeys, butterflies, tucan, etc, along the way. What makes the trip memorable is the guide Eduardo, he is entertaining, informative, patient, great driver and full of energy. Highly recommended!”
Jeep tour in Tijuca Rain Forest with waterfall hike, rainforest viewpoints, and hotel pickup, about 4 hours in Rio.
“The trip through the national park was informative and educational. Our guide was informative and also amusing.”
Small-group hike in Rio’s Tijuca Forest with caves, waterfalls, and 19th-century coffee-plantation ruins, about 6 hours, from $69.
“Pietro was an excellent guide. Very knowledgeable. His passion for the forest showed and he engaged us all. We didn't see many animals but the flora and fauna made up for this. The group was small (5 people) and the pick up punctual. Would highly recommend this trip and could have spent a couple of days just exploring the forest. Trip is well worth it !”
Ride open-air jeeps through Tijuca rainforest, stop at Vista Chinesa, dip at Cascatinha Taunay, then watch São Conrado gliders.
“Excellent experience. Dario and the jeep driver ensured that we see as much as possible within the stipulated timeframe. Would recommend to all!”
Half-day Rio tour with Botanical Garden sensory stops, Tijuca National Forest trail, Vista Chinesa views, and a São Conrado beach pass.
“What a fantastic day! Our guide Vincent (Thomas!) was so knowledgeable and friendly. He shared so much information about Brazil, its history and culture. It really made the tour feel extra special. The botanical garden was the highlight for me - such a beautiful place. Highly recommended tour!”
Tijuca Forest half-day hike to Pedra Bonita and Gavea views, plus Vista Chinesa. Small group, guide, fees included.
“Tito was a fantastic guide, passionate about his city/country and was nible on a foggy day to ensure that we had an awsome experience. Thanks Tito!”
Rio botanical gardens and Tijuca Forest in one half-day tour, with rainforest stops, city views, and smooth hotel pickup.
“If you are concerned how much walking there might be, it's not massive and it's a nice break from the city centre. Good variation in what's seen. Alan our guide wasvery good.”
Take on a hard 10.4 km hike in Rio’s Tijuca Forest, with coffee ruins, caves, waterfalls, and Taquara Hill views, small group.
“Our guide for this tour was Alex and our overall experience for the hike itself and of Alex was amazing. The hike: for nearly the entire duration of the ~5 hour hike, we didn’t see a single other person! A lot of the path felt very ‘untouched’ and the view points at the top were spectacular. The guide: Alex was very knowledgeable and gave us a lot of interesting facts about the forest flaura & fauna as well as telling us a lot about the history of the country. He was very entertaining and we had a great time. Alex even gave us a lot of local Rio recommendations on…”
A small-group hike in Rio’s Tijuca Forest, mixing rainforest, waterfalls, caves, and history, plus a refreshing waterfall shower break.
“Riccardo was a super guide with a huge knowledge base - while taking us around, he introduced the Brazilian and Tijuca past, today's trends and facts. Highly recommend!”
Hard full-day hike in Tijuca Forest to Taquara Hill, waterfalls and Vista Chinesa, with hotel pickup and expert small-group guiding.
“This was an amazing experience! Our guide Alex was very knowledgable and had a good sense of humour. He took us to hidden trails and places with stunning views which we wont forget anytime soon. I can only recommend going on this hike!”
Full-day Rio highlights from Barra: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf cable car, cathedral, Selarón steps, and lunch in a small group.
“At first, there were some small problems, like they claimed i had entered wrong pickup location (what??), but then they asked us to buy cable car tickets. It is clearly stated these are INCLUDED, but on the spot they say it is not, pay or dont go. Otherwise, tour quality was passable.”
A 4-hour open-top 4x4 Jeep tour in Rio’s Tijuca Forest, with short nature walks, viewpoints, and a quick natural pool dip.
“We had a great experience with our guide Mario! He spoke very knowledgeable of his country and the forest!”
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