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Half-Day Hike to Two Brothers Mountain
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $110 / person
- Location
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
- Languages
- PT, EN, IT, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Rio in Tours
- Meeting point
- The best option is Uber, which arrives quickly and is safe. Public transport that comes along the beaches of Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon leaves you in front of the community entrance at our meeting point.
Description
This moderate urban nature walk offers a unique perspective on the city of Rio de Janeiro. The experience of climbing a community (Favela) will be unique in your life. From the top of the community begins the trail to the peak of Dois Irmãos mountain which includes views of the beaches of Ipanema, Leblon, Corcovado mountain with the statue of Christ the Redeemer, Rodrigo de Freitas lagoon, São Conrado beach and Gavea Rock.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 8:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM, and 4:30 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $100
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 4:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:02 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Ipanema Beach
El punto de encuentro es a la entrada de la comunidad. El transporte que nos lleva a la cima lo podemos realizar en motos o en kombis comunitarias. Después de una emocionante subida por la calle principal hasta Vila Olimpica, comienza la caminata por el sendero, que tiene 1.500 metros de largo. El sendero Morro Dois Irmãos es empinado y tardará alrededor de 1 hora en llegar a la cima. Después de unos minutos de caminata tendrá una vista de la hermosa playa de São Conrado y de la comunidad de Rocinha. En la cima, tiempo libre para disfrutar de la recompensa, la hermosa vista de la Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, las playas de Leblon, Ipanema y la estatua del Cristo Redentor.
Santuario Cristo Redentor
Panoramic view of the mountain and the statue of Christ the Redeemer
Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
Panoramic view of the lagoon that is a heart in the middle of the beautiful city. Formed by the salty waters of the Ipanema and Leblon seas, it is a residential neighborhood and offers restaurants and lounges along its entire coastline.
What's included
Included
Guide
Not included
Meals and drinks
Tips (Recommended)
Private transportation
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
1 reviews
How it compares in Rio de Janeiro
- Starting price $110 is 22% above the typical $90 for tours of similar length in Rio de Janeiro
Excurgo comparison of 1,666 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Hiking difficulty is moderate to challenging
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Hiking may be canceled due to severe weather modification or due to violent activities in the favela.
- Rio in Tours tours operated by qualified, experienced and verbal fluent guides. All Co work are registered with the Ministry of Tourism. (CADASTUR).
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Day Hike to Two Brothers Mountain take?
Half-Day Hike to Two Brothers Mountain lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Half-Day Hike to Two Brothers Mountain cost?
Prices start at $110 per person for this Rio de Janeiro experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Half-Day Hike to Two Brothers Mountain run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 8:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM, and 4:30 PM.
Can I cancel Half-Day Hike to Two Brothers Mountain for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The best option is Uber, which arrives quickly and is safe. Public transport that comes along the beaches of Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon leaves you in front of the community entrance at our meeting point. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Half-Day Hike to Two Brothers Mountain offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN, IT, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Half-Day Hike to Two Brothers Mountain worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Rio in Tours.
Reviews(1)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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