Pedra da Gavea is one of the most famous rock formations of Rio de Janeiro and the most admired adventure in the city. You will be accompanied by an experienced guide and have a once-in-a-lifetime experience. This is the ideal hiking tour for those who enjoy lots of adventure and adrenaline. You will go to the summit of Pedra da Gavea, which is the biggest block of solid rock by the sea in the world. At the top of its 844 meters, you can see the Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, the Jockey Club, the Botafogo cove, the Aterro do Flamengo, the Sugar Loaf mountain, the Morro da Urca, the Pedra Bonita, the Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer Statue and the other mountains of the Tijuca Forest and landmarks such as Guanabara Bay, Ipanema, Leblon, São Conrado, Barra Tijuca and the Serra dos Orgaos Region. This hiking tour takes place inside the Atlantic Rainforest, so you have great chances to encounter wild animals during the hike.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $193.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
The Pedra da Gávea Trail is located in Sector C of the Tijuca National Park
You will take a traditional trail to Pedra da Gavea of about two and a half hours to reach the top.
The hike is steep and has several natural obstacles that must be overcome. There is some basic rock climbing section called Carrasqueira, but no previous experience is necessary here as your guide will help you using all the safety techniques and procedures necessary. The descent is made by a technique similar to rappelling (abseiling), but the guide is the one who controls the equipment and the descent. This allows formore comfort and safety. You just need to relax, enjoy and take lots of photos. The climate is hot and humid, making the Pedra da Gavea hike an excellent exercise. If you have an adventurer's soul and want to see Rio de Janeiro seen from above, this is the tour you are looking for.
Hotels located in the tourist zone of Rio de Janeiro. (Transportation is not included in the regular tour option.) (please inform the hotel if you choose the option with transport)
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Pedra da Gavea Guided Hiking tour lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
Prices start at $74 per person for this Rio de Janeiro experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $193. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:00 AM and 7:30 AM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Hotels located in the tourist zone of Rio de Janeiro. (Transportation is not included in the regular tour option.) (please inform the hotel if you choose the option with transport) Pickup points include Visconde De Piraja Apartment.
The experience is available in PT, EN, ES.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 72 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Nattrip - Tourism, Ecotourism and Adventure in Rio de Janeiro.
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From the Natriip agency, the guide Sergio was very attentive from his arrival; we felt very safe throughout the journey, attentive at every step we took with his instructions, a lot of safety with the ropes, we learned many varied things about climbing and even about the history of the city and the country, which greatly enriches the journey; we definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to do these plans, thank you very much!!!
Incredible hike with amazing views from the top. The scrambling section was a lot of fun - our guid Eduardo made sure we were roped up for safely and gave clear instructions. It was very hot and humid - part of the instructions said bring 3 litres of water and we really did need that amount. Eduardo was a great guide, I would absolutely recommend.
Fantastic experience. Friendly guides, amazing views, altogether a highlight of my visit to Rio. Highly recommended if you’re reasonably fit and steady on your feet!
Eduardo was an excellent guide, and I can recommend this excursion in the gavea stone for everyone visiting Rio de Janeiro!
Fantastic hike to the most beautiful peak with a magnificent view. Our guide Sergio had the perfect pace for the two-hour ascent.
The one in Pedra da Gávea has been the most amazing hike of my whole life. It's challenging, but climbing was pure adrenaline! And the view at the top of the mountain was breathtaking! So worth it!!! Definitely go for it if you're trained enough. Eduardo, the tour guide, paid attention for us to be safe all the time.
We had the most amazing guy his name was Sergio and he was not only knowledgeable, but so friendly and fun and made it easy to hike with him. He also made us feel super safe and took us on such an incredible journey. We would highly recommend this hike.
The best hike I’ve done.Sergio the tour guide is very dedicated,very knowledgeable friendly and helpful.took his time on every difficult section of hike.made sure that everyone is safe.we are lucky to have a perfect weather, the top of Pedra da gavea is surrounded by a beautiful landscape it overlooks on every angle side of Rio.
The best hike in Rio. Very well organized. Mandatory guide from my point of view, there is 1 technical passage that requires insurance. Exceptional final view. Thanks to our great didi guide.
Pedro was an amazing guide. Super funny guy, very knowledgeable and very friendly. The hike is one of the best I have ever done and I will for sure comeback in the future.
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