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Rio: Private Sugarloaf Mountain Rock Climbing
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $134 / person
- Location
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 34 reviews
- Languages
- PT, EN, ES
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Itaway Ecotours
- Meeting point
- In front of the big angel statue monument located in the middle of Praça General Tibúrcio, Urca district.
Description
Escape the crowded tourist lines and scale Rio’s most iconic landmark alongside your own private, expert climbing instructor. - Private 1-on-1 instruction guarantees personalized coaching and maximum safety. - Sugarloaf Mountain routes are custom-selected to match your exact experience level. - Beginner to advanced options ensure a completely safe ascent for absolute first-timers. - Professional climbing gear comes fully provided, including shoes, harness, and helmet. - Cable car descent tickets are included for a scenic, relaxing ride down the mountain. An unforgettable private adventure on Rio's famous skyline - secure your summit today!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 2:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 7–65)
- $134
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Certified bilingual rock climbing instructor
Individual rock climbing equipment: climbing shoes, harness, helmet, belay/rappel device.
Collective rock climbing equipment: rope, quickdraws and anchor building equipment
Cable car descent ticket to Morro da Urca (if climbing Sugarloaf Mountain)
Not included
Snacks
Bottled water
Tips (optional)
Bug spray
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
34 reviews
How it compares in Rio de Janeiro
- Rated higher than 76% of 597 reviewed tours in Rio de Janeiro
- Starting price $134 is 64% above the typical $81 for tours of similar length in Rio de Janeiro
Excurgo comparison of 1,665 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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 Rio: Private Sugarloaf Mountain Rock Climbing take?
Rio: Private Sugarloaf Mountain Rock Climbing lasts about 3 hours.
How much does Rio: Private Sugarloaf Mountain Rock Climbing cost?
Prices start at $134 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 Rio: Private Sugarloaf Mountain Rock Climbing run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 2:00 PM.
Can I cancel Rio: Private Sugarloaf Mountain Rock Climbing 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 In front of the big angel statue monument located in the middle of Praça General Tibúrcio, Urca district. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Rio: Private Sugarloaf Mountain Rock Climbing offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Rio: Private Sugarloaf Mountain Rock Climbing worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 34 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Itaway Ecotours.
Reviews(34)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
E
Great climbing in a beautiful area
Amazing day! Sergio was a safe, knowledgeable, and fun guide. Highly recommended.
L
Best way to experience Sugarloaf for outdoorsy people. Something for all climbing skill levels.
Best way to experience Sugarloaf if you enjoy the outdoors and/or rock climbing and hiking. I did the middle Coringa route which was honestly tougher than any climb I’ve done before as an experienced beginner to somewhat intermediate climber, but one who hasn’t climbed with ropes in several years and is a bit out of shape. My guide was extremely helpful with a refresher on belaying and safety, helped keep me going, and was patient when I was slow in several places. The views are gorgeous all along the way and I loved the variation you get with multi-pitch rock climbing, slabs, rock scramble, and regular hiking. All the gear I needed was provided which was so nice. Definitely bring bug spray as the mosquitoes were out in full force. I would also make sure you bring no less than 1L of water and then there’s cold filtered water at the top you can refill for free by the bathrooms. Getting down by the tram is easy and so worth it after the long climb up. Met up with my guide at a nearby restaurant around 1pm and made it up to the very top by 4pm with plenty of breaks throughout. Highly recommend this experience!
D
Sporty afternoon in Rio
The climbing tour was awesome. Well organized and prepared for the climb. I got proper instructions and we practiced in front of the best view of the beach and the sugarloaf mountain. I loved it
R
Awesome experience
Victor was an amazing guide to work with. Super knowledgeable and made us (two women) feel incredibly comfortable on our first solo outside climb.
A
Nice tour, lucky with the weather
My guide was super nice, the tour was nice, though a bit short, we were in the Coringa route. Next time it's the Italianos route!
R
CLIMB TO THE TOP
My first stop on the list to Brazil and I had an Amazing time. Victor made feel secure climbing the ropes and teaching me.
Q
Best activity in Rio!
I had the most wonderful time! As a beginner, Adilio made me instantly comfortable and took me from 0 to be able to multi-pitch climb in one session. The route chosen was very appropriate for many levels and Adilio’s guidance was everything I could hope for.
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Brilliant experience
Amazing trip. Our guide Adilio had a brilliant knowledge of climbing all around the reigon, he was able to support for our previous climbing experience and tailored our experience. He took loads of brilliant photos and sent them over to us. Fantastic experience
Y
Awesome experience
Lucas and Adil were fabulous! We were in Rio for a week and the rock climbing experience was definitely the highlight of the trip. Everything was provided, they knew the routes well and the communication was clear and efficient. Highly recommended to anyone who's interested in rock climbing. :D
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