Discover a side of Rio de Janeiro that goes far beyond the beaches and postcard sights. Explore waterfalls, a natural cave, and the lush Tijuca Forest in small groups, with the chance to spot wildlife in its natural habitat. An authentic experience for those wishing to discover the city's wilder, more surprising side.
Tour Options
Floresta Premium Experience
Specialized local guide: Flexible departure times
Door-to-door transport
Photos of the experience taken by the guide
Wildlife viewing
Premium Small Group
Duration: 5 hours: Round-trip transportation – Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes
Route exploration – Approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes
Car with air conditioning: Transportation included in Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, São Conrado, Barra da Tijuca, and the City Center. Please check available locations.
Pickup included
Parrot's Beak Trekking
Moderate/Difficult Hike: Hike amidst the lush nature of Tijuca Forest
Panoramic city view
Trekking-focused experience
Guided Trekking Experience: Altitude of 989m
Duration: 5 hours: Round-trip transportation - Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes
Route exploration - Approximately 3 hours 30 minutes for visits
Car with air conditioning: Transportation included in selected areas: Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, Leblon, and São Conrado.
Pickup included
Pico da Tijuca Hike
Moderate/Difficult Hike: The highest point of Tijuca Forest
360° panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro
Access to the carved stone staircase
Guided Trekking Experience: 1,022 m altitude
Duration: 5 hours: Round-trip transportation - Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes
Route exploration - Approximately 3 hours 30 minutes for visits
Car with air conditioning: Transportation included in selected areas: Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, Leblon, and São Conrado.
Pickup included
Forest Private Experience
Private experience: Two attractions in a single tour
☕ Brazilian breakfast or mountain snack
Photos included
Premium Private Experience
Duration: 5 hours: Round-trip transportation – Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes
Route exploration – Approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes
Car with air conditioning: Transportation included in selected areas: Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, Leblon, São Conrado, Barra da Tijuca, Recreio, and the City Center.
Pickup included
Classic Forest
Specialized local guide: Small group
Great value
Transport included in selected areas
Wildlife viewing
Photo stops
Classic Group Experience
Duration: 5 hours: Round-trip transportation – Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes
Route exploration – Approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes
Car with air conditioning
: Transportation included in selected areas: Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, Leblon, and São Conrado.
Pickup included
Highlights
Small-Group Guarantee: Intimate experience with a limited number of guests.
Door-to-door transport: Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or accommodation (Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, São Conrado).
Photos (Images taken with your cell phone to keep as a memento).
Professional Local Guide: English-speaking expert in Tijuca's flora and fauna.
What's included
Included
Small-Group Guarantee: Intimate experience with a limited number of guests.
Door-to-door transport: Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or accommodation (Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, São Conrado).
Photos (Images taken with your cell phone to keep as a memento).
Professional Local Guide: English-speaking expert in Tijuca's flora and fauna.
Not included
Food, drinks and extra charges
Pickup Locations & Times
Transportation is included for guests staying in Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, Leblon, and São Conrado.
For guests staying in Barra da Tijuca or other areas outside the standard pickup zone, transportation can be arranged for an additional fee, provided the request is made in advance to allow for logistical planning. This condition applies exclusively to the "Floresta Classic" product.
Pickup details and the exact time will be provided after the reservation is confirmed.
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travelers should have a reasonable level of physical fitness.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Tijuca Forest: Waterfalls, Caves, Wildlife & Scenic Views take?
How much does Tijuca Forest: Waterfalls, Caves, Wildlife & Scenic Views cost?
Prices start at $69 per person for this Rio de Janeiro experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 5 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Tijuca Forest: Waterfalls, Caves, Wildlife & Scenic Views for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Transportation is included for guests staying in Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, Leblon, and São Conrado.
For guests staying in Barra da Tijuca or other areas outside the standard pickup zone, transportation can be arranged for an additional fee, provided the request is made in advance to allow for logistical planning. This condition applies exclusively to the "Floresta Classic" product.
Pickup details and the exact time will be provided after the reservation is confirmed. Pickup points include CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyHYDuv+5qLJSIon6j//5jng=, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyObUKIbQHzB2zMUva9pc7g8=.
What languages is Tijuca Forest: Waterfalls, Caves, Wildlife & Scenic Views offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 124 verified reviews; it is run by RIOTRIPS. Most-mentioned highlights: Small-Group Guarantee: Intimate experience with a limited number of guests.; Door-to-door transport: Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or accommodation (Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, São Conrado).; Photos (Images taken with your cell phone to keep as a memento)..
Reviews(124)
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fredtR8762DD
September 1, 2026
Rain forest afternoon
Guide picked up us from our hotel then took us to the national park. A great afternoon, exploring the rain forest where there were lots of monkeys. We also visited 4 different water falls and a cave. Our guide kindly took some great photos for us and was very informative throughout the 4 hours. Great value for money.
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77naumana
August 23, 2026
Tijuca with Eduardo & Larissa
My kids and I took a tour of Tijuca National Park with Eduardo and Larissa, and it was an amazing day filled with beautiful scenery and breathtaking views.
Our guides made sure every member of our small group had a great experience — giving us ample time at every stop and frequently offering to take photos for us.
Larissa has a great eye for spotting wildlife hidden in the dense rainforest. Thanks to her, we spotted several monkeys, birds, and even a sloth perched high up among the trees.
Eduardo is hilarious, constantly keeping us entertained with jokes and interesting stories along the way.
The high point (pun intended) of the tour was a hike up a mountain, where we were rewarded with a panoramic view of Rio and the breathtaking scenery surrounding it. Great day all around!
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Q7232JOdenist
August 20, 2026
Wonderful tour of Tijuca forest with Junior
The experience was great and our tour guide Junior was very knowledgeable and friendly. Pick up was on time, and the tour was very smooth. Would absolutely recommend this to anyone else!
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M2386DUchristianz
August 19, 2026
An unforgettable tour!
A wonderful tour in beautiful nature with great views.
Guide Bernardo picked us up on time in front of the hotel and showed us the highlights of Tijuca National Park.
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583nareshk
August 18, 2026
Bernardo the Amazing Tour Guide
The views we saw on the hike were superb, and the waterfall was gorgeous. But standout of this trip was our guide - Bernardo. He was very informative and cool to be around. He spoke English, and we had a lot of fun with him. he didn’t rush us and encouraged us to take our time at each stop. He took great pictures as well. Our kids absolutely loved him! Thanks Bernardo!
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Gessel_V
August 17, 2026
Great views
Dubu was great! Very friendly! tour is a must great views and cave. Hike was perfect even for kids. Wear comfortable shoes and bring plenty of water.
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Eric_B
August 15, 2026
So much urban forest in so little time
Saw so much of the forest in just a few hours - a summit hike with an amazing view,, 2 waterfalls (bring a swimsuit!), 2 kinds of monkeys, many birds, and a drive to the Pagoda overlook. And Bernardo was a fun and knowledgeable guide.
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122cates
August 15, 2026
A beautiful day in Rio
The experience was truly fantastic; Junior, our guide, enthusiastically explained all the details and curiosities about Rio and its flora and fauna; he knew how to accompany us into the wonderful forest, and we went on a nice hike, visited scenic viewpoints, and even a cave!! Junior is very nice and helpful.
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314laureny
August 11, 2026
A MUST do experience in Rio de Janiero
Our tour ended up being on a rainy day but Eduardo and Larissa did everything they could to make sure it was an awesome experience! We got to see beautiful waterfalls, a cave, and some birds, monkeys, and sloths! Eduardo also made sure we left we some great pictures to remember our visit with!
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Viviana_C
August 9, 2026
In nature with Eduardo
Our guide Eduardo came to pick us up at the hotel, we went to pick up another couple, and we left. Eduardo was very good at telling us the history of everything we saw along the way and answering our questions. He took us to many scenic spots and stopped everywhere to show us the animals whenever he heard them. We walked and even went into a cave. Eduardo was super helpful and full of energy. On the way back, he dropped us off in Ipanema where there was a fair and sent us many tips on what to visit via WhatsApp. Furthermore, he was a very good photographer and sent us all the photos he took of us during the morning!