Skip the gridlocked city traffic and the crowded tour buses. Just 40 minutes from Rio's famous beaches lies a protected UNESCO World Heritage wilderness where the dense jungle canopy blocks out the city chaos. This is a paced, sm... More

Hop in an open Jeep for a morning tour of the Tijuca Forest in Rio de Janeiro, also known as Tijuca National Park. This section of Brazil’s Mata Atlântica (Atlantic Forest) offers panoramic views from Vista Chinesa (Chinese Vie... More

Rio de Janeiro is full of attractions such as mountains, beaches and the Tijuca National Park a Urban Forest Located in the heart of Rio. This set, makes our city full of possibilities. With such a diversity of attractions, activi... More

Our tours are beyond the average tours within Rio. With Experience Rio you will feel like a local. Visit the lesser knows places, hike at times with less tourist. You will experience life instead of watch it fly by on a fast paced... More

FAVELATOUR is indispensable if you look for a deeper perspective and wise informations on many aspects of Brazil`s socioeconomic issues. Tour integrates visitors to the local community revealing a new angle of favelas, Rio de Jane... More

Adventurers can take part in one of Rio’s most famous hikes to Pedra do Telégrafo, celebrated for its cliffside optical illusion photos and sweeping views of the coast, Marambaia sandbank, and the Atlantic rainforest. Located i... More

Have a real experience of what the Favela was like and today! Russo Guia, has been working for 20 years within Vidigal, 17 years in a small local business, and for over 2 as a guide. With it you will have an experience that only ... More

Discover Rio de Janeiro from its history, architecture and cultural influences that have shaped the way you are Carioca. We will walk through squares, churches and historic sites, with the possibility of a break for a snack or cof... More

Experienced and award-winning Guide: With years of experience and hundreds of 5-star reviews, Rodrigo Índio is a local Guide passionate about the mountain and fully committed to its safety and fun. Safety first: The crossing of ... More

You will be guided by a local resident with years of experience, who knows every corner of Vidigal. We will walk as the sky changes color and the sun rises over Guanabara Bay. A magical and unforgettable moment, with safety, i... More

Discover the favela tour that brings together more than 18 years of experience, international recognition as the best walks in Latin America and Travellers’ Choice Badge on TripAdvisor. As a finalist for a Responsible Tour at an... More

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 au... More

Afro-Brazilian cuisine is much more than a combination of ingredients and recipes; it is a living heritage that carries centuries of memory, faith, creativity, and resilience. Born from the forced encounter between enslaved Afric... More

A challenging hike in a very unusual part of Tijuca Forest, one of the biggest urban forests in the world. On this circuit of trails you'll walk approx. 5h, for 10,4km (6.5mi), with an elevation gain of 848m (2,670ft) and discov... More

Pedra da Gávea guided extreme hikes offer the ultimate bucket-list challenge for adventure travelers looking to conquer Rio's highest seaside peak. This legendary trail takes you straight through the protected jungles of Tijuca N... More

Discover Pedra do Telégrafo with Rodrigo Índio Tours — more than just a trail, a unique adventure in Rio! Explore a little-known route with a local guide who knows every detail of the region. Take iconic photos from the cliff... More

Tijuca National Park is a great opportunity to get to know Rio de Janeiro's rich avifauna, with endemic species of the Atlantic Forest. This is an ideal tour for those who want to start bird watching or for those more experienced ... More

With Local Guide, we offer a unique and immersive experience in the heart of Rio de Janeiro's largest Favela. The adventure begins at the meeting point with a summary about the activity, instructions, stories, curiosities, and oth... More

Let's climb Morro Dois Irmãos together with a local guide, in Vidigal and Madrugada! Watch Amanhecer and Support Social Projects in the Favela! 20% revenue for social impact! Connect with the Vidigal Community: Explore Vidigal ... More

Pedra do Telégrafo is located in the west side of Rio de Janeiro. The rock has a nice view of the beautiful city, in on one side we see wild beaches and the Tijuca National Park. On the other side, we have a wonderful view of the... More