Hiking to Christ the Redeemer A Journey to Rio's Iconic Landmark

Overview

Available languages

Portuguese

English

Spanish

6 hours

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Embarking on a breathtaking adventure, hiking to Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro offers an unforgettable experience that combines physical exertion, natural beauty, and spiritual contemplation.

Towering atop the Corcovado mountain, this iconic statue of Jesus Christ has become a symbol of Brazil's vibrant culture and a testament to faith.

We will explore the joys, challenges, and rewards of hiking to Christ the Redeemer, guiding you through the journey while highlighting the significance of this remarkable landmark.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

It is recommended that you bring water and wear comfortable clothes, trekking or sport shoes, a bathing suit and sunscreen

Not recommended for passengers with back problems

Hard degree of difficulty

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Professional guide

Food and drinks

CORCOVADO - CHRIST THE REDEEMER

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

Parque Nacional da Tijuca

Tijuca National Park is claimed to be the world's largest urban forest, covering 39 square kilometers. We are going to spend half day exploring the best spots in the park. Tijuca National Park has a wide variety of plant and animal species, including over 300 species of birds, 2,500 species of trees and plants, around 60 species of amphibians and reptiles, and numerous species of mammals such as the capuchin monkey and the sloth. The entire park is a giant web of hiking trails and an incredible place for trekking.

4 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Parque Lage

Parque Lage is a beautiful park located in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Situated at the foot of the Corcovado Mountain in the southern part of the city, the park is a true green oasis amidst the urban hustle and bustle. At the heart of the park is the beautiful neoclassical mansion known as Palácio Lage, built in the early 20th century. The mansion currently houses the Escola de Artes Visuais do Parque Lage (School of Visual Arts of Parque Lage), where art courses and workshops are offered. The gardens surrounding the Palácio are an invitation for leisurely walks and nature appreciation.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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Hiking to Christ the Redeemer

Duration: 6 hours: Highlight the stunning landscapes and panoramic views hikers encounter along the way, showcasing Rio's rainforest!
Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

19 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great hike with a great guide
adamisim,
Jul 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an incredible time! Our guide Didi was knowledgeable and friendly, and offered us lots of recommendations for Rio along the way! The hike took us less than 2 hours on the way up and about an hour and a half on the way down.
Incredible experience
422sirleyc,
Jul 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Visiting the sights was an amazing experience! We took a lot of pictures. The guide Bernardo was very receptive, attentive and guided us with excellence on our tour.
Amazing Hiking Experience to Christ the Redeemer
elizabethb33333,
Jun 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had an absolutely fantastic experience hiking to Christ the Redeemer with my guide Paulo in May. This was hands down one of the highlights of my trip! What made this special: Skip the crowds: • By hiking instead of taking the usual public transportation, we completely avoided the tourist masses on the way to and from and monument and had a much more peaceful, authentic experience Incredible nature: • The hike took us through beautiful forest where we spotted monkeys and amazing birds. Paulo was incredibly knowledgeable about the local wildlife and plants, turning the journey into an educational nature walk Convenient service: • Paulo picked me up directly from my Airbnb and dropped me off afterward - no hassle with logistics Perfect duration: • The entire experience lasted about 6 hours, which felt just right Paulo was an excellent guide who really enhanced the experience with his knowledge of the local ecosystem. If you're looking for a more adventurous and less crowded way to visit Christ the Redeemer while learning about Rio's incredible biodiversity, I highly recommend this hiking tour. Highly recommended for: Nature lovers, hikers, anyone wanting to avoid the crowds on the way up and down, and travelers interested in learning about local wildlife.
Great experience
tonyp8888,
May 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
All round was excellent experience, one which I would recommend for anyone looking for a moderate hike level of energy in an exceptional place
Great guide, nice medium-intensity hike
jonathane239,
Nov 15, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide was wonderful. My grown son enjoyed chatting with the guide in his intermediate Portuguese on the hike up. We learned that portions of the trail have recently been flattened and (consequently) lengthened which was fine with us because this makes it a medium level hike rather than a difficult one. Saw lots of monkeys and a few interesting birds. We lucked out that most of the cloud cover cleared as we reached the top, so we had excellent views from various overlooks. We wound up taking the train down and paid the R$35 fare, and subsequently took an Uber with him back to his car. The guide kindly dropped us off at the Sugarloaf cable car at the end.
Fantastic!
davidsT1924ND,
Oct 31, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We took this hiking tour with Fábio, and has been amazing! His knowledge of the forest, the animals and how to spot them, the native cultures and the history made the whole hike super interesting. Also the hike in itself was great, the forset is amazing, and taking the hike we were able to see views of rio before the clouds covered everything at the top
Great experience
angelasR4631WN,
Sep 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic experience hiking up to Christ the Redeemer. Paulo was an excellent guide. The hike is steep and intense but worth it.
A great way to see some of Rio’s most iconic sites
ArchitectureLover1,
Jun 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A moderately challenging hike that delivers the true essence of the Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes World Heritage site. I took this hike from Parque Lage up Corcavado Mountain to Christ the Redeemer with guide Thalles, who was great. All the excursion details were perfectly handled but it was Thalles’s knowledge of Rio’s history, culture & biodiversity that was the most impressive. Also, as a native English speaker with not much Portuguese, I was also blown away by Thalles’ bilingual skills — from street slang to conservation technique, his English vocabulary is PhD level. Oh, and great Carnival tips! Highly recommended.
Amazing hike
M5761UVdinab,
May 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The guide was great. He took pictures at the best places and new a lot about the region and history. We saw monkeys and the hike was super nice.
Best way to experience Corcovado
ChickieKoala,
Mar 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Last day in Rio, I wanted to go up Corcovado hiking, but with a group not going solo, glad I found Rio Natural. Easy to communicate with Daniel to get details. Paulo was a great guide, very knowledgeable and easy going. It took us 4 hrs total roundtrip from the trail head in Parque Lage: 2 hrs up, 1 at Corcovado, 1 going down. It’s a lush jungle, 3 small water falls, we saw monkeys. I would say it’s medium in intensity. We started at 8:30am and saw only 2 people in the trail (so good to be with a group), coming down at noon the trail was a bit busier with many small groups going up. Highly recommended!