Pedra da Gavea Hike - (Gavea's Rock)
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6 hours
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The Pedra da Gavea (Gavea Stone) tour is one of the most startling and rewarding of all hiking tours in Rio de Janeiro. The summit stands at 842m / 2763ft above sea level.
The ascent takes around two and a half hours and, but it is only near the top that the adrenaline begins. Despite a steep but short hand-climbing (15m / 49ft) there is nothing to fear in Pedra da Gávea hiking tour. It’s all perfectly safe using the climb equipments and requires no experience.
From up there, the view of Tijuca Forest and all the city is wonderful and we can see Rio's most famous landmarks.
On our way down, we will do rappel on the section that we climb the rock.
* Important: Close to the top, there is a short rocky section where we use safety equipment, very easy, quick, totally safe and perfect for beginners (no previous climbing experience is required).
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Recommendations: wear light clothing and hiking shoes, bring a small backpack with water (3L), snacks, mosquito repellent, sunscreen, cap or hat, sunglasses and cash for extras.
Important: close to the top, there is a short rocky section where we use safety equipment, very easy, quick, totally safe and perfect for beginners (no previous climbing experience is required).
Hike length: 6 km / 3,7 miles (round trip / total)
RioXtreme shall not be responsible for any kind of loss, accident, incident, sickness, or injury. It is advisable that the traveler should avail of travel insurance as there can be chances of potential risks and hazards. Also, by booking this tour the traveler declares that are mentally and physically able to participate. No refund is applicable after starting the tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Accredited mountain guide
Climb equipment
Extras
Private transportation
What To Expect
The Pedra da Gavea hike is an exhilarating adventure with Rio’s most unforgettable views! Pedra da Gavea (Gavea’s Rock), is one of the most startling and rewarding of all hiking tours in Rio de Janeiro. The summit stands at 842m / 2763ft above sea level and allow us to enjoy Rio’s most famous landmarks. The ascent takes around two and a half hours, but it is only near the top that the adrenaline begins. Despite a steep but short hand-climbing (15m / 49ft) there is nothing to fear in Pedra da Gavea hiking tour. It’s all perfectly safe and requires no experience. From up there, the view of Tijuca Forest, beaches and the entire city is wonderful. On our way down, we will do rappel on the rock section. It is one of the most demanding and beautiful trails in the City! * Tour details: Starting time: 08am Tour duration: 6hs (approx) Hike level: advanced (level 5 of 5) Rock climbing section: 1º+ BR / 5.2 US / 2º FR Trail length: 6km / 3,7 miles (total) Elevation gain: 800m / 2625ft Trail duration: 5 hours – 2:30 hours climb / 2:30hs descent
Options
Meeting point option
Duration: 6 hours: Meeting point: 7:50am
By choosing this option, travelers will meet us at the meeting point.
Without transfer - Regular: Meeting point:
Point da Meire
Estrada Sorimã, 932 - Itanhangá, Barra da Tijuca - Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brasil.
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Incredible hike with stunning views!
nobles466,
Sep 25, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This hike was so great. Our tour guide Weber picked us up at the hotel, and took care of everything. The hike was a CHALLENGE, but was super rewarding at the end. I was in AWE of the view and the accomplishment we achieved. The rock climbing section was a fun challenge and again both up and down our guide had everything handled. 10/10, would do again!
Such a great experience!
Jensenerin,
Aug 19, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the best experience on this hike, it’s was so beautiful and fun. Our guide, Jamir, was awesome. He was so helpful, kind and skilled. Rio extreme was super responsive to every email we sent, helped us change our date due to weather etc. they were a great company to work with. (We also went hang gliding with rio extreme.)
An amazing experience!!!
acouceiro72,
May 3, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A demanding but possible trekking with the help and company of an experienced and passionate mountain guide such as Paulo, with whom we made the experience. He told us “trust” and thanks to our attention we were able to have prizes: The best view of Rio de Janeiro.
Amazing!!!!!!!
Maria Elisa B,
May 3, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you for sending us Paul!!!!! Great, spectacular, wonderful!!!!! The best guide!!!! Mountain caretaker, respectful of it and teaching at every turn.
Pedra Gávea Incredible Hike
Alexa L,
Aug 27, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This hike is once in a lifetime! Especially with Xtreme tours who guide you through the whole process and make you feel extra safe! The hike is a tough one, but the views up top make it all worth it! If you want to do Pedra Gávea Weber is your guy! He’s so knowledgeable, and makes it feel as if your Hiking with a friend. Would definitely recommend this tour to all!
Tough but absolutely magnificent!
Marc L,
Mar 17, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Definitively a "must do" when in Rio, if you like magnificent sceneries, lush tropical forest, and coping with a personal physical challenge! It is essential to do that trip with a guide, and the one who accompanied us, Duda, was definitively the most gentle person, extremely professional and always ready to tell us where to put our feet and hands in the most challenging spots.
Excellent tour Great multilingual guide
voltron2010,
Dec 6, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is an amazing tour. But it is not for the faint of heart. This is an extreme workout climb. You will enjoy the view in the end.
Spectacular view!
Rafael D,
Sep 28, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I did the trail and climbing in the Pedra da Gávea on 24/09/18. The trail takes about 03 hours and has a variation of terrain and legal difficulty. All effort is rewarded with a sensational view of Rio de Janeiro. The guide Rafael Cajá, with a lot of experience and hundreds of climbs, was very important in the guidance and support throughout the course, especially in the safety at the descent of Carrasqueira. I recommend!
Stunning view on Rio de Janeiro
Lukáš S,
Apr 7, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great experience! We got a pick-up at the hotel and in very friendly atmosphere we did this trip with other 3 tourists. Rafael is an excellent guide! He is experienced, communicative, patient and very enthusiastic about nature. I can only recommend him. The hike/climbing was challenging, but with Rafael guidance we felt more than safe, even when my girlfriend had no climbing experience before. Only worries I had about the unexperienced people falling at me at the climbing section - but nothing happened and on such a spectacular place you can't avoid to have many visitors. Definitely much better experience than Cristo Redentor and a must when you are in Rio!
Pedra da gavea, Rio is a hike not to be missed
raheather,
Mar 30, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the most rewarding experience you can get when you come to Rio de Janiero. You can not miss it. when you finally reach the top of the mountain, you have the most exquisite views of Rio and all the landmarks; including Christ the Redimer. We were 6 in total, our guide and five tourists; polish, brazilian and english. Our guide took us through every experience of hiking, rock face climbing, absailing down. So safe and so much fun. Our guide was so enthusiastic and motivating and helps you all the way. I can not stress how accoumplished you feel after this day. 100% recommend
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