Private 6-hour Hiking Tour in the Tijuca Forest: Waterfalls, Viewpoints & Picnic

5.00

5.0(21 reviews)

Private Tour

6 hours

Portuguese, English, French, Spanish

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Overview

Available languages

Portuguese

English

French

Spanish

6 hours

Mobile ticket

Hike through Tijuca National Park's rainforest on a 6-hour eco-tour contemplating one of the most splendid views of Rio contrasting with the greatest urban forest in the world.

Accompanied by an expert guide, expect a trilling tour full of nature with waterfalls, springs, small lakes, viewpoints, and historic sites. Animals, particularly monkeys, coatis and birds, can be seen all around during walks in the lush landscape and falls.

The walking distance is about 7 km, round trip, is mostly in the shade, ranging from light to medium level of difficulty. The hiking time is about 4 hrs at a slow pace.

Visit the calm and beautiful waterfalls where we stop for bath and pictures. Bring swimsuits along so that you can splash around.

We then continue on for more 10 min up to the scenic weir called “Açude da Solidão”. Take a break at the edge of it and enjoy snacks picnic style.

After having such an adventurous day, relax on the journey back to your hotel.

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Vista Chinesa

Visit the Vista Chinesa monument which was built between 1902 and 1906 as a way to honor the Chinese, who brought tea cultivation to Brazil in the early 19th century. It has a privileged view of Christ the Redeemer, Guanabara Bay, Sugarloaf Mountain, Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, Ipanema and Leblon beaches, as well as Morro Dois Irmãos, and other Rio’s icons. People in search for the best angle causes a fierce dispute for a space, but what you see from Vista Chinesa compensates for the “push-push”.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Emperor's Table

With its privileged geographical position at an altitude, Emperor's Table offers one of the best landscapes in Rio de Janeiro. The place was widely used by Dom Pedro 2nd during the Empire. He constantly rested on the lookout during his walks through the Tijuca Forest, hence the name.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Private 6-hour Hiking Tour in the Tijuca Forest: Waterfalls, Viewpoints & Picnic

Pickup included

What‘s Included

Picnic supplies.

Entrance & admission fees.

VAT, all taxes, handling charges, parking fees during stops, airport / port Greet & Meet service.

Any address pickup & drop off are included like hotel, airport and port.

Private driver for groups bigger than 4 people, otherwise the guide drives the vehicle themselves.

Transport by fully-equipped vehicles.

Professional / licensed / bilingual private tour guide.

Meals & drinks.

Gratuities & tips. (optional).

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews

5.00

21 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Beautiful Rainforest.
Ian L,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Pick up on time. Henry drove us to the beautiful National Park and explained all about the nature and history of the place, as we explored by foot and car, at our own pace. Absolutely wonderful. Henry then deftly drove us to the airport in plenty of time for our 4.45pm flight to London. A fantastic way to end a month long holiday around South America!
I recommend for everybody who wants to enjoy the rainforest feeling. Nature, silence, peace. Green jungle.
558tamasf,Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very very professional. Very kind service. Guide has really good personality. He has perfect knowledge. Very helpful.
Great half-day Trip!
TNDee Family,Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a great experience. A combination of hiking, nature walks, waterfalls, national park visitor center visits and a drive by the beautiful Botanical Gardens. Our driver, Roberto, was a wonderful host. Very knowledgeable about the different flaura and fauna and clearly had very good relationships with all park rangers. We felt very safe the entire time, saw a variety of monkeys, birds (no sloths, unfortunately!) but it was the end of winter. The weather didn’t cooperate for all the views but on a clear day I am sure the views are amazing. We had two wonderful stopping points with no clouds so can attest to the views. We were fortunate to see two hang-gliders take off from the hang-gliding deck. What an experience to see! Roberto was great. Very knowledgeable and personable. Would definitely recommend this half-day trip.
Lovely trek
christinabO886CL,Jun 6, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Friendly and knowledgeable tour guide. He was well-prepared and a wonderful companion. He tailored the tour to our wants and needs. Fantastic!
Wonderful time with the family !
777osamas,Dec 3, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had a wonderful time on this tour and would highly recommend it , Bruno was very courteous and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend this tour
Great views!
TrailBlazer620363,Nov 22, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our family spent the afternoon touring Tijuca NP with Carlos. He was a fabulous tour guide taking time to stop for pics! The views were amazing- would highly recommend.
A little oasis in the city
ekta1050,Sep 1, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This trip is great for nature lovers and those who like to hike. We went with Henry and explored the forest and swam in the waterfalls. Some of the scenes of the jungle were spectacular, especially the tunnel which was the size of the church. Henry also arranged a picnic for us next to a waterfall which was very scenic.
Tijuca forest hike with friends
985eliasi,Mar 25, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great, relatively short, hike in Tijuca forest. Lunch was provided, which was very much appreciated.
Great hike by and views
Daniel S,Feb 1, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent tour. Beautiful views. Henry, our guide, was perfect. He knows the forest in which we hiked very well and is passionate about it. The truck was difficult at times but the views of waterfalls and the cave were breathtaking. The picnic lunch was also good. Bring lots of water as the hike lasts a few hours and it us very hot and humid.
Amazing forest and the best guide
SouthFloridaPeg,Aug 24, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Stunning forest and great guide. Henry was an amazing wealth of knowledge about the forest and it’s plants and animals. He ensured we were always safe and answered all of our endless questions. A not to be missed experience for those who love the outdoors.

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Portuguese, English, French, Spanish

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Show all 31 photos

Overview

Available languages

Portuguese

English

French

Spanish

6 hours

Mobile ticket

Hike through Tijuca National Park's rainforest on a 6-hour eco-tour contemplating one of the most splendid views of Rio contrasting with the greatest urban forest in the world.

The walking distance is about 7 km, round trip, is mostly in the shade, ranging from light to medium level of difficulty. The hiking time is about 4 hrs at a slow pace.

Visit the calm and beautiful waterfalls where we stop for bath and pictures. Bring swimsuits along so that you can splash around.

We then continue on for more 10 min up to the scenic weir called “Açude da Solidão”. Take a break at the edge of it and enjoy snacks picnic style.

After having such an adventurous day, relax on the journey back to your hotel.

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Vista Chinesa

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Emperor's Table

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Private 6-hour Hiking Tour in the Tijuca Forest: Waterfalls, Viewpoints & Picnic

Pickup included

What‘s Included

Picnic supplies.

Entrance & admission fees.

VAT, all taxes, handling charges, parking fees during stops, airport / port Greet & Meet service.

Any address pickup & drop off are included like hotel, airport and port.

Private driver for groups bigger than 4 people, otherwise the guide drives the vehicle themselves.

Transport by fully-equipped vehicles.

Professional / licensed / bilingual private tour guide.

Meals & drinks.

Gratuities & tips. (optional).

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews

5.00

21 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Beautiful Rainforest.
Ian L,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Pick up on time. Henry drove us to the beautiful National Park and explained all about the nature and history of the place, as we explored by foot and car, at our own pace. Absolutely wonderful. Henry then deftly drove us to the airport in plenty of time for our 4.45pm flight to London. A fantastic way to end a month long holiday around South America!
I recommend for everybody who wants to enjoy the rainforest feeling. Nature, silence, peace. Green jungle.
558tamasf,Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very very professional. Very kind service. Guide has really good personality. He has perfect knowledge. Very helpful.
Great half-day Trip!
TNDee Family,Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a great experience. A combination of hiking, nature walks, waterfalls, national park visitor center visits and a drive by the beautiful Botanical Gardens. Our driver, Roberto, was a wonderful host. Very knowledgeable about the different flaura and fauna and clearly had very good relationships with all park rangers. We felt very safe the entire time, saw a variety of monkeys, birds (no sloths, unfortunately!) but it was the end of winter. The weather didn’t cooperate for all the views but on a clear day I am sure the views are amazing. We had two wonderful stopping points with no clouds so can attest to the views. We were fortunate to see two hang-gliders take off from the hang-gliding deck. What an experience to see! Roberto was great. Very knowledgeable and personable. Would definitely recommend this half-day trip.
Lovely trek
christinabO886CL,Jun 6, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Friendly and knowledgeable tour guide. He was well-prepared and a wonderful companion. He tailored the tour to our wants and needs. Fantastic!
Wonderful time with the family !
777osamas,Dec 3, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had a wonderful time on this tour and would highly recommend it , Bruno was very courteous and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend this tour
Great views!
TrailBlazer620363,Nov 22, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our family spent the afternoon touring Tijuca NP with Carlos. He was a fabulous tour guide taking time to stop for pics! The views were amazing- would highly recommend.
A little oasis in the city
ekta1050,Sep 1, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This trip is great for nature lovers and those who like to hike. We went with Henry and explored the forest and swam in the waterfalls. Some of the scenes of the jungle were spectacular, especially the tunnel which was the size of the church. Henry also arranged a picnic for us next to a waterfall which was very scenic.
Tijuca forest hike with friends
985eliasi,Mar 25, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great, relatively short, hike in Tijuca forest. Lunch was provided, which was very much appreciated.
Great hike by and views
Daniel S,Feb 1, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent tour. Beautiful views. Henry, our guide, was perfect. He knows the forest in which we hiked very well and is passionate about it. The truck was difficult at times but the views of waterfalls and the cave were breathtaking. The picnic lunch was also good. Bring lots of water as the hike lasts a few hours and it us very hot and humid.
Amazing forest and the best guide
SouthFloridaPeg,Aug 24, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Stunning forest and great guide. Henry was an amazing wealth of knowledge about the forest and it’s plants and animals. He ensured we were always safe and answered all of our endless questions. A not to be missed experience for those who love the outdoors.