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Christ the Redeemer Forest Hike Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro, Southeast Brazil, Brazil
$76.35
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
We begin in the charming neighbourhood of Cosme Velho, walking up a cobblestone road toward the forest. Entering Tijuca Forest National Park at the historic Carioca River reservoir—built during imperial times when the river supplied most of Rio’s water—we reach the Carioca River Trail.
Your adventure starts with a climb up a stone staircase, keeping an eye out for wildlife. With luck, we may spot monkeys, sloths, quatis, toucans, and a variety of birds.
Along the way, we pause at a scenic lookout before arriving at the Emperor’s Bathtub—a pool once used by Dom Pedro II to cool off during forest visits.
Next, we stop at the Paineiras Visitors Centre, a former hotel with information about the park. Here, you can enjoy coffee and snacks before continuing the final 1 km walk to the statue.
At the top you’ll marvel at the iconic statue and breathtaking views of Rio. We then return to Cosme Velho on the Christ the Redeemer Train, ending the journey with unforgettable memories.
Your adventure starts with a climb up a stone staircase, keeping an eye out for wildlife. With luck, we may spot monkeys, sloths, quatis, toucans, and a variety of birds.
Along the way, we pause at a scenic lookout before arriving at the Emperor’s Bathtub—a pool once used by Dom Pedro II to cool off during forest visits.
Next, we stop at the Paineiras Visitors Centre, a former hotel with information about the park. Here, you can enjoy coffee and snacks before continuing the final 1 km walk to the statue.
At the top you’ll marvel at the iconic statue and breathtaking views of Rio. We then return to Cosme Velho on the Christ the Redeemer Train, ending the journey with unforgettable memories.
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Christ the Redeemer Forest Hike Rio de Janeiro
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
- The entrance to the Christ the Redeemer monument is included in the price of your tour, along with the return train ride. You won't have any extra costs to see the statue.
- If you would like a snack or coffee at the Paineiras visitor's centre, bring along a credit card or some cash.
Meeting point
We'll normally wait for you with the door open, but if you arrive early you can ring the buzzer at number 33.
Return details
This is the main Christ the Redeemer train station, it's a 5 minute walk from the starting point, and an easy place to hail a taxi or call an Uber. There are also local bus stations nearby. There are restaurants and a cafe nearby too.
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You'll notice that people from Rio call themselves Cariocas, and here you'll learn the reason why the river was so important to the early residents of Rio de Janeiro. After a 20 minute walk through the leafy neighbourhood of Cosme Velho, we enter into the Tijuca Forest National Park alongside this historic river.
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Parque Nacional da TijucaAfter climbing up into the forest, crossing paths with the Carioca river along the way, we stop at a lookout with a view of the Guanabara Bay.
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If you're feeling the heat on the trail, you can cool down in royal style. This giant bathtub was built for the enjoyment of Emperor Dom Pedro II and his family. It's fed by the river, and while it is partially in ruins, it's still possible to take a splash.
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Centro De Visitantes PaineirasThis old hotel has been converted into a modern visitor's centre, with information about the national park and the Christ the Redeemer Statue. Here you can get a coffee, use the bathroom and grab a bite to eat.
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On the last 1km section of the trail we encounter the best views of the hike, before entering into the statue complex (your entrance fee is included in the price). You'll have time to see the panorama of the city at the feet of one of the modern wonders of the world.
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We take the train home through the forest after visiting Christ the Redeemer. The modern electric Swiss-made trains are a far cry from the orginal steam train that first visited the mountain in 1884, and is Brazil's longest running tourist attraction. The train will leave you in the tranquil neighbourhood of Cosme Velho, where you can call an Uber or Taxi, or have a bite to eat or coffee before heading home.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Christ the Redeemer Forest Hike Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro, Southeast Brazil, Brazil
$76.35
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!