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Swim Under Tijuca Waterfalls — Hike, Caves, Wildlife & Rio Views
Rio de Janeiro, Southeast Brazil, Brazil
$260.45
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Overview
Rio’s Tijuca Rainforest offers guided jungle hikes featuring waterfalls, caves, and opportunities to see wild animals. This adventure is ideal for nature lovers seeking an eco-friendly experience in Brazil's tropical forest.
- 🌳 Morning pickup occurs between 7:00–7:30 AM year-round; afternoon pickup at 1:00 PM (May–Oct) or 1:30 PM (Nov–Mar), with variations by location, starting in Copacabana.
- 🐒 Keep an eye out for wildlife such as cuatis, monkeys, toucans, turtles, frogs, and sloths while exploring the park.
- 🏞️ Trails vary from easy to moderate difficulty, requiring basic physical conditioning due to some elevation needed to access caves and waterfalls.
- 💧 All waterfalls feature crystal-clear natural water sourced from the park's pristine basins.
- 🚶 Participants should be able to hike short sections with some elevation.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Private Tour
Tailor-Made Tour: Your own private guide and vehicle, your own pace — for those who want a fully tailor-made rainforest experience.
Door-to-Door Service: Pick-up is available from any address within the city of Rio.
Comfort-Paced Tour: Ideal for families with young children (min. age 5) and older travelers (max. age 75).
Pickup included
Tailor-Made Tour: Your own private guide and vehicle, your own pace — for those who want a fully tailor-made rainforest experience.
Door-to-Door Service: Pick-up is available from any address within the city of Rio.
Comfort-Paced Tour: Ideal for families with young children (min. age 5) and older travelers (max. age 75).
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 5 hours
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Group discounts from 3 travelers — save up to 40% with larger groups
- Entry to Tijuca National Park
- Access to the Chinese Viewpoint — Rio's most iconic panoramic view (closed on weekends and holidays)
- Waterfall dip & cave exploration inside Tijuca Forest (may vary by season)
- Free guide-taken photos of your trip (just ask)
- Expert bilingual guide (English & Spanish) with live commentary on Rio's wildlife, history & views
- Round-trip Rio ↔ Tijuca NP transport from 30 convenient locations in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Cash gratuities for tour guide (optional, suggested)
- Food and drinks
Meeting point
Guests picked up at Zona Sul Market are dropped off at Leblon Shopping from Monday to Friday to ensure the full itinerary. On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, drop-off is at the original pickup location.
Morning tours: Pickup is usually at 7:40 AM. Afternoon tours: Pickup is usually at 1:45 PM.
Return details
If you selected the Meeting Point option, drop-off is at Leblon Shopping from Monday to Friday to ensure the full itinerary. On Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays, drop-off is at the original meeting point.
Estimated drop-off: 12:10 PM (morning tours) and 6:00 PM (afternoon tours).
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Mirante das canoasOur initial destination is Mirante das Canoas, a stunning viewpoint offering vistas of the Pedra da Gavea and Pedra Bonita mountains, as well as the Sao Conrado neighborhood. Following a brief stop, we'll proceed directly to Tijuca Park, just 15 minutes away.
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Cascatinha Taunay*Please note that the itinerary and times may change depending on the park's restrictions, the chosen tour option, weather conditions, and other factors. Witness the awe-inspiring Taunay Waterfall, the tallest in Rio, which cascades down from great heights and provides a serene atmosphere in the heart of the rainforest.
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Cachoeira das AlmasOur next stop is Cachoeira das Almas — a 30 to 40-minute hike through the heart of Tijuca's rainforest. As you walk deeper into the jungle, the canopy closes above you, filtering sunlight into golden shafts across the forest floor. Listen for toucans overhead, watch for sloths in the trees, and keep an eye out for capuchin monkeys darting through the branches. The terrain is gentle, winding through ancient Atlantic rainforest where the air is thick with humidity and birdsong — and the distant sound of rushing water grows louder with every step. Then the waterfall reveals itself: crystal-clear mountain waterfall, surrounded by lush vegetation and absolute tranquility. Step in and let the rainforest do the rest. Depending on the season, we may visit Cachoeira Diamantina instead — equally stunning, equally unforgettable.
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This is one of the first grottos on the caves circuit within Tijuca National Park.
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Explore the mysterious beauty of the Bat Cave, a 100-meter-long cave in Tijuca Park. Discover this enchanting world and marvel at the spectacular rock formations while learning about the cave's fascinating history.
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Cool off in the refreshing waters of Baronesa Waterfall, immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the rainforest, and take a break from the heat in this picturesque and tranquil setting.
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Vista ChinesaVista Chinesa is a popular lookout point located in the Tijuca Forest in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It offers stunning panoramic views of the city and surrounding landscape, including the famous Christ the Redeemer statue. It's the perfect way to cap off your tour and experience the beauty of Rio from above! **Unavailable on weekends and holidays.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Swim Under Tijuca Waterfalls — Hike, Caves, Wildlife & Rio Views
Rio de Janeiro, Southeast Brazil, Brazil
$260.45
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!