Guided Jeep adventure through Tijuca Rain Forest

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Duration:4 hours (approx.)
Location: Rio de Janeiro, Southeast Brazil

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Hop in an open Jeep for a morning tour of the Tijuca Forest in Rio de Janeiro, also known as Tijuca National Park. This section of Brazil’s Mata Atlântica (Atlantic Forest) offers panoramic views from Vista Chinesa (Chinese View). Your 4-hour eco-tour includes an easy hike with a guide, giving you the chance to spot monkeys, birds and butterflies — even sloths! You'll be amazed by the remarkable contrast of a tropical rainforest right at the edge of a big city.

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1. Parque Nacional da Tijuca
After your guide picks you up from your hotel in Rio, hop in an open Jeep and buckle up for a fun ride! Drive to the edge of the cityscape and enter Tijuca Forest, located just 10 minutes from the city center. You’ll hear about the important reforestation program of Tijuca National Park and learn the importance of the Mata Atlântica ecosystem — part of the vast and protected Mata Biosphere Reserve, which covers 14 states in Brazil.
2. Cachoeira dos Primatas
See the waterfall during the hike
3. Vista Chinesa
Get a nice perspective from the Tijuca Rainforest. At Vista Chinesa (Chinese View), capture sweeping views of Ipanema and Copacabana beaches, Guanabara Bay and even as far as Niteroi. The lookout was built between 1902 and 1906. The oriental-style pagoda is a reference in honor of the Chinese who brought tea cultivation to Brazil in the early 19th century. Made of bamboo and cement, and situated 380 meters above sea level, it is an important tourist spot in the city.
4. Emperor's Table
Enjoy the beautiful view of the city, as did the Royal family several times. It was at this table that Dom Pedro I, when he wanted a meal in the middle of one of the most beautiful views, would leave his residence at Quinta da Boa Vista and, with his cart, would head towards Estrada da Vista China. At an altitude of 487 meters above sea level, the Emperor's Table is set against stunning views of the city, counteracting urbanization and nature. Stairs surrounding the parapet of the area lead the tourist to the edge of a concrete ramp, making the tourist feel in the midst of a splendid setting.
5. Capela Mayrink
Take a short stop at this historical chapel. The little pink chapel in the middle of the woods, 460 meters above sea level, resembles a house of children's history. It was erected in 1860 by the Portuguese banker Viscount de Souto inside his farm, in Tijuca Forest. The Chapel is one of the attractions of Tijuca National Park. Adorn the altar reproductions of panels with holy images of Cândido Portinari. The gardens, as well as the Carrara marble and tiled patio tub with frowning spout, were designed by landscape designer Roberto Burle Marx.

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Posted By : Marj
It was fine and we learned a lot about the history of Brazil and the forest. The hike were very short walks, probably 1/2 mile total. The jeep ride was fun and the boys were great. Sorry we didn't see and animals.
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Posted On : 2024-01-08 13:37:48

Posted By : Kendra_K
The ride was beautiful but our tour guide needed to be a little more knowledgeable about the activities!
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Posted On : 2024-01-02 06:06:38

Posted By : Michelle_J
We had the most amazing time on this tour. It was worth every penny. If you are looking to learn about the rainforest and are a lover of nature you’ll love this tour.

We had a private tour for our honeymoon and the tour guides made it extra special for us. Pick up was prompt, the jeep was spacious & safe. The hike was very manageable, fun, and exciting. I definitely recommend the tour.
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Posted On : 2023-12-29 13:56:27

Posted By : Ronna_S
Excellent tour...guide and driver were awesome.
Beautiful area...defitinley worth going on tour! Great experience and lots of fun.
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Posted On : 2023-12-27 13:02:53

Posted By : Abhinav_M
First we were asked to hike in 100 degrees..the guide first told her it’s 5 mins hike, once we got to the park, she said we can’t take the car we have to walk. 5 mins became 15 mins and we had 2 hours of hike. I am unsure where on the tour does it specify 2 hours hike in 100 degree weather.
She tried to make up for it but what happened now is that our entire trip got ruined we didn’t get to see any of the other spots around the national park
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Posted On : 2023-12-25 17:57:21

Posted By : Brianna_G
We recently completed this tour while in Rio. They arrived to our hotel with the Jeep, we had a tarp over the top keeping us cool. Most Jeeps didn’t have the tarp option. We headed straight to the Rainforest for various walking trails to view waterfall and nature spotting. We only saw 2 monkeys, a butterfly, and heard the toucans. After, we were dropped back off to the hotel. There were a couple of bathroom options along route. Also, we had a small group, it was 5 of us, which made for an excellent experience. I recommend wearing long sleeves/pants, hat, bring sunscreen, and BUG SPRAY (we didn’t get bit because we dressed properly). Our driver Emmerson and our guide Emilia were FANTASTIC, friendly, knowledgeable, helpful, and caring. I recommend this dynamic duo for your tour.

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Posted On : 2023-12-22 14:17:00

Posted By : Andres_C
Tijuca Rain Forest is beautiful and we had great weather and the guides were nice. However from reading the description I expected more hiking and less time spent driving, stopping for picture taking or stopping to go in the water. Total time spent in a hiking trail was less then 40 minutes. For the price paid we really did not get what we paid for.
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Posted On : 2023-12-17 06:25:24

Posted By : Claudia_C
The tour description stated that we were going to be in the national park walking for 2 hours we actually stayed for one hour and 10 minutes. that included 10 minutes stoped at a waterfall . The tour guide seem in a hurry.
Not worth the $$.
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Posted On : 2023-12-11 22:04:06

Posted By : LuisAlexandre_R
We went to the tour with babies 1 year old and 2 year old, the driver and guide were really helpful.
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Posted On : 2023-12-06 16:41:56

Posted By : Ccile_D
This tour was just okay, just a way to be able to see a bit of the forest when travelling solo as it's not recommended exploring it on your own.
The guide was friendly but barely had any information to give, if you want to learn do your own research or take the time to read the touristic signs.
The tour only involved a 10 minutes walk but other than that you're just riding in the jeep. When the weather is nice it must be great, but it was raining on the day I went, and the opaque tarp meant we didn't really see as much of the scenery. It more or less protected us from the rain except for the people who were placed under cracks in the tarp who got fully drenched.
This tour needs some improvements in my opinion, maybe an actually waterproof roof that is see-through, and a guide with more knowledge to share. Depending on how much you're paying for it, this tour might or might not be worth it.
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Posted On : 2023-12-04 11:09:58