Excursion Hiking pedra bonita tour at Rio de Janeiro

Embrace the scenic natural splendour of Rio de Janeiro from a unique perspective during this exhilarating, half-day hiking excursion to the summit of Beautiful Rock.

Rio de Janeiro, Pedra Bonita (Beautiful Rock) Mountain, Guided Hike, Summit, Panoramic Views

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately one-hour drive to Pedra Bonita (Beautiful Rock), renowned as the hang-gliding and paragliding headquarter of Rio. Whilst the hang-gliding departure ramp is located in the higher section of this mountain, your guided, approximately one-hour hiking trek at Beautiful Rock takes you even higher than that. Upon arrival at Pedra Bonita Mountain, receive your safety and hiking instructions. Afterward, begin your guided, approximately one-hour hike to the panoramic, approximately 2,152-foot-high (about 695-metre-high) summit, with breath-taking vistas and photo opportunities throughout.

Pedra da Gavea & Two Brothers Mountains, Atlantic Ocean, Favela da Rocinha, Barra da Tijuca

The magnificent summit of Beautiful Rock Mountain faces the massive Pedra da Gavea Mountain and endless Atlantic Ocean. Looking east, see the Favela da Rocinha and Two Brothers Mountain, which, ironically, look relatively small from your towering vantage-point. Looking west, view the Barra da Tijuca. One of the older areas of the city, Barra da Tijuca began to flourish in the 1970s, and now represents one of the most active and contemporary parts of the city. Following your visit to the summit of Beautiful Rock Mountain, commence the approximately one-hour hike back down to the starting point of your summit trek. Upon arrival, re-board your coach and commence the approximately one-hour drive back to the pier.  

Note

Please note: The hike covers approximately 2 miles (3.2 km) with a 200-meter (656-foot) elevation gain, reaching a highest point of 2,280 feet (695 meters), at times over uneven, rocky, and natural surfaces and inclines. This tour is recommended for active guests in good physical condition. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guest with neck and/or back problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests with a fear of heights, guests with vertigo, guests prone to motion sickness, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, sturdy, and closed-toe walking or hiking shoes, and bring sun protection, insect repellent, bottled water, and local currency or credit cards for purchases. A signed waiver is required to participate on this tour. This tour operates during mornings only. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.