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  • Jonahcardiff
    Cardiff, UK135 contributions
    Amazing experince
    Great experience, ticket system easy to use, get there early to beat the crowds, amazing views of Rio. New zip wire adventure currently being installed, that will be amazing
    Review of: Sugarloaf Mountain
    Written November 18, 2022
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  • LP d
    Guatemala City, Guatemala10 contributions
    Pedra da Gavea tour
    The Pedra da Gávea tour is "must do" activity in Rio. I scheduled this tour with Rio Adventures. My tour guide was Jessy, she is a very nice and kind person. One need to have a very good physical condition to do this tour (depends). I this this tour in July, when it is winter in Rio, the weather conditions were favorable, the hiking might be a bit difficult and the part of rock climbing might be challenging for those who can't even walk for one hour without stop. However, in my opinion, if one has experience hiking peaks and mountains, and likes to do rappel, this tour is a piece of cake. The view at the top really, really worth it!!! It is amazing!!! After the tour Jessy, the other travelers and I went to Oswaldo's Bar (Bar do Oswaldo) to get relaxed, get some food and drinks. We had a great time.
    Review of: Pedra da Gávea
    Written August 4, 2022
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  • Walter S
    Rio de Janeiro, RJ93 contributions
    Worth the effort
    Nice hike, with a great view as a reward at the end. Look for the monkeys on your way up. Level : moderate
    Review of: Pedra Bonita
    Written May 28, 2021
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  • lancelotd669
    Leuven, Belgium990 contributions
    DIY hike
    We took an Uber right until the Pico da Tijuca hike started. The hike has clear direction signs you can't miss, so you don't really need to pay a guide. The views on top are impressive!
    Review of: Tijuca Peak
    Written August 9, 2017
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  • Evan Braz
    Boca Raton, FL570 contributions
    Green Oasis Tropical Forest in the Middle of Rio
    Reachable by car or local bus, this well kept gem of a tropical forest acts as the lungs of Rio. Go through Tijuca up to the Alto da Boa Vista, where a cute round square leads to the forest, which includes waterfalls, small dams, and lots of trees, flowers and small animals. It's quite remote, so drive and walk during the day, and preferable in a tour group for safety reasons.
    Review of: Floresta da Tijuca
    Written October 9, 2019
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  • RoamerWanderer89
    New Delhi, India632 contributions
    Very nice!
    I got a nice view of the the city Rio from this park . A must visit if you like parks and enjoy times here.
    Review of: Mirante do Sacopa
    Written July 14, 2018
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