Rio de Janeiro: Tijuca Forest & Botanical Garden Guided Tour
ID: GYG410082-744052
Category:
Country: Brazil
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Experience the lush forest in the center of Rio de Janeiro on this guided excursion to the Tijuca Forest and the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens. Hike along a simple trail to admire local wildlife.
Discover the natural wonders of Rio de Janeiro on a guided tour that visits Tijuca Forest, Rio’s botanical garden, Cascatinha Taunay, and the Chinese Viewpoint, including round-trip transportation from your hotel. Walk along a trail and immerse yourself in all the nature of Rio.
After pickup, your trip starts at the Chinese Viewpoint. At an altitude of 388 meters, admire panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro, filled with mountains, forests, and the sea. In the distance, you can also see Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain.
Later, go on an adventure through the Tijuca National Forest, one of the largest urban forests in the world. Be enchanted by the Cascatinha Taunay (waterfall) as you walk along a simple trail and learn more about the Atlantic Forest, its flora, and its fauna.
Admire breathtaking panoramic views en route back to your hotel. Your tour ends at the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden, with a visit to the sensory garden. Finish off your trip by learning more about local and international flora at the gardens.
Spot the redwood tree, from which the country received its name, and stroll among the bicentennial imperial palm trees as you walk to the orchidarium and the bromeliad greenhouse.
Highlights
- Spend time outdoors amongst fresh air, wildlife, and lush forest greenery
- Take in sweeping panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro at the Chinese Viewpoint
- Discover the variety of species, flora, and animals in nature in Rio de Janeiro
- Hike on a trail through the Tijuca National Park Forest and see local birds
- Travel alongside a tour guide specialized in Rio de Janeiro forest adventures
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Chinese Viewpoint and some points of the Tijuca Forest can sometimes be inaccessible by vehicles and temporarily out of the itinerary. There is no discount or refund policy for these cases. When access is allowed, the locations will immediately return to the itinerary
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
You are required to bring and wear a mask
All participants who are over 12 years and 3 months old must present proof of full vaccination
Please wait in the hotel lobby 15 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. The tour guide will say your name in the lobby.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
