Rio: Half-Day Jeep Tour at Floresta da Tijuca
ID: GYG178988-272609
Category:
Country: Brazil
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Experience Rio's rainforest is in an open-air Jeep, completely immersed in nature with 360-degree views. Driving top-down lets you see the monkeys jump from tree to tree, hear the birds flirt, and soak in all the amazing views of the city.
Explore Tijuca National Forest in meticulously restored ex-military open-air off-road vehicles. After hotel pick-up, cut to the Lagoa with the striking view of the Christ statue and head to the rainforest. Stop at the famous Vista Chinesa to discover the history of this unique monument as you'll soak in the views of the Christ Statue in the distance.
Move on to the Cascatinha Visconde de Taunay waterfall, and take a quick dip in the crystal clear refreshing water. Continue to a charming chapel constructed in 1855, and start the first of 2 trails. See coatis, toucans, and monkeys!
Take a restroom stop and start the second trail of the tour, passing through the Atlantic forest with the sounds of waterfalls following your footsteps. Hop back into your top-down Jeep and head to the famous São Conrado Beach to watch the hand-gliders, before your scenic drive back to your hotel.
Highlights
- Learn about all the unique species that call this forest home
- See the incredible variety of lush trees, fruits, and flowers
- Hear the birds sing across the valley, the insects buzz, and the monkeys howl
- Take an easy walk through the abundant green trails
- Dip into the crystal clear waters of the waterfall
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Bring a hat and sunglasses for sun protection, use repellent, and wear layers, as the forest is high in altitude and can be chilly
• The tour does not include food and drinks
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must bring your own headphones
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Pickup included from hotels located at South Zone area (Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon), Rio Downtown, and Santa Teresa
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.
