Tijuca Rain Forest Tour by Jeep from Rio de Janeiro Private Tour
ID: GYG6593-O-710672
Category:
Eco Tourism
, Nature and Landscapes
Country: Brazil
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Your visit to the Tijuca Rain Forest in an open top jeep will provide you a unique overview of the delicate balance of a tropical jungle located in the heart of a large, thriving urban area.
Venture into the Tijuca Rain Forest in an open jeep where you will discover a tropical forest in the middle of a large city. Drive past the "Cachoeira dos macacos" (monkey's waterfall) and learn about the history of the reforestation process and the importance of the "Mata Atlântica" (Atlantic Forrest) at "Vista Chinesa" (Chinese view).
Tijuca National Park is the largest city-surrounded urban forest and the second largest urban forest in the world.
Photo opportunities abound as you pass the "Mesa do Imperador" (Emperor's table), Cascatinha (Taunay's waterfall), and Capela Mayrink (Mayrink Chapel). Your tour continues with a 1-hour hike on an easy trail where you will learn more and have direct interaction with the flora and fauna of this unique ecosystem. This tour is highlighted by the variety of tropical fruits, trees, monkeys and the multitude of birds and butterflies that live in this unique forest.
Highlights
- Learn the history and importance of this unique ecosystem
- Ride in an open top jeep
- Discover the unique flora and animals
- One hour hike through the rain forest
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour must be booked at least 18 hours in advance. This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
* Please keep an eye on your e-mail inbox as you'll receive the exact time of your pick-up or alternative meeting point in case your hotel is outside the pick-up zone. Should you not receive any contact or book your tour for the next day, you may also call to check directly with our Customer service team.
* This tour requires a minimum of 2 passengers to run. In the unlikely event that the minimum is not reached on the day of your tour, you'll be contacted directly to choose other options such as changing dates, a different tour or a full refund.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
You are required to bring and wear a mask
All participants who are 12 years and older must present a Green Pass that is valid in the EU and has a verifiable QR code. Valid Green Passes can be obtained by uploading either proof of vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection within the last 6 months, a negative PCR test taken no more than 72 hours before the activity starts, or a negative antigen test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts to the Green Pass or Covid Certificate apps
All participants must also bring a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g. passport, driver's license, etc)
Please wait at your hotel lobby 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time.
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.
