Tijuca Forest (price per person – minimum of 2 people)
R$400,00
3 hours tour – customize your tour to fit a minimum of 5 hours
Get to see the contrast between the ” Stone jungle and a Tropical rain forest in the middle of a big city”.
This tour offers a magnificent view from the Vista Chinesa (Chinese View) towards Leblon & Ipanema beaches, the Lagoon Rodrigo de Freitas, Sugar Loaf and Christ Staue. Since we are driving towards the forest there is a chance to spot monkeys ( capuchin & marmoset), sloths, birds and butterflies. We will stop at Mesa do Imperador ( Emperor’s table), Cascatinha (Taunay ) Water Falls and the Mayrink Chapel.
Trekking of approximately 40 mins through an easy trail where the botanical aspect is developed.
Optional Tours
Christ Redeemer (price per person – minimum of 2 people)
Private guided tour visiting Christ Statue by car + Tijuca Forest (4 hours). Price BRL 400,00 per person. Minimum of 2 people is required. Entrance ticket is not included.
Highlights of Rio – Tour 1
Private guided tour visiting Christ Statue by train + Sugar Loaf ( 5 hours ) Price = BRL 500,00 per person. Minimum of 2 people is required. Entrance tickets are not included.
Rio de Janeiro by Bike (price per person- minimum of 2 people)
Explore Rio de Janeiro by bicycle and enjoy the sunshine along the beaches of Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon. There are seaside pavements making it perfect to explore some of its most beautiful sights including the Lagoon Rodrigo de Freitas. At anytime we will be able to stop at the quiosques along the beaches or at the Lagoon to enjoy a refreshing coconut water.
Sugar Loaf + Santa Teresa (price per person – minimum of 2 people)
Private guided tour visiting Sugar Loaf + Santa Teresa (4 hours). Price = BRL 400,00 per person. Minimum of 2 people is required. Entrance ticket is not included.
The height and unmistakable outline of Sugar Loaf is considered one of the main attractions offering breathtaking views of Rio.
Golden Lion Tamarin Conservation Project
8 hours tour – under request. The Golden Lion Tamarin is endemic to the Atlantic Forest of the coastal lowlands of the state of Rio de Janeiro and it occurs at the São João river basin, in the municipalities of Casemiro de Abreu, Silva Jardim, Rio Bonito, Cachoeiras de Macacu, Cabo Frio and Macaé.
Santa Teresa (price per person)
3 hours
The neighbourhood of Santa Teresa was born in the area of a convent on “Morro do Desterro” (Exile Hill) during the 18th century. The district occupies a hill in the heart of the city, keeping aspects of the Rio Antigo (Old Rio) which delights writers and artists for its charm and its architectural and cultural riches. Through its narrow streets circulate the old cable-cars (the only ones still running in Brazil), which are considered historical heritage. The tour starts at Cosme Velho, through the Castelinho (Little Castle – Castelo do Valentim) – building known by this name, because the commander Antonio Valentim lived there in the late XIX century. Visit to Parque das Ruinas (Ruins Park), where the visitor has a privileged view of Rio de Janeiro. Then continue to the Museu Chácara do Céu (Farm of Heaven Museum) – which has a very interesting collection of Brazilian and European art highlighting Portinari, Di Cavalcanti, Matisse e Si Modigliani. Then a tour to Largo do Guimarães, considered the neighbourhood’s heart, where there are several bars and restaurants.
Historical Walking Tour- down town (price per person – minimum of 2 people)
3 hours tour – customize your tour to fit a minimum of 5 hours
Visiting downtown you will have the opportunity to see the influence from the Portuguese and French architecture among these: Colombo Bakery, Banco do Brasil, Cultural Center and Casa Franca-Brasil (France-Brasil foundation).
Paraty ( Price per person)
12 hours (under request)
Paraty is a longer journey but rewards you with stunning coastal views as you drive the south bound coast of Rio de Janeiro state for about 200 km / 125ml.