The 5 Waterfall Hikes in Brazil That Earn Their Price

1.Rio: Tijuca Forest Small Group Hike to Caves and Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 536 reviews · 6 hours · from $69Our pick

Spend six hours exploring Tijuca Forest with guides such as Vini, Riccardo, Tito, and Renata. The 6.2-kilometer hike visits Taunay Waterfall, a 19th-century chapel, coffee farm ruins, a suspension bridge, Bat Cave, and Baronesa Cascade.

“Such a great day!! A beautiful hike with lots of stops and things to see. Guide was amazing, so informative and friendly. She 100% made this tour worth it. Only feedback would be that the transport was a bit cramped (especially for men who are a bit taller) but it’s not a deal breaker as the transfer is short.”

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2.Small Group Hike to Saco Bravo Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · from $81Top rated

Join guide Eugênia on a small-group hike from Paraty to Saco Bravo Waterfall in the Juatinga Reserve. You’ll take a boat to Ponta Negra, walk about 8.4 km through Atlantic Forest, and reach a natural pool beside the sea. The outing lasts about eight hours and requires good fitness.

“This is a really authentic and stunning hike through the Mata Atlantica. Our guide Eugenia was knowledgeable and friendly.”

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3.Garganta do Céu and Waterfall hike in Pedra da Gávea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $58

Join an accredited guide for a roughly four-hour Pedra da Gávea hike, including the two-hour climb to Garganta do Céu, views of Christ the Redeemer and Rio’s southern beaches, plus a refreshing stop at Sorimã Waterfall. Guides may include Ron Beulah, Vagner, or Ricardo.

“This was a very challenging hike for me. Took me 2hrs going up. Rugged terrain with lots of rocks. Ron Beulah is an excellent guide and truly helped to make sure that I got up and down without incident. There were 3 tourists & 1 guide. If you have any major health issues or are out of shape do not do this hike! You need at least 2 liters of water and snacks. It was very rewarding and satisfying to see the monkeys and tropical forests. I’d do it again since I’m aware of the level of difficulty.”

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4.Tijuca Forest Hike – Waterfalls & Caves, Nature & Wild Life!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69

Spend about 4.5 hours hiking 5.5 miles through Tijuca National Park. Visit Taunay and several smaller waterfalls, Capela Mayrink, historic Floresta restaurant, and three safe caves. Guides such as Alli, Lucas, Sergio, and Juliana add nature knowledge, history, and helpful photography.

“We had a great time hiking through the forest with our guide alli. She was great and pointed out all of the animals and plants to see along the way. The hike was super informative about the history of tijuca park, the animals that live there and the insects. My daughter was super excited for this hike and alli delivered. Alli was also great at helping us to get great pictures for socials. Thanks very much for an amazing hike.”

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5.Tijuca Forest´s hike: caves, waterfalls and great views

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 4 hours · from $40Best value

Meet Lucas or another bilingual guide at Praça Afonso Viseu for a four-hour walk through Tijuca Forest. See Taunay Waterfall, caves, ruins, Cachoeira das Almas, forest streams, and historic sites. The pace is adjusted to the group, with time to swim and rest.

“The hike was excellent and Lucas took such a great care of us! Highly recommend Lucas for a day trip to the forest!”

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