 Favela Tour
Favela Tour reveals the way of life of around 20% of Rio population. It changes the general idea that favelas are simply no-go areas dominated by criminals only, and opens a new perspective over Rio society. It is a tour to understand the city, its contrasts and paradoxes.
The tour takes the visitor to the community of Vila Canoas, with around 2.500 people, and Rocinha, the largest favela in Brazil, having around 60.000 dwellers.
In Vila Canoas, we make a walking trip through its narrow alleyways and get a good idea of its local initiatives that are also part of many Rio favelas. Once in Rocinha, the contrasts are more evident as much as we go higher and deeper inside. Its huge dimensions, wide variety of commerce and breathtaking view from the top is certainly impressive for any visitor.
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Hang Gliding
Fly over the Rain forest and São Conrado beach and enjoy the beautiful view of the world largest urban forest among many other beautiful spots that Rio offers.
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Cagarras Islands
Go sightseeing towards the islands that make up the Cagarras Archipelago to enjoy all the beauty it has to offer. The most complete views of Rio’s natural wonders combined with safety, liberty, joy, adventure and enchantment.
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Helicopter Tour
The tour flies around Christ the Redeemer, Lagoa, Ipanema and Copacabana Beaches, Vermelha Beach with views of Sugarloaf. Duration of flight: about 9 minutes. Minimun of 2 passengers. Does not include transfers from Hotel to Helipoint.
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Hiking at Sugarloaf
We start strolling along a beautiful shoreline pedestrian path, then hike up a trail with wonderful views of Rio's bay and finally face a short but challenging rock-climb. On the way down we take the cable car.
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Hiking at Pedra da Gávea
This is an impressing granite mountain on Rio’s shoreline, easily recognizable for its huge flat top. It is certainly the city's most beautiful hike, but it is only recommended for the reasonably fit and experienced hiker. During 2/3 of the trail, we are inside the Atlantic Rain Forest. On the last part the vegetation is lower and the views are breathtaking a blend of forested slopes, ocean and city. After a short rock-climb we reach the summit, which is Rio’s most spectacular viewpoint. On the way back we stop for a refreshing dip at Barra da Tijuca Beach.
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Hiking at Serra dos Orgãos
The road from Rio to the Park offers wonderful views. This full-day tour visiting the Park Headquarters, with light hiking and swimming in unspoiled rivers. From the summit we enjoy the view of the other 15 peaks in the same mountain range, including the famous Dedo de Deus (God's Finger).
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Ilha Grande
The "Big Island" is not to be missed, comprising 193 sq.kms. of mountainous jungle, historic ruins and over 100 beaches of transparent green water, linked by well kept trails. Ilha Grande is now a state park where cars are not allowed, which makes the island a paradise for hiking.
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Scuba Diving
The best spot for diving in the state of Rio is Arraial do Cabo, famous for its beautiful beaches, transparent green waters and large variety of ocean wild life. The city is located 2 hours east of Rio. All equipment and hotel pick-up/drop-off are included. No previous experience is required and divers will have full support of a personal instructor.
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River Rafting
We offer rafting Macaé river, that has a beautiful environment. Once we get to the Rafting Base, we change clothes, receive instructions and the safety equipment to start the rafting which takes around two hours. After the rafting we are driven back to the Base and from there return to Rio, stopping for lunch on the way back.
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Horseback Riding
This is a wonderful experience of horseback riding in Atlantic Rainforest trails located in the Serra dos Orgaos mountain range. The ride takes approximately 2 hours and crosses a beautiful valley where there are old farms, rivers and waterfalls. On our way we will enjoy great views and also see the local wild life. Horses, equipment, guide and hotel pick-up / drop-off are included.
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