Rio: Pedra do Telégrafo Hike & Wild Beaches
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Escape the city crowds and capture Brazil’s most famous optical-illusion photo on this guided hike to Pedra do Telégrafo. - Pedra do Telégrafo’s viral cliff-hanging rock provides the ultimate frame-perfect photo op with the help of your expert guide. - Moderate-level hiking trails take you safely through the wild, scenic jungles of Pedra Branca State Park. - Rugged, secluded beaches offer the perfect relaxing cooldown after your descent from the mountain. - Round-trip hotel transportation ensures a seamless, air-conditioned journey directly from your location in Rio. - Small groups are strictly capped at a maximum of 12 travelers to guarantee personalized pacing and attention. A perfect balance of viral photography, active nature, and beach relaxation—secure your hike today!
Inclusions
What's included
- Certified bilingual guide — English, Spanish & Portuguese spoken
- Complimentary Admission to Pedra Branca State Park
- Roundtrip Transfer in Comfort: Air-Conditioned Vehicle Included
What's not
- Food, Beverages, and Additional Expenses
- Tips (optional)
- Rain jackets, ponchos
- Bug spray
Itinerary
During this journey, we will first visit the summit of Guaratiba Hill and the renowned hanging anvil-shaped stone (Pedra do Telégrafo), where we can take some photos that will freak out your friends and family (we promise, it's totally safe). It takes around 40 to 60 minutes on a moderate trail to reach this viewpoint (350 meters / 1150 feet high), which provides us with a sight of the mountainous coastline of the city and the vast surrounding ocean. The total trail length is 3,6 kilometers roundtrip (2.2 miles), and the elevation gain is 300 meters (985 feet), 1 hour approx. (one way). After that, we will hike back for around 1-hour trough the trail we came in to get back to the car. Then, we will stop respectively at Prainha Beach and/or Grumari Beach, where we will have around 45 min. to relax at each spot. If the weather forecast is unfavorable, we will offer an alternative itinerary after the hike. After that, we drive through Rio's coast until the drop-off point.
After the hike, we'll have a quick 10 minutes drive to Grumari Beach, where you will have the opportunity to refresh yourself (optional).
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 12 travellers
- Operated by
- Itaway Ecotours
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Bring a a bagpack, light clothes, windbreaker / rainjacket, 1L of water, snacks, sunglasses, bug repellent, sunblock, plastic bag for garbage, a swimsuit and a towell, extra money and your camera!
- No sandals; sport or hiking shoes only
- Itaway Ecotours shall not be responsible for any kind of loss, accident, incident, sickness, or injury. It is advisable that the traveler should avail of travel insurance as there can be chances of potential risks and hazards. Also, by booking this tour the traveler declares that him/her and/or his/her group is/are mentally and physically able to participate. No refund is applicable after starting the tour.
- Booking Tips: If possible, try booking on a weekday (Mon to Fri)
How it compares in Rio de Janeiro
- Its from-price is 32% below the median of the 1667 experiences we list in Rio de Janeiro.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 142 of 1667.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro sweeps between mountains and ocean, a city of famous beaches, granite peaks, samba rhythms and a carnival known around the world.
Christ the Redeemer stands with open arms atop Corcovado, looking down on the city, and cable cars climb Sugarloaf Mountain for views across Guanabara Bay. Below, the beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema are the stage for daily life, with volleyball, kiosks and the wave-patterned promenade, while Leblon and Arpoador extend the strip.
Top-ranked sights in Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer Statue (Cristo Redentor), Sugarloaf Mountain (Pao de Açúcar), Selarón Steps (Escadaria Selarón).
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