SugarLoaf Adventure Hike

Sugar loaf hike is an exciting way to reach the summit and enjoy the views while combining hiking and rock climbing! Sugar Loaf Natural Monument, one of Rio’s most famous icons, consists of two hills. The higher one is the Sugar Loaf (396m / 1030ft), and the lower is Urca Hill (220m / 722ft). The Costão Trail, which takes us to the top of Sugar Loaf, requires a quick climb (15m / 49ft), considered easy by the experienced and indicated for beginners. All safety equipment are included! The view of Copacabana Beach, Urca district, Guanabara Bay, Cristo Redentor and surroundings, is priceless. * Tour details: Starting time: 07am (everyday) / 01pm (weekdays) Tour duration: 4hs (approx) Hike level: advanced (level 4 of 5) Rock climbing section: 3º BR / 5.5 US / 3+ FR Trail length: 4km / 2,5miles (total) Elevation gain: 400m / 1312ft Trail duration: 2:30 hours climb / cable car + 30 minutes trail descent

Verzamelpunt

General Tibúrcio square - Urca district (close to SugarLoaf Cable Car Station). In front of the monument in the middle of the square. Meeting point: By choosing this option, travelers will meet us at the meeting point.

Ophalen

Iedereen komt naar het startpunt; er is geen ophaalservice.

Tickettype

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Groepsgrootte

Tot 6 reizigers

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RioXtreme

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
• Wear light clothing and hiking shoes, bring a small backpack with water, snacks, mosquito repellent, sunscreen, cap or hat, sunglasses, cash for extras.
• Important: During the hike, there is a short rock climb, easy, quick, totally safe and indicated for beginners (no previous climbing experience is required).
• Hike length: 5 km / 3,1 miles (total)
• After 5pm, the descent from Morro da Urca to the beach is done by cable car (not included), due to the closing time of the trail.
• RioXtreme 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 are mentally and physically able to participate. No refund is applicable after starting the tour.