Eco Wonders of Rio

Eco Wonders of Rio

Already seen the icons? Choose Eco Wonders of Rio: off-the-beaten-path parks, rainforest, secluded beaches, lagoons, mangroves, epic viewpoints and possibly some wildlife, – no hiking, just one beautiful nature day.

As an option for a second day in Rio, for those who already visited the main attractions, the Eco Wonders of Rio  is a great option. 

Combining all the main ‘green’ and nature areas of the city, visiting National Parks and protected areas that are off-the-beaten-track and not featured in the regular tours. 

You’ll see different ecosystems like rainforest, waterfalls, secluded beaches, lagoons, ‘restingas’ and mangrove with caimans, capybaras and also summits and belvedres with magnificent views from the mountains of Rio. 

For those who love nature but are not willing to hike and trek, this is the perfect tour. Within 1 day, our team will take you to visit Rio, South, North, and West, picking the best nature spots.

1) Penhasco Dois Irmãos Park, with a great view to Ipanema and Leblon beach

2) Chinese View summit (Tijuca Forest National Park)

3) Taunay Waterfall (Tijuca Forest National Park)

4) Canoas Summit (Tijuca Forest National Park)

BREAK FOR LUNCH/SNACKS IN A RESTAURANT] (not included)

5) Marapendi Park, where is possible to see caimans and capybaras at Marapendi Lagoon.

6) Prainha Beach (protected area), a secluded beach area, surfer’s preferred spot, surrounded by green mountains and rainforest, where participants are invited to take a walk on the beach and drink a coconut water

7) Mirante do Roncador, the summit with the best view to the ‘Sleeping Giant’, the Rio’s mountain range and interesting local legend

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INCLUDES: transport from designated hotels (South Zone), Tour Guide (English/Portuguese), insurance

NOT INCLUDED: food/drinks, transport out of the desiganted areas and meeting points

Duration: full/day, approx 8h.

Pickups start from 08:00am (according to your location)

Transport is included from designated hotels/meeting points in the areas of Copacabana, Ipanema, Leme, Leblon, Santa Teresa, Glória, Catete, Flamengo e Botafogo.

From Tue to Friday

Age: recommended 6+

Collective or Private options

Maximum size of the group: 6 participants

Cancellation policy: until 24h before the tour stars, full refund. Less than 24h or no show, no refund

We recommend not taking the tour on days you have already important appointments (flights, other tours, etc), as delay may occur.