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Barra da Tijuca (Barra) is one of Rio de Janeiro’s newest neighborhoods. It earned its nickname as the Brazilian Miami for its gorgeous sandy beaches and palm-fringed boulevards, which are flanked by mega malls and glass-fronted skyscrapers.
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Telegraph Stone by Jeep Adventure
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The dramatic rock viewpoint of Pedra do Telegrado is one of the most popular photo spots in Rio de Janeiro. With this tour, explore the West Zone of Rio en route to the viewpoint, stopping at four different beaches. Hike up to the Pedra do Telegrado and enjoy plenty of time to pose for photos on the unique overhanging rock.
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$38.28
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$38.28

Jeep tour 18 beaches, Telegraph Stone hiking & amazing sunset + photographer
125
Explore Rio de Janeiro on this full-day tour led by a professional photographer as your guide. Travel to many of the city's beaches, including Praia da Macumba, Praia da Reserva and Praia do Abricó. Enjoy lunch (not included) overlooking the waters of Marambaia. Also, hike to Pedra do Telégrafo, known for producing gravity-defying photos for travelers.
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$66.55
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$66.55

Full-Day Custom Private Tour of Rio
98
Explore Rio de Janeiro on this all-day customizable private tour with a guide. Whether you want to see the city’s popular attractions or places off the beaten path, your guide will be able to recommend the best spots, as well as ways to beat the crowds. The itinerary is based on your interests and is completely flexible. The tour includes pickup and drop-off from your Rio accommodations or from the cruise port or airport.
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$155.00
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$155.00
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Helicopter tour in Rio de Janeiro
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Rio de Janeiro is already beautiful seeing from below, now imagine seeing from above, it becomes an unforgettable trip. We will fly over sights of the Marvelous City and we will know places and points from a different angle.
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$248.12
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$248.12

Pedra do Telégrafo Hiking and Wild Beaches Tour
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Pedra do Telégrafo is located in the west side of Rio de Janeiro. The rock has a nice view of the beautiful city, in on one side we see wild beaches and the Tijuca National Park. On the other side, we have a wonderful view of the Marambaia, a huge beach with big swamp area.
The hiking takes approximately 1 hour to climb(one way), its summit is 354 meters above sea level. Returning from Pedra do Telégrafo to the city we will stop for a bath and relaxing at Grumari(one of the most beautiful beaches in Rio) and after we will drive trough all the beaches along the coast of Rio with many opportunities to take photos.
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$75.01
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From
$75.01
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Panoramic Helicopter Flight in the best tourist spots in Rio.
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Discover all of Rio de Janeiro's most iconic attractions in one tour. Take off from Jacarepaguá Airport for an unforgettable helicopter ride and enjoy up to 30 minutes in the air. Soar over Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, fly past the neighborhoods of São Conrado and Leblon, and admire views of Sugar Loaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer, and Corcovado.
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$289.86
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$289.86
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The Best of Rio de Janeiro in a Private Guided Tour
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Take your Rio de Janeiro sightseeing experience into your own hands on this customizable, private tour of the Marvelous City. Alongside a ‘carioca’ (Rio de Janeiro resident) and personal driver, tick off top Rio attractions chosen by you. Personalize your itinerary according to your interests and only visit the sites you wish to see: your guide tailors the tour according to preferred themes, such as food, history, or sport, and offers undivided attention throughout. Pickup and drop-off from your Rio de Janeiro hotel are included.
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$165.50
per group
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$165.50
per group

Pedra da Gávea - hiking private tour with safety equipment
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This is a private tour, our guide will go all the way respecting your pace, so you don't have to work hard to keep up with other people or wait for stragglers, avoiding this common situation when hiking mixed-group trails with different rhythms.
we will give you all the support you need to reach the peak of
the largest seaside monolith in the world.
Our team uses safety equipment for the most difficult sections, and to descend the "Carrasqueira", a 30 meter high stretch, we have climbing equipment, ropes, carabiners, ribbons, brakes and helmets to ensure the maximum safety possible.
It is recommended to take:
Sneakers; Light clothing (and bath); 3lt Water; Repellent; Sunscreen; Snacks.
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$48.09
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$48.09
Price varies by group size

Private Transfer Rio de Janeiro x Ilha Grande - South Zone Exits and Barra
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We offer service to a highly qualified team committed to providing quality service and responsibility. We will be in contact with the customer at all times to keep it up to date and will be responsible for boarding the boat.
Land travel is by car, van or minibus (private) and sea travel is by flexboat (shared with others).
Land: River x Conception of Jacareí. It is usually done with cars / vans or minibuses, a journey of about 3 hours, with a 15-minute stop for snacks and / or a trip to the bathroom.
Maritime Route: Conception of Jacareí x Vila do Abraão. Made with flexboat, a fast boat, lasting 15/20 min.
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$165.70
per group
From
$165.70
per group

Private Helicopter Tour over Rio de Janeiro - 03 people - 30 min
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This tour is perfect for travelers who wish to see our beautiful landscape, mountains, beaches and architecture from a privileged angle. We have the best rates on Viator and Tripadvisor. Our 30 minutes panoramic flights will take you to the most important sites and tourist attractions , such as: Barra beach, São Conrado beach, Leblon beach, Copacabana beach, Ipanema Beach, Maracanã Stadium, Sugar Loaf ,Christ the Redeemer and the Tijuca Forest National Park. Our helicopters follow all the international safety standards. We have highly qualified mechanics and pilots, with international qualification. Do not miss the chance to fly over Rio with a reliable company that offers the most competitive rates on the market.
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$590.00
per group
From
$590.00
per group

Christ, Botanic Garden & Waterfall Shower. 6 Hours Tour.
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Discover the best of Rio de Janeiro on this half-day private tour around the city’s main highlights. Visit the iconic Christ the Redeemer Statue on top of the famous Corcovado Mountain, the colorful Botanical Garden home to over 7,000 species of tropical plants, and Tijuca National Park for a dip in the pristine waters of a local waterfall, as you admire the beautiful nature of the city throughout the day.
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$135.00
Price varies by group size
From
$135.00
Price varies by group size

Private Hiking Tour to Wild Beaches - by OIR Aventura
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A place seldom frequented by tourists because it is farther away, and you will know five wild beaches where you can only arrive by footpath located inside a state park of the white stone.
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$80.00
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From
$80.00
Price varies by group size

Helicopter Tour - Samba - (Private Flight - 4 people)
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"Wonderful city, full of thousand charms ....
Rio de Janeiro is a compulsory itinerary for visitors looking for breathtaking landscapes and that typical Carioca sympathy.
One of the most charming postcards in Brazil, can be appreciated in a unique and unforgettable way through a beautiful panoramic flight.
Live Rio de Janeiro from another angle and enjoy the moment to take panoramic photos of beaches, mountains and forests.
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$1,377.00
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$1,377.00

Christ, St. Teresa, Selaron & Farmers Market. 6 Hours Tour.
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Explore the best of Rio de Janeiro on this 6-hour tour. Visit the famous Christ the Redeemer and the Selaron Stairs as well as a few farmer’s markets to learn about the fresh produce that is native to Brazil. Stop at the Botanic Garden and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere in this otherwise bustling city. Keep an eye out for wildlife such as toucans, marmosets, and other small animals.
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$135.00
Price varies by group size
From
$135.00
Price varies by group size

Trilha do Telégrafo by Carioca Experience
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Com uma vista incrível e de natureza exuberante, a pedra do telégrafo
impressiona quem não a conhece! O local conta com o visual que
potencializa toda a beleza dessa região, uma reserva florestal com grandes
áreas verdes que apresenta uma das vistas mais bonitas da cidade do Rio
de Janeiro. O acesso é feito por uma trilha de 45 minutos, passando por
mirantes no caminho até chegar à pedra do Telégrafo para tirar as famosas
fotos vertiginosas.
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$28.85
From
$28.85

Private Hiking Tour to Telegrafo Stone + Grumari beach - by OIR Aventura
1
Part of the city not much visited by tourists, beautiful beaches and take the famous photo on the Stone of the Telegrafo.
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$70.00
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From
$70.00
Price varies by group size

Grumari and Prainha Beaches - Private Tour
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This tour is perfect for the ones who want to see the most beautiful beaches of Rio!
When it comes to Rio de Janeiro, Copacabana is the first beach that comes to people's minds. However, Rio de Janeiro has paradisiacal and totally wild beaches, without any urbanization. Prainha and Grumari are the favorite beaches for those seeking a lush nature.
Heading to the west zone of the city - where is located the nowadays famous Barra da Tijuca neighborhood - you will get to know the most beautiful beaches of Rio de Janeiro that are beginning to emerge along the way of Rio de Janeiro's wild beaches.
We will visit:
- Pick-up at your place (in the south or central zone).
- Joatinga beach
- Barra Beach
- Reserva Beach
- Recreio Beach
- Macumba Beach
- Prainha Beach
- Stop for lunch in a seafood restaurant.
- Grumari Beach
- Drop-off in your place (in the south or central zone).
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$109.17
Price varies by group size
From
$109.17
Price varies by group size

Private Helicopter Tour over Rio - 45 minutes - 3 people
1
See the sights of Rio de Janeiro from the skies on this private helicopter tour. Perfect for travelers who don’t have enough time to take land tours, this panoramic flight offers aerial views of the city’s important sites and attractions, such as Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, Maracanã Stadium, Sugar Loaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer, downtown Rio, Guanabara Bay, and the Tijuca Forest National Park. The heliport is located about 30 minutes from Ipanema at the Jacarepagua Airport.
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From
$770.00
per group
From
$770.00
per group

Private Half-Day Barra da Tijuca, Prainha, and Joátinga Tour
Explore the eclectic mix of Rio de Janeiro's stunning beaches and a visit to its newest neighborhood, Barra da Tijuca. With your local guide, visit approximately 25 miles (40 kilometers) of beaches unknown to tourists such as Joatinga and Reserva. Travel to various lookout points such as Mirante do Leblon and Área do Joá. Finish your 5-hour exploration with views over Ipanema beach before being returned to your hotel.
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From
$120.00
From
$120.00

West Side Story of Rio: Barra da Tijuca, its natural and cultural attractions.
Visit the outskirts of Rio and its lush beaches following the seafront. Observe the Olympic Park and the City of Arts, visit the Museum of Popular Art, watch the landscapes of mangrove and the lagoons area known as Pantanal Carioca. Join small groups, avoid wasting time due to large ones, and visit the surroundings of Rio de Janeiro. Observe the City of Arts Hall, the Olympic Park, where the famous Rock in Rio festival is held. Follow seafront through the beaches of Barra da Tijuca, Recreio dos Bandeirantes, Grumari and several exuberant beaches. Get to know the beach for surfers and its reserved area for nudism. From the Point Grumari, observe the mangrove área close to Rio de Janeiro, and the area known as “Pantanal Carioca” between four lagoons. Visit the Museum of Popular Art to understand Brasil through its popular manifestations. Barra da Tijuca lies between the almost 20 km of beach and the two massifs that contemplate the forest of Pedra Branca and the forest of Tijuca.
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$107.44
From
$107.44

Surf Lessons in Rio de Janeiro
Held at Barra da Tijuca Beach, an amazing and beautiful place in West Zone of Rio. This beach offers ideal conditions for beginners or experienced.
We provide all equipment for the practice of Surf.
The instructor will guide you through the different types of equipment, basic paddling, steering techniques, and optimal posture and positioning.
It is an excellent fitness option, strengthening arms, legs, abdomen, as well as improving balance and concentration.
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$68.00
From
$68.00

Beach Tour Adventure in the West Zone of Rio with Transfer
Embark on an adventure to visit the beaches on the West Zone of Rio de Janeiro! The West Zone has some of the most beautiful beaches in Rio located in remote places. We experience peace and tranquility in this remote area far from Downtown. A perfect getaway from the busy urban life. Due to their location, they are mostly untouched by any kind of human development. They are little paradisiacal retreat with white sand and cool waters. Admire the view, feel the fresh breeze, take unforgettable pictures and chat with the friendliest people.
From the vehicle, we get to see the Praia da Barra da Tijuca, Praia da Reserva, Praia do Recreio dos Bandeirantes and Praia da Macumba. The tour guide provides information about the beautiful shore as you relax and enjoy the ride of this 2-hour drive. We stop in three different places: Prainha, Praia de Abricó and Praia de Grumari. We take our time swimming, relaxing and taking pictures to register these moments.At the end, we return to the hotel.
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$45.00
Price varies by group size
From
$45.00
Price varies by group size

Mountain Bike Wild Beaches - Rio de Janeiro
The Mountain Bike Wild Beaches Tour offers excellent opportunities to take some amazing photos of Rio's West Zone beaches.
In some stretches you will follow the same path as the world's most famous cyclists competed during the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.
After touring the immensity of Barra da Tijuca Beach, Reserva Floresta and Praia do Recreio we will arrive at Prainha, a stop where there is a delicious grilled fish by the sea.
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$250.05
Price varies by group size
From
$250.05
Price varies by group size

Jeep Adventure with Pedra do Telégrafo Hiking in Rio
Hop into a jeep for a hike in the Pedra do Telégrafo. The 3-hour jeep ride is the best way to enjoy the beautiful landscapes. With the hoods off you may feel the sunlight and the fresh air as we pass through the shores of Rio. Far from the busy crowd, the Pedra do Telégrafo hiking leads to a special rock where you may take a picture hanging from the edge of it. Do not worry about pictures as our team is ready for your paparazzi moments. After the hiking, hop into the jeep again as we have a panoramic tour visiting the hidden beaches in Rio.
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From
$200.00
Price varies by group size
From
$200.00
Price varies by group size
- Roberto Burle Marx Site (Sítio Roberto Burle Marx)
- Marapendi Natural Reserve (Parque Natural Municipal de Marapendi)
- Pepino Beach (Praia do Pepino)
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- Rocinha
- Morro Dois Irmaos
- Moreira Salles Institute (Instituto Moreira Salles)
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- Vista Chinesa
- Prainha Beach
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- Leblon Beach (Praia do Leblon)