Guided tour

Rio de Janeiro: Sugar Loaf Hike

Activity provider: RioXtreme
Guided tour

Rio de Janeiro: Sugar Loaf Hike

Activity provider: RioXtreme

From US$ 66 per person

Reach one of the most famous attractions in Brazil on your own feet through hiking and climbing. Once at the top, enjoy a wonderful view of the sunset before enjoying a cable car ride back down.

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Duration 5 hours
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Live tour guide
Spanish, English, Portuguese
Small group
Limited to 6 participants

Experience

Highlights
  • Hike and climb the rocky shores of Sugar Loaf Mountain
  • Reach one of the most famous attractions in Brazil on your own feet
  • Experience the thrill of a cable car ride down Urca Hill
Full description
Join this hiking trip to discover the two hills of the Sugar Loaf compound, one of Rio's most famous icons. Venture along the Costão Trail, reach the top of Urca Hill, and take in unbeatable views on a cable car ride.

The Costão Trail, which will take you to the top of Sugar Loaf, requires a quick climb (15 meters/49 feet) that's considered easy by the experienced. All safety equipment for the climb is included.

As you progress, take in views of Copacabana Beach, the Urca district, Guanabara Bay, Christ the Redeemer, and many more priceless sights.

On the way down, hop on a cable car to Urca Hill (cost included for the first descent), then continue on a short and easy trail back to the beach. 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.

Includes
  • Accredited mountain guide
  • Climbing gear
  • Descent by cable car (1st part)
  • Transfer
  • Entry tickets to second part of cable car descent
  • Food and drinks
  • Extras
Not suitable for
  • Children under 15 years
  • People with low level of fitness

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Meeting point

General Tiburcio Square - Urca district (close to SugarLoaf Cable Car Station). In front of the monument in the middle of the square. https://goo.gl/maps/eSdXDawwKy6UuWj97 (15 minutes car ride from Copacabana).

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Important information

What to bring

  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Hiking shoes
  • Sunscreen
  • Water
  • Insect repellent
  • Breathable clothing
  • Cash
  • Daypack
  • Passport or ID card, copy accepted

Know before you go

  • During the hike, there is a short rock climb section. This section is easy, quick, safe, and suitable for those with no previous climbing experience;
  • The level of this hike is advanced. The total distance is 5 km (3.1 miles);
  • Sugar Loaf is at an elevation of 396 meters (1,030 feet) and Urca Hill is at 220 meters (722 feet);
  • After 5 pm, the descent from Morro da Urca to the beach is done by cable car (not included), due to the closing time of the trail.

Product ID: 348706