Climb to the top of Pedra da Gavea

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About this activity

The Pedra da Gavea trail is one of the most beautiful and challenging hikes in Rio de Janeiro. Located in the Tijuca National Park and passing through the Atlantic Forest, the trail is a steep ascent to the summit of the world’s tallest coastal monolith. Experience this hike with one of our certified AGUIPERJ guides!

Hiking Tours Extreme Sports Climbing Excellent Quality DSA non-compliant Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate

At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: Portuguese, English, Spanish
Operated by: Rio Mountain Sports

Ages: Adults (10–65 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Certified guide
Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges
Included: Use of safety equipment

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

We start the hike at 8 am when the entrance to the trail opens. The trail passes through the Atlantic Forest, a beautiful and shaded natural environment rich in diverse fauna and flora. It is a steep hike, with many natural obstacles and challenges along the way! After completing about two-thirds of the hike, we arrive at a 30-meter “scramble” - a steep, rocky section called Carrasqueira where we use a rope and other rock climbing equipment to get to the top safely. The trail exits the heavily forested area at this point and the views open up! After another 20 minutes of hiking, we arrive at Gavea’s incredible summit - an impressive plateau offering 360-degree views of Rio de Janeiro and its spectacular landscape After enjoying some time at the summit and taking a lot of pictures, we begin our hike back along the same trail used to summit. We descend Carrasqueira using a rope and a technique similar to rappel, allowing us to pass the section with safety and confidence Although the trail is strenuous, prior hiking or rock climbing experience is not required. Our guides lead at a pace that is suitable for all participants and give lots of hiking and climbing tips along the way!

Stop 1
Pedra da Gavea
Trilha da Pedra da Gavea

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We will meet in front of the bakery Concha Doce.

Please bring water (2-3L per person), snacks, sunscreen, insect repellent, light windbreaker, and a sun cap. Use a backpack to carry your personal belongings. Wear walking, running or hiking shoes with good traction on rock.

End point

We will meet in front of the bakery Concha Doce.

Please bring water (2-3L per person), snacks, sunscreen, insect repellent, light windbreaker, and a sun cap. Use a backpack to carry your personal belongings. Wear walking, running or hiking shoes with good traction on rock.