SugarLoaf Adventure Hike

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SugarLoaf Adventure Hike — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

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

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: Portuguese, English, Spanish
Operated by: RioXtreme

Ages: Children (13–17 years) · Adults (18–65 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Accredited mountain guide
Included: Descent by Cable Car (1st part)
Included: Climb equipment

Not included

Not included: Extras
Not included: Descent by Cable Car (2nd part)
Not included: Private transportation

Itinerary

The Sugar Loaf compound, 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 equipments are included! The view of Copacabana Beach, Urca district, Guanabara Bay, Cristo Redentor and many more, is priceless. On our way down, we take the cable car to the Urca Hill (included) and then a short and easy trail back to the beach. * During the hike, there is a short rock climb section, totally safe and indicated for beginners. * 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.

Stop 1
Trilha do Pao de Acucar
Praia Vermelha
Sugarloaf Mountain

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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.

End point

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.

Using your ticket

Recommendations: wear light clothes and hiking shoes, bring a small backpack with water (1.5L, per person), snacks, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, cap or hat, sunglasses and cash for extras.

During the hike, there is a short rock climb section, totally safe and indicated for beginners.

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.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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.