Amazing Waterfalls at Serra dos Orgaos Full-day Tour.

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Ponte Velha Waterfall by Luis Darin — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

This is a full day tour is specially designed for nature lovers and for those who want to escape the high temperatures of Rio in summer. You will get out of town and swim in crystal clear natural pools surrounded by tropical forest, take short hikes and enjoy gorgeous views.

The tour is conducted at your pace.

The itinerary is somewhat customizable and can be adapted to your needs.

Tour is conducted in an air-conditioned vehicle driven by your tour guide.

This tour in particular is not wheelchair friendly.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: Portuguese, English, Spanish
Operated by: Luis Darin Private Tour Guide

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Adults (13–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Tolls and parking fees;
Included: anding and/or facility fees: Landing and facility fees
Included: Tour guide service;
Included: Transportation on a private car;
Included: Surcharges on fuel: Fuel surcharge

Not included

Not included: Customer’s admission tickets for the attractions visited on the tour;
Not included: Meals or drinks (if any)
Not included: Attractions prices are subject to changes without prior notice.

Itinerary

Luis Darin Private Tour Guide In Rio

10 min

Upon leaving your hotel in Recreio dos Bandeirantes, Barra da Tijuca, Sao Conrado, Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, Leme, Botafogo, Flamengo or Downtown we’ll hit the road and leave Rio.

Places we will drive by on the way to the first attraction depend on your hotel location.

Tour is conducted in an air-conditioned vehicle driven by your tour guide.
Parque Nacional da Tijuca

Passing by

Tijuca Forest is the largest reforested urban forest in the world. The forest takes 7% of the city area and houses the Tijuca National Park.
Leblon

Passing by

Depending on your hotel location we'll pass by this very nice beach in the most expensive neighborhood in South America.
Ipanema

Passing by

Depending on your hotel location we'll drive by this very iconic beach on the way to the main attractions of the tour
Praia do Arpoador

Passing by

Depending on your hotel location we'll drive by this rock at the end of Ipanema Beach considered one of the best spots in Rio to observe the sunset during the summer.
Avenida Atlantica

Passing by

The seaside avenue in Copacabana is the most famous beach area in Rio.
Praia do Leme

Passing by

At the very end of Copacabana Beach Leme Beach is the best place for a picture of Copacabana.
Leme

Passing by

Depending on your hotel location we’ll drive by this less busy beach located at the very far end of Copacabana.
Botafogo Bay

Passing by

On the way to the main attractions we’ll drive by this nice neighborhood that can easily be seen from the top of Corcovado Mountain.
Aterro Do Flamengo

Passing by

A very large park area crossed by an expressway.
Rio de Janeiro Historic City Center

Passing by

Rio downtown is full of buildings and places where you can get in touch with all this history.
Rio Soberbo

Passing by

Full of waterfalls this crystal clear waters river surrounded by lush vegetation is a must see place.
Parque Nacional da Serra dos Orgaos

one hour Admission not included

These waterfalls are located 50 miles away from Rio, in within the boundaries of Serra dos Orgaos National Park. This is also a very interesting tour for bird watchers. The trails at the National Park offer great photo opportunities.
Trilha das Cascatas

10 min Admission not included

From the parking lot near the Centro de Visitantes Von Martius Museum, we’ll hike 10 minutes on Trilha das Cascatas, a flat trail opened in the middle of the tropical forest.
Poco Verde

one hour Admission not included

Our first stop will be at the Guapimirin entrance of the National Park. Over there we’ll be able to swim at 2 different amazing natural pools created by the crystal clear waters of the Soberbo River.

From the parking lot near the Centro de Visitantes Von Martius Museum, we’ll hike 10 minutes on Trilha das Cascatas, a flat trail opened in the middle of the tropical forest. The trail ends at a tunnel formed by some gigantic boulders and at the other end of the tunnel there is the Poco Verde pool.
Centro de Visitantes Von Martius Museum

15 min

The Von Martius Visitor Center in the Guapimirim Venue is housed in a 19th century mansion, restored to preserve its original features.

This historical mansion houses a permanent exhibition with photos and information about the park, a model of the entire PARNASO area, as well as an interesting collection of works by botanist Von Martius.
Mirante do Soberbo

15 min

After renewing our energies at the waterfalls we’ll drive 10 miles on the highway that leads to Teresopolis and stop for some pictures at Soberbo Viewpoint surrounded by mountains like Dedo de Deus and Pedra do Sino. From here, on a clear day, it is possible to see the mountains of Rio and the Tijuca National Park at the distance.
Pedra do Sino

Passing by

Pedra do Sino is the summit of the Serra dos Órgãos rising 2,275 meters above sea level.
Dedo de Deus

Passing by

One of the highest mountains of Serra dos Orgaos this peak rises towards the sky as if it was a finger pointing up.
Parque Nacional da Serra dos Orgaos

one hour Admission not included

Over here we can take a ½ mile walk on a flat suspended trail through the forest canopy to observe some of the local fauna and flora. This trail ends at another waterfall of the Paquequer River, where we may have another shower.

We may also take a 1 hour hike to Cartao Postal viewpoint.

As an option for tours with kids, there is also a large river water public swimming pool in the park, surrounded by stone picnic tables and playgrounds. (the public swimming pool is not open year-round – please inquire).
Teresopolis

one hour

To wrap up the day we may have lunch at one of the many great restaurants in Teresopolis before returning to Rio.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Motel Comodoro
Shelton Hotel
Pousada Cantinho Da Paz
Meu Recanto
Internacional Airport
Hotel Emocoes
Hotel Caricia
Real Residence Copacabana
Hotel Atlantico Praia
Elegance Praia Hotel
Hotel Belas Artes
Casa Nova Hotel

and 259 more pickup points

We will pick you up from the pier, airport, hotel or rental apartment in Rio. Please make sure to enter your hotel name. In case of a rental apartment or unlisted hotel please enter the full street address.

Places we will drive by on the way to the first attraction will depend on your hotel location.

The tour will be conducted in an air-conditioned vehicle driven by your tour guide.

Using your ticket

Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking.
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
All tours are private and conducted in air conditioned vehicle driven by your tour guide.
Your admission tickets for the attractions visited on the tour and any meals or drinks are not included.

•Admission fees will be paid directly at the attractions.

Don't forget to bring towels.

See you in Rio.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

If you cancel at least 2 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

If you cancel	You get back
At least 2 days 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

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
All tours are private and conducted on air conditioned vehicle.
Your admission tickets for the attractions visited on the tour and any meals or drinks ARE NOT INCLUDED.
Admission fees will be paid directly at the attractions.
This tour is not wheelchair friendly.
Operated by a multi-lingual guide.