Serra dos Orgaos: Full-Day Serra dos Orgaos Hiking Tour to Pedra do Sino from Rio de JaneiroHiking and Trekking

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Overview

Enjoy a Serra dos Orgaos hiking tour to Pedra do Sino from Rio de Janeiro and admire its spectacular rock formations and the views from its summit. Follow your guide and explore lush forests, freshwater streams, and stunning waterfalls.

Highlights

◾ Marvel at the famous landmarks of the region from the Pedra do Sino summit
◾ Enjoy the lush forests and explore incredible sights, plants, and animals
◾ Drink pure water from freshwater streams and admire stunning waterfalls

About this Experience

✔ Health and safety measures apply
✔ Small-group tour
✔ No booking fees

DURATION: 8 hours (approx.)
STARTING TIME: 7.00 am
MEETING POINT: At your hotel (South Zone of Rio)
LANGUAGES: English, Spanish & Portuguese
OPENING SEASON: Year-round
MOBILE TICKETING: Use your phone or print your ticket
WHO CAN COME: Serra dos Orgaos hiking tour is suitable for all in good health and fit

Description - What to expect

Start your Serra dos Orgaos hiking tour with a hassle-free pick-up from your hotel or residence and take 1.5 hours drive to Teresópolis, the starting point for your hike. The Serra dos Orgaos National Park is famous for its spectacular rock formations, and its highest peak is known as Pedra do Sino (Bell Stone) at a height of (2275m / 7465ft).

Start your 13-km (8.1-mile) ascent to Pedra do Sino and admire amazing landmarks such as Dedo de Deus (God's Finger peak), the Garrafão, and the Escalavrado as well as Guanabara Bay in Rio de Janeiro and the Atlantic Ocean. Stop for a break and a drink from a freshwater stream and admire the waterfalls and forests along the path.

After reaching the top, follow your guide and explore fantastic sights, plants, and animals. This Serra dos Orgaos hiking tour is recommended for people in good physical condition and with an adventurous spirit. At the end of the day, you will be driven back to Rio de Janeiro with a stop on the way to have a snack and enjoy some free time.

What's included, what's not

✔ Pickup and drop-off (South Zone of Rio)
✔ Your expert guide
✖ Entry tickets to Serra dos Órgãos National Park
✖ Lunch & extras

Why choose this experience

Here are the key reasons why you should choose the Serra dos Orgãos hiking experience:

◾Breathtaking Natural Scenery: The Serra dos Orgãos National Park is renowned for its awe-inspiring rock formations, dramatic peaks, and stunning vistas.
◾Challenging Yet Rewarding Adventure: This 13-km (8.1-mile) hike presents an exciting physical challenge, making it an excellent option for adventure-seekers and those seeking a truly immersive outdoor experience.
◾Expert Guidance and Support: Having a knowledgeable and experienced guide by your side ensures a safe and enriching journey.
◾Diverse Ecosystem Exploration: Along the hiking trails, you'll have the opportunity to discover a rich variety of plant and animal life, as well as encounter cascading waterfalls and lush forest environments.
◾Convenient Logistics: The hassle-free pickup from your Rio de Janeiro accommodations and the round-trip transportation to the hiking starting point in Teresópolis make this experience easily accessible and well-organized, allowing you to focus on the enjoyment of the hike itself.

Overall, the Serra dos Orgãos hiking tour provides an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in Brazil's stunning natural landscapes, challenge yourself physically, and gain a deeper appreciation for the country's remarkable biodiversity.

Bring with you

For this Serra dos Orgaos hiking tour please wear light clothing and trekking shoes, bring a backpack with water, snacks, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, personal medications, cap or hat, sunglasses, sweater or jacket, raincoat, passport or ID card, cash for tickets and extras