Sugar Loaf Mountain Walk: 5-hour Guided Sugar Loaf Hike Tour from Rio de JaneiroHiking and Trekking

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Sugar Loaf Mountain Walk: 5-hour Guided Sugar Loaf Hike Tour from Rio de Janeiro

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About this experience

✔ Health and safety measures apply
✔ Small-group tour (up to 5 participants)
✔ No booking fees

DURATION: 5 hours (2.5-hours walk-up)
STARTING TIME: 7.00 am & 1.00 pm
MEETING POINT: Praça Gen. Tibúrcio, 75 - Urca, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22290-270
LANGUAGES: English, Spanish & Portuguese
OPENING SEASON: Year-round
MOBILE TICKETING: Use your phone or print your ticket
WHO CAN COME: Sugar Loaf Mountain walking tour is suitable for all above 15 in good health and fit

Overview

Join a small-group Sugar Loaf Mountain walking tour to get to one of the most famous attractions in Brazil on your own feet. Follow your professional instructor and hike to the top of the hill to admire beautiful views before a cable car ride back down. All safety equipment is included throughout your hiking tour.

Highlights

◾ Enjoy an exciting Sugar Loaf Mountain walking tour in a small group accompanied by a professional guide
◾ Follow your expert guide and reach one of the most famous attractions in Brazil
◾ Admire wonderful views from the top, and then enjoy a cable car ride on the way down

About this Experience

✔ Health and safety measures apply
✔ Small-group tour (up to 5 participants)
✔ No booking fees

DURATION: 5 hours (2.5-hours walk-up)
STARTING TIME: 7.00 am & 1.00 pm
MEETING POINT: Praça Gen. Tibúrcio, 75 - Urca, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22290-270
LANGUAGES: English, Spanish & Portuguese
OPENING SEASON: Year-round
MOBILE TICKETING: Use your phone or print your ticket
WHO CAN COME: Sugar Loaf Mountain walking tour is suitable for all above 15 in good health and fit

Description - What to expect

Start your Sugar Loaf Mountain walking tour with a hassle-free pick-up and a drive to the starting point. Sugar Loaf is one of Rio's most famous iconic places and consists of two hills. The higher hill is Sugar Loaf and the lower is Urca Hill. You will hike on the Costão Trail, which takes you to the top of Sugar Loaf and requires a quick and easy climb of about 15 meters.

Once at the top admire the views of Copacabana Beach, the Urca District, Guanabara Bay, Cristo Redentor, and other locations. On your way down you will take the cable car to Urca Hill, before a short and easy walk back to the ground. When you are back at the base, you will be driven back to your hotel. You can schedule this Sugar Loaf Mountain walk in the morning or early afternoon.

What's included, what's not

✔ Accredited mountain guide
✔ Climbing gear
✔ Descent by cable car (1st part)
✖ Transfer
✖ Entry tickets to the second part of the cable car descent
✖ Food and drinks

Why choose this experience

Here are the key reasons why you should choose the Sugar Loaf Mountain walking tour:

◾Iconic Landmark: Sugar Loaf Mountain is one of the most recognizable and iconic landmarks in Rio de Janeiro. Experiencing this natural wonder up close and personal is a must-do for any visitor to the city.
◾Breathtaking Views: From the summit of Sugar Loaf, you'll be treated to unparalleled panoramic vistas of Copacabana Beach, Guanabara Bay, the Christ the Redeemer statue, and Rio's stunning urban and natural landscapes.
◾Accessibility: The hike along the Costão Trail to the top of Sugar Loaf is relatively short and easy, requiring only a 15-meter ascent. This makes the tour accessible to a wide range of fitness levels, allowing more people to enjoy this remarkable experience.
◾Expert Guidance: Your knowledgeable guide will provide valuable insights into the history, geology, and cultural significance of Sugar Loaf Mountain, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of this iconic site.
◾Flexibility: With the option to schedule your Sugar Loaf Mountain walking tour in the morning or early afternoon, you can choose the time that best fits your itinerary and preferences, making the most of your time in Rio de Janeiro

Overall, the Sugar Loaf Mountain walking tour offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with one of Rio's most famous natural wonders, while enjoying the convenience of expert guidance, hassle-free transportation, and breathtaking panoramic views.

Bring with you

For this Sugar Loaf Mountain walk please wear light clothes and hiking shoes, bring a small backpack with water, snacks, mosquito repellent, sunscreen, a cap or hat, sunglasses, and some cash for extras

Good to know - practical information

At the start of the hike, there is a short rock climb which is easy, quick, and totally safe. The hike's level is advanced

Description - What to expect

Start your Sugar Loaf Mountain walking tour with a hassle-free pick-up and a drive to the starting point. Sugar Loaf is one of Rio's most famous iconic places and consists of two hills. The higher hill is Sugar Loaf and the lower is Urca Hill. You will hike on the Costão Trail, which takes you to the top of Sugar Loaf and requires a quick and easy climb of about 15 meters.

Once at the top admire the views of Copacabana Beach, the Urca District, Guanabara Bay, Cristo Redentor, and other locations. On your way down you will take the cable car to Urca Hill, before a short and easy walk back to the ground. When you are back at the base, you will be driven back to your hotel. You can schedule this Sugar Loaf Mountain walk in the morning or early afternoon.
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