The 10 Best Walking Tours in State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

February 21, 2022 Tambra Mccollister

Rio de Janeiro (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈʁi.u dʒi ʒɐˈnejɾu]) is one of the 27 federative units of Brazil. It has the second largest economy of Brazil, with the largest being that of the state of São Paulo.
Restaurants in State of Rio de Janeiro

1. Horto Waterfalls Circuit Adventure Tour in Tijuca National Park

Rua Pacheco Leão, 1782 - Jardim Botânico, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22460-036, Brazil Nattrip
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Enjoy the Horto waterfalls tour with a specialist guide. The hike begins at Jequitibá Waterfall and ends at Shower Waterfall, also known as Box Waterfall. All waterfalls in the tour are permitted for bathing and shower.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only private option), Round-trip transfer (selected hotels if private option only), Private tour (if selected)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Any item not listed as included, Transportation is excluded in Regular Tour option

Reviewed By Patrik A

I booked their Hike to Telegrafo-rock. In short you get “nothing” for what you pay. You get a “guide” to meet you and they you have to pay for local transport or Uber for you and the guide... you get some limited quiding. Not the guides fault as there is not much to guide about but the company that charge for outrages amount. I do based on my experience not trust this company and advise others not to do so either. Re the Hike to Telegrafo: You can take an Uber and DIY for about 25-50% of the price of one ticket. The hike is very simple and takes 45-60 minutes.

2. Botanic Garden & Parque Lage Guided Tour & Transfer

Rio Carioca Tours
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Immerse yourself in the verdant beauty of the Botanic Garden and the Parque Lage. Tucked beneath the Corcovado Mountain, these two places have an enchanting mix of manicured grounds and untamed rainforest. Meet the tour guide at your hotel lobby and head to the Jardim Botânico neighborhood. Explore the collection of more than 7,000 species of tropical plants, bromeliads, orchids and native Brazilian plants. Take your time to breath the fresh air and to admire all that beauty. As a bonus, we add the Parque Lage in this tour for you. Explore the English-style gardens, forested trails, artificial caves, and the stunning mansion at the center of Parque Lage. At the end of the tour, you are taken back to your hotel. Or may stay by yourself to enjoy these places a little bit more. Tour guide, roundtrip transfer, entrance to Parque Lage included.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Entry/Admission - Parque Lage

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks., Entry/Admission - Botanic Garden (prices may vary from 15 BRL to 60 BRL)

Reviewed By BrasilTraveler

Anderson really made this trip memorable. Thank you Anderson. The statue is dramatic. Must take a camera. The Pao de Acucar has newly been updated for tourism. This venue is worth seeing with Rio Carioca Tour LTD. Ask for Anderson for your guide. He is informative and thoughtful of the guests especially the older ones. Thank you so much.

3. African Heritage: Gastronomy and Musicality Experience

Museu do Amanhã, Praça Mauá, 1 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20081-240, Brazil Traveller XP
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

This experience allows people to experience a unique moment, immersing themselves in flavors, aromas, sounds and behaviors of a very old culture that is a direct part of the history of Brazil, with all its ethnic mixes rescuing the gastronomic identity and the music of a people and still unknown by many.

Inclusions: Afro-Brazilian gastronomy tasting

Exclusions: Drinks

Reviewed By LouBrockst

Isabella gave us a wonderful tour around rio! She has a great energy and is very knowledgable as well as caring. She tought us some portugese and at the end of the day, after a 7 hour tour she was able to even entertain the kids with a music quiz. When in rio, you must definitely go on a tour with Isabella:)

4. Morro Dois Irmãos Trail - Tour with local guide and incredible views of Rio

Av. Niemeyer, 121 - São Conrado, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22450-220, Brazil Russo Guia
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5.0 based on 36 reviews

Meet the Hill Two Brothers with a person who has been in the place for over 40 years, who was raised at the entrance of the Trail and who climbed in childhood to drop paper plane, with his friends, pick fruits and etc ..., is continue to know an authentic resident of the Favela do Vidigal. You will have a tour of immersive experience, with whom in addition has the certificate of excellence 2018 and 2019 on TripAdvisor and is certified by the Ministry of Tourism!

Inclusions: Transportation to climb the Vidigal Favela

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Reviewed By kqh5483

A must-see if you visit Rio. The tour with Russo was amazing for our family of 3 from the United States. We couldn't have asked for a better experience! We would definitely do this again, this was one of the biggest highlights of our trip! Incredible! A+

5. Forest Forager - Wild Food Walk

Paraty Explorer
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The best (and tastiest!) way to explore the Rainforest near Paraty is with foraging expert, Jorge, who has unrivalled knowledge of the edible local fruits, flowers and plants. This is a fascinating and fun day out for anyone interested in wild food or just curious about the Rainforest!

Inclusions: This Rainforest to Table tour finishes at a local restaurant for lunch (not included in price). The salad made from plants collected in the forest is included in price.

Exclusions: To reduce single-use plastics we do not provide bottled water. Please bring your own, ideally in refillable bottles, We stop at a local restaurant for lunch, not included in price

Reviewed By Aidan T

We had two amazing days with Michael. We did the kayaking on the Friday and hiking on the Saturday. Both were fantastic experiences. Michael was a superb guide and a really nice guy who my partner and I enjoyed spending time with. I would highly recommend. Michael knew a lot about the history of Paraty, the geography and the people. This made our holiday what it was.

6. Sunrise Mirante dona Marta with Professional Photos

Estr. Mirante Dona Marta, S/N - Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22241, Brazil Guilherme Pessanha dos Santos
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This is a unique experience, the most beautiful sunrise in the Marvelous City and with professional photos directed to instagram, and make your trip and your feed more beautiful! Having a local guide is also very important, we only have qualified professionals so that you have the best experience possible!

Inclusions: professional photos focused on Instagram, Specialized Tourist Guide

Exclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Snacks

7. Private Walk through the Natural Pools in Búzios

Rua H, R. H - Village da Ferradura, Búzios - RJ, 28950-000, Brazil Cactus Experiências
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In the midst of the trails that connect the crowded beaches of Ferradura and Ferradurinha, there are a multitude of untouched scenery and unique beauty. In order to explore them, the presence of a guide is essential due to the lack of signs and, in this case, by the intermediate / moderate degree of difficulty, requiring to overcome obstacles and be attentive to precise guidelines. The Natural Pools script goes beyond the landscape that gives the circuit its name. It also includes Pedra do Guardião and Praia dos Amores, totaling a walk of 3.5 km.

Inclusions: Accredited guide

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8. Private City Tour of Rio de Janeiro

TourGuideGus
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Enjoy a private and personalized tour of Rio with comfort and safety. This tour will cover the main sites like Sugar Loaf, Corcovado and the historical area and you'll have time to stop for lunch. A professional guide and transport are included.

Inclusions: Private guide, Hotel/airport pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Adventurer753061

Wow, I am not even sure where to start with our review of Gus and our fairy tale wedding on Jacone Beach. Words cannot express how thrilled we were with Gus and our wedding. Absolutely everything was incredible! From the moment we reached out to him until the end of the wedding day everything was just amazing. He worked with us to create an unforgettable day. Every last detail was perfect. There isn't anything we would do differently. Gus took care of every detail and we loved every second of our special day. Thanks to all of his hard work in making our wedding the best day of our lives, we will cherish our memories forever!

9. Customized and Unique Favela tour visit 2 Favelas in one trip outside of the box

METRO, Estr. da Gávea - São Conrado, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22610-001, Brazil Caio Tour Guide
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If you've heard of it. "Don't go to a favela" is dangerous. however, you know that this phrase is a preconception. Would you like to know two favelas? So come with me! You will visit the neighborhood while your guide tells the story of the community and how it has developed to this day. In the "sky window" at the top, you will see incredible views and take pictures. Following the same paths that the local population travels every day, you will experience the scenes and culture of this vibrant and friendly neighborhood. You will visit a neighborhood supermarket and other local businesses and see some of the social projects that benefit the community. I do not offer pick up. But I will send you the address so you can come by Uber / taxi or by subway. Getting to our meeting point is simple and inexpensive. You will need to bring money for a donation in some places we visit, such as rooftop viewpoints, souvenirs and Moto-taxi.

Inclusions: Local Tour Guide, good humor, Innovation, off the beaten path

Exclusions: Private transportation, Alcoholic Beverages, Snacks

Reviewed By Shaun O

Caio was not only an amazing tour guide with a great personality, but also a great photographer! He captured the most beautiful photos of us with the gorgeous scenery and sunset in the background. He taught us a lot about the culture and the history of the surrounding region. Definitely a highlight of our experience in Rio. He even helped us arrange a round trip driver for this tour as the hiking location is a bit far away from the city. What a memorable experience. Hiking with Caio was really part of what made this such an amazing experience

10. Private Walking and Cultural Tour Rocinha-Rio de Janeiro

Praça Cardeal Arcoverde - R. Barata Ribeiro - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22040-030, Brazil Favela Brothers Tours
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Favela Brothers is a family run tour company, operated by the brothers Maka and Obi Basilio, both born and raised in Favela da Rocinha. We decided to organize guided tours within the community in which we live to offer a unique and quality service for travellers who are in search of culture and knowledge. Our tours allow a great immersion into daily life inside the favela and it is a great cultural exchange for all. You will learn about the history from the eyes of the locals, As the whole tour is carried out on foot where you get to know the alleys, rooftops, shops, cultural projects with which we work, and delicious local restaurants if you get hungry. Part of the resources that we collect through the tours, we donate to assist social projects (capoeira and an English school) that contribute to the education and development of the community's children and youth.

Inclusions: Bilingual Guide , Transportation, Roof Top Views, Walking Cultural Tour

Exclusions: Foods Drinks, and Souvenirs ( optional )

Reviewed By 345marvensb

Obi was an amazing tour guide... i seen and experience the best parts of rio de janeiro.. i experiencehang gliding and it was breathe taking..

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