About this experience
Get ready to hike one of Rio de Janeiro's most scenic routes, the Pedra do Telégrafo Trail. Spanning 3.5 km, this trail takes you through incredible lookouts, each with breathtaking visuals.
Upon reaching the famous rock, take gravity-defying photos with an impressive optical illusion. The trail offers views of the secluded beaches of Perigoso and Meio and natural landmarks like Pontal do Recreio and Pedra da Gávea.
Each lookout is a new chance to marvel at the beauty of Rio’s nature in all its lushness.
At a glance
- Duration: 6 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
Pedra Bonita: The Easy Hike With One of Rio's Best Views
Pedra Bonita is a short, rewarding Tijuca National Park hike with broad views over São Conrado, Barra, forest, and the Atlantic. Plan it for legal park hours—not sunrise.
What is included
- Transportation (round trip) with air conditioning
- Professional guide to ensure your safety and an enriching experience
Not included
- Lunch
Itinerary and highlights
Situated in Barra de Guaratiba, Pedra do Telégrafo is an essential trail for adventurers and tourists hoping to capture one of Rio de Janeiro's most iconic photos. With moderate difficulty, the trail offers a scenic climb through native vegetation and panoramic views of mountains and sea at every stop. At the top, Pedra do Telégrafo provides the perfect setting for gravity-defying photos, with a remarkable view of the Atlantic Ocean and nearby beaches. Beyond amazing photos, visitors can enjoy the peaceful beauty of the surrounding nature, offering a unique experience away from the city's hustle and bustle. Get ready to capture unforgettable landscapes and experience thrilling moments at this special Rio de Janeiro attraction.
Meeting and pickup information
- The guide will arrive at the location and call you by name
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- FORTALEZA EXPERIENCE TOUR
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please book only when you are sure to take the tour. We have limited places and we must be sure that you will be with us on the day of the tour.
- Important notice for last minute reservations (not on the same day or on another day): in case of loss of place, the customer will be accommodated the next day on the reserved date.
- Please provide us with a Whatsapp number so you can be contacted and we will support you as much as possible to book your pass.
- It is advisable not to reserve corn on the way, nor today, in the next hour
- This tour is shared
- Boarding for the tour will begin at 6:00 am. Please be aware of this time before making your reservation.
- On days with the highest tourist influx or in the presence of particularly heavy traffic conditions, we may adopt the use of specific meeting points for customer pick-ups. This choice is made to ensure a more efficient organization of the tour, reducing waiting times and the inconvenience caused by traffic. Therefore, we invite our customers to read this note carefully to be informed and prepared.
- The time indicated at the time of booking is purely indicative. The day before the tour, we will contact you via WhatsApp or through the booking platform to confirm the exact pick-up time.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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