Rio: Botanical Garden and Tijuca Rainforest 4×4 Jeep Tour

About this experience

Visit the Botanic Garden which was created in 1817 by King John VI of Portugal. Dedicated to the culture of exotic plants, the unique park features a variety of rare and exotic species brought from all over the world. Among the rarest are the Imperial Palm Trees, huge water lilies (Victorias-Regias), and Brazilian Red Wood trees (Pau Brasil), which are an endangered species in the Atlantic Forest. In its famous greenhouse, more than 500 species of delicate orchids are carefully tended to. We will then make a visit to the Tijuca Atlantic Forest, the largest urban forest in the world, stopping at the Chinese View Belvedere which features a magnificent view of Ipanema and Copacabana beaches, the Guanabara Bay and the Sugar Loaf Mountain. The access by car to the Chinese viewpoint is closed on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.

On the way back to the hotel, we stop at the Pepino Beach to watch the hang gliders.

At a glance

• Duration: 4 hr

Itinerary and highlights

Meeting and pickup information

• Pick-up in hotels in Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema and Leblon

Languages and tickets

• Portuguese — Guide
• English — Guide
• Spanish — Guide
• Mobile Only

Tour operator

• Tangol

Accessibility and practical details

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Operated by a multi-lingual guide
• Please provide the full name of all passengers
• The exact pick up time will be informed one day before the tour

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Available tour options

• Pickup included