About this experience
• Climb up a 0.75 miles path to the top of the highest hill, in pleasant walk, enjoying the fauna, the flora and the panoramic view.
• On the way back, descent by the community observing several initiatives like Vidigal School, created by the artist Vik Muniz, graffiti created by the children and local artists, using scraps.
• By opting for this package, you will be contributing to local initiatives, since part of the revenue will be directed to one of the NGOs.
• In this way, we seek to stimulate good practices in sustainable tourism, respecting local identities, preserving the environment, fauna and Flora, fostering culture and generating income and employment in the community.
• For this reason, our guides live in the favela do Vidigal.
• In advance, you can schedule lunch and enjoy a typical home-cooked meal at the residence of one of the locals or places that serves drinks and snacks.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr
What is included
- Local guide
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
- Port pickup and drop-off
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
Itinerary and highlights
Includes vans through the community, from Vidigal entrance to the trailhead. From there, climb up a 1.2 km (0.75 miles) path to the top of the highest hill, in pleasant walk, enjoying the fauna, the flora and the panoramic view.
From the top of the Dois Irmãos peak, you can see the Rodrigo de Freitas lagoon, the beaches of Ipanema and Leblom, the mountains of the Tijuca forest and Corcovado with Christ the Redeemer. You can also see São Conrado beach and the famous Pedra da Gávea, as well as the islands off the coast of Ipanema and Leblom.
Return from the peak of the two brothers, passing through the favela and going down the streets to the entrance of the favela.
Meeting and pickup information
- At the entrance of Sheraton Hotel
- Note: Upon request, by a message, we can pick you up and drop you off at your lodging location, including port Cruise, within a 15 km radius of the Meeting Point: Hotel Copacabana Palace, Av. Atlântica, 1702, CEP 22021 001, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro. The local supplier will confirm the exact time of your hotel pick-up by Phone or email.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Wowtour Experience
Accessibility and practical details
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Available tour options
- Pickup included
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