Urca Climbing Class

About this experience

The mountains of Rio de Janeiro are beautiful! Climbing in front of the Sugarloaf Mountain, seeing Rio from above and still playing a sport is a must in this city.

At a glance

• Duration: 3 hr

Itinerary and highlights

In this climbing class you will have your first contact with this fantastic sport, which works body and mind in contact with nature.

Morro da Babilônia, in Urca, is the perfect place for this class. After a short and pleasant trail you reach the foot of the mountain, an ideal place for an initiation in rock climbing. Your guide / instructor will explain you about the sport, the equipment, the knots used and you will learn the basic techniques that every climber should know. All this with a lot of practice!

You will climb a small stretch of rock, between 20 and 30 meters, with a guarantee of many emotions! And you don't go up only once, you can climb at least 3 times to become an ace and take that photo!

We will use climbing shoes, chair, helmet, carabiners, brakes and rope. Feel free to ask questions and answer all your questions. You will demystify the idea that climbing is dangerous and requires a lot of strength in your arms. You will understand that the rope provides security and that most of the force is used by the legs.

We will have all the patience and attention to make this an unforgettable activity for you!

See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.

Meeting and pickup information

• Meeting point on the street clock in the square in front of the Pan de Açúcar cable car in Praia Vermelha, Urca, Rio de Janeiro. The Guide will wear an orange shirt from the Climbing Company.

Languages and tickets

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

Tour operator

• Companhia da Escalada

Accessibility and practical details

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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