Rio de Janeiro: Telegrafo Rock Hike with Optional Beach Stop Rio de Janeiro: Telegrafo Rock Hike with Optional Beach Stop
ID: GYG707982-O-1157928
Category:
Country: Brazil
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Hike to the top of the Telegrafo Rock on a guided tour from Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and coastline's beaches. Choose to stop at one of 4 beaches after the hike.
Hike to the top of the Telégrafo Rock for stunning views and unforgettable photos. Join a guided hike through the hills and forest of the rainforest. See stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and this amazing coastline's beaches.
Start your tour with pickup from your accommodation in Rio de Janeiro. Transfer to the area where the hike takes around 1.5 hours. Upon arrival at Guaratiba neighborhood, have an optional stop for a quick breakfast.
Once you start to walk and enter the Parque Estadual da Pedra Branca (White Stone State Park), walk a 1.5 kilometers uphill trail covered by canopy and surrounded by rainforest. The trail presents you with great viewpoints of the area.
From the top, see the village, the sea, mangroves, and famous places such as the Restinga de Marambaia, a natural and protected sandbank. On clear days, spot even Ilha Grande, a known touristic destination of Rio de Janeiro.
At the end of the hike, on Telegrafo rock (354 altitude), your reward is a unique view from the Rio de Janeiro landscape, the coastline with amazing beaches and mountains as far as the eye can see. Perfect spot for the perfect picture.
After the hike, have an optional 30-minute stop by the beach. Choose together with your guide: Grumari, Prainha, Reserva, Barra da Tijuca beach.
Highlights
- Capture the perfect photo at the top of the Telegrafo Rock with your guide
- Enjoy a moderate hike through the hills and forest of the rainforest
- See stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and the coastline's beaches
- Take a break at the beach after the hike and choose between 4 different beaches
- Enjoy a hassle-free transfer to and from your hotel in Rio de Janeiro
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The hike is considered easy to moderate difficulty
The total hike duration is 1-2 hours
The trail length is 3 kilometers
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for hiking
Bring water and snacks
Sun protection is recommended
Photography is encouraged, but be mindful of the restrictions
Credit card or money for spare expenses (Food and drink)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
