Fly free as a bird high above the awe-inspiring land and seascapes of Rio de Janeiro. With a highly-experienced instructor, you’ll glide over the dense tropical foliage of the Tijuca Forest National Park, the São Conrado neighborhood and the glistening Atlantic Ocean with its breaking waves, before landing on the golden sands of São Conrado Beach. Quite simply, no other vantage point offers such stunning views! We’ll point out the Favela da Rocinha, Ipanema, Barra da Tijuca and all the surrounding natural wonders. This is a truly amazing once-in-a-lifetime experience that will forever remain in your memory as a highlight of your time in Rio de Janeiro.

Our tour guide driver will meet your group at one of the airports in Rio de Janeiro (GIG or SDU) or Pier Mauá or at one of the hotels in the South Zone of Rio de Janeiro as well as Barra da Tijuca, Recreio dos Bandeirantes or Jacarépaguá and will start the transfer to the City of São Paulo Capital or one of its airports (Guarulhos or Congonhas). The route runs along the BR 116, with an average travel time of 6 hours to the final destination, with 2 stops for the convenience of customers.

On the western zone of Rio de Janeiro an imposing plateau of rock called Pedra da Gávea(The Gávea Stone). It is the largest monolith in South America, as well as the highest coastal monolith in the world and is perfect for an adventurous hike. According to some local legends the Pedra da Gávea is a visiting place for extra-terrestrials as well as being a portal to other dimensions. The trail begins in Barra da Tijuca and passes through the Atlantic Rain Forest. Hikers will need to keep their eyes peeled for small mammals and birds which inhabit the tree tops. The trail culminates at the summit of Pedra da Gávea, 844 meters above sea level, with the best views in Rio de Janeiro. From the top of Pedra da Gávea there are breath taking views of all of Rio’s beaches, lagoons, Sugar Loaf and overlooking Christ the Redeemer in the distance.

Burle Marx, the multiple artist, was a collector of plants and objects of art and design, among which Brazilian folk art stands out, displayed on the site where one can visit the seventeenth-century church restored by him. The visit to the Burle Marx Site is a highly inspiring and rare opportunity to raise awareness of the importance of nature preservation as we observe one of the most important collections of tropical plants in the world. After the visit to the site, we will continue to Pedra de Guaratiba and its lush beaches. In an attempt to dominate Rio de Janeiro in the XVI century, the French chose this place to setlle down and follow by land towards the shores of Guanabara Bay. Pedra de Guaratiba keeps many stories to tell its visitors. Following the beaches of Grumari, Prainha, Macumba, Recreio, Barra da Tijuca, São Conrado, Leblon and Ipanema.

Skip the crowded and enjoy a boat tour with a snorkeling experience in a group of no more than 8 people. Spend your day exploring the underwater world in Rio de Janeiro and spot marine life such as sea turtles, colorful fish and many especies of birds. Our speed boat tour starts from Barra da Tijuca neighborhood and goes to Tijuca Islands an archipelago located few kilometers from the coast. There we will do few stops for bath and snorkeling. When the sea is calm it is possible to have a walk on the islands. Also from the islands we have amazing views from Pedra da Gávea, Dois Irmãos and all other peaks of Tijuca Forest.

Located in the West side of Rio, inside the huge Pedra Branca State park, with plenty of native forest and wild life. At 1,161 feet (354 meters) high, Pedra do Telégrafo, offers sweeping views of wild beaches, Tijuca forest, Barra da Tijuca and the famous Restinga da Marambaia, almost 43km long white sand strip with restrict access. You can stand on top of or hang from a large, sharp rock, which isn’t actually very far off the ground, your camera angle can make it appear like you’re a daredevil about to fall down the mountainside. The best selfie ever! On the way back we will drive by Grumari, Prainha, Macumba and Recreio dos Bandeirantes beaches. If you are traveling alone let us know that we can include you in an existing group.

Morro do Telégrafo is quite large and there are several interesting points for photography. Don't worry that our guide to Pedra do Telégrafo is trained in photography and knows the best angles for the best photos. And remember: mountain is a place for contemplation and introspection. During the tour of Pedra do Telégrafo, we have an exuberant view of Praia do Perigoso, Praia do Meio and Grumari, the “Circuito das Praias Selvagens”. The contact with nature brings us a feeling of freedom and peace that we only find in places like the region of wild beaches. It is also possible to see Pontal do Recreio, Barra da Tijuca, Pedra da Gávea and the entire Restinga do Marambaia (one of the largest beaches on our coast).

We are a specialized boat tourism agent in the Barra da Tijuca region known by its exotic nature including crocodiles. Our fiberglass boat is brand new and uniquely dedicated to local tours with a distinctive quality promoting trilingual tours (English and Spanish) and going from the Marapendi Channels to the sea exit and passing by the pictoresque Gigóia island and its channels. We also offer the option of walking through Ilha da Gigóia and indication of eating places to taste local culinary and typical gastronomy, traditionally focused on seafood (eg shrimp pastries and moqueca). *we have other customized itineraries including trips to the sea and Tijucas Islands in the region, usually on calm days where the nature and adventure of the Planasurf boat combine in an underwater flight among the turtles (check this tour using keyword Planasurf).

Discover the astonishing Pedra do Telégrafo in this 6/7-hour tour in Rio de Janeiro. Travellers will be picked up at 03:30 am by our guide at their hotels or airbnbs in Rio city. The hiking trail is 2 miles (3.5 km) long , and after 1 hour we reach the summit 1,161-foot (354-meter), hoping to see an amazing sunrise around 5:30/6 am. The viewpoints and from the top are breahtaking, with views of Rio's of Praia do Perigoso, Praia do Meio, Grumari, Pontal do Recreio, Barra da Tijuca, Pedra da Gávea and all the Restinga da Marambaia. Round-trip transportation is included in another option of this tour. Do not miss the chance to take photos at the edge of the cliff. Images of this location went viral on instagram and that helped the place to become the most popular hike in Rio city these days ! Do not miss it !

The formation that is called Pedra Bonita is a mountain with maximum altitude that reaches 696 meters, a very high place. It is covered with forests and from up there you can also see the Pedra da Gávea, which looks like a face carved in the stone (many legends about that face). From the top of Pedra Bonita you will see: Cristo Redentor, Ipanema, Leblon, Arpoador, Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, Morro dois Irmãos, São Conrado Beach, Barra da Tijuca Beaches, Rocinha, Vidigal, besides being very close to the famous Pedra da Gávea.

Join our combined walking and gastronomy tour of Barra da Tijuca and the Gigóia Islands! Discover and savor a variety of Brazilian dishes and drinks. An unmissable culinary experience.

Telegraph Rock is one of the most visited mountain of Pedra Branca Park because of her illusion rock free fall. With about 347 meters of altitude, it has a privileged city view. To get to the trail beginning, we cross all the south zone, passing through west zone, Prainha, Grumari Beach, Macumba, Barra Da Tijuca, Pepino (free flight point), Leblon Lookout, Ipanema and Copacabana.

Surrounded by charms and mysteries, Pedra da Gávea is 842 meters long and is certainly the most challenging trail in Rio. Whoever is willing to face a little more than 1.5 km of steep climb and a carrasqueira capable of putting fear in many people, will be gifted by a breathtaking view of practically the entire coast of Rio. The challenge is compensated when you reach the top of Pedra da Gávea, and you are faced with the stunning view that extends from the Atlantic Ocean on the south side of the city, its golden sand beaches, all of Barra da Tijuca and west of Rio, in addition to do Pão de Açucar, Corcovado and the Tijuca Forest .. The Pedra da Gávea trail is the ideal tour for those looking for a real challenge.

Welcome to Barra da Tijuca, one of Rio de Janeiro's most vibrant venues for beaches, bars, and restaurants. Embark on a journey to experience the diversity of Brazilian cuisine. There are three options to choose from depending on your appetite.

Held at Barra da Tijuca Beach, an amazing and beautiful place in West Zone of Rio. This beach offers ideal conditions for beginners or experienced. We provide all equipment for the practice of Surf. The instructor will guide you through the different types of equipment, basic paddling, steering techniques, and optimal posture and positioning. It is an excellent fitness option, strengthening arms, legs, abdomen, as well as improving balance and concentration.

Visit the outskirts of Rio and its lush beaches following the seafront. Observe the Olympic Park and the City of Arts, visit the Museum of Popular Art, watch the landscapes of mangrove and the lagoons area known as Pantanal Carioca. Join small groups, avoid wasting time due to large ones, and visit the surroundings of Rio de Janeiro. Observe the City of Arts Hall, the Olympic Park, where the famous Rock in Rio festival is held. Follow seafront through the beaches of Barra da Tijuca, Recreio dos Bandeirantes, Grumari and several exuberant beaches. Get to know the beach for surfers and its reserved area for nudism. From the Point Grumari, observe the mangrove área close to Rio de Janeiro, and the area known as “Pantanal Carioca” between four lagoons. Visit the Museum of Popular Art to understand Brasil through its popular manifestations. Barra da Tijuca lies between the almost 20 km of beach and the two massifs that contemplate the forest of Pedra Branca and the forest of Tijuca.

Between São Conrado and Barra da Tijuca neighborhoods, on Rio de Janeiro coast, at Tijuca Forest National Park, there is a legendary monolith with the face of a giant. Gávea Stone is a huge rock surrounded by lush vegetation, at Atlantic Forest. Over time, damage caused by nature gave the rock vertical face, the appearance of a human face. Gávea Stone trail is the ideal ride for those who are looking for a real challenge. The stone awakens admiration for imposing and mystery. It is one of Tijuca Forest Nacional Park extreme points and one of the most spectacular viewpoints. Near the summit, there is a small stretch of climbing called Carrasqueira, with approximately 30 meters. It has Brazilian graduation level I. Private Shuttle in Rio takes all the necessary climbing equipment to make an easier and safer access to the mountain.

The instruction and baptism paragliding flight will be in the São Conrado neighborhood between Leblon and Barra da Tijuca, a beautiful and charming place in Rio de Janeiro. You will be able to have a breathtaking view of the South Zone of the city with a lot of tranquility, joy and especially security. We are the most veteran team in Rio de Janeiro.

Join us to discover one of the best beaches in Rio de Janeiro on this tour around Barra da Tijuca and Gigóia Island. Come and see idyllic landscapes!