Sugar Loaf Mountain Hiking and Climbing

4.9
(17 reviews)

5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Portuguese and 2 more

This Sugar Loaf Mountain hiking and climbing tour is an unforgettable adventure, and a great opportunity for those who have never climbed to have their first contact with the sport. It doesn't require previous experience and the descent is made aboard the famous Sugar Loaf cable car.

What's Included

Equipment for use in the tour
Professional guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Cable car( just Sugar Loaf to Morro da Urca secion)
Transportation if option is selected
Gratuities
Any item not listed as included
Transportation in regular tour option

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Hotels located in the tourist zone of Rio de Janeiro. (Transportation is not included in the regular tour option.) (please inform the hotel if you choose the option with transport)

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Meeting point

in front of the obelisk that is in the middle of the Square

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Get a different perspective of Rio de Janeiro and one of its most iconic attractions on a guided hike and climb up Sugarloaf Mountain. Brave a 20-meter high vertical wall, and enjoy magnificent views from different lookouts.

Set off from the Pista Claudio Coutinho to reach a beautiful lookout with spectacular views of the entrance to Guanabára Bay and the city of Niterói in just 20 minutes. Then, brave the more technical trail and hike across stone ramps to discover some beautiful belvederes. Get the perfect introduction to basic rock climbing as you face the challenge of a 20-meter high vertical wall.

Reach the viewpoint of the Pedra Filosofal to soak up the magnificent vistas of Copacabana Beach, Pedra da Gávea, and Morro Dois Irmãos. Continue to the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain before the descent on the cable car back down Urca Hill.

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 14 years
Supplied by Nattrip - Tourism, Ecotourism and Adventure in Rio de Janeiro

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Tags

Hiking Tours
Extreme Sports
Climbing
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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Rating

4.9 Based on 17 17 reviews
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