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Spot birds with an acclaimed ornithologist

Meet the scientist in front of Museu Nacional. The scientist introduces himself and presents the National Museum and its important history as the first major scientific institution in Brazil. Birdwatching walk. The scientist explains how the birdwatching walk will take place. It’s a good idea for each person to have their own binoculars. Ornithological hike guided through the Emperor's Gardens Talk birding and philosophy with the scientist on a walk through Quinta da Boa Vista park. During the birdwatching walk, the scientist, who also has a background in philosophy, talks about the directions science and philosophy are taking in the world. Brazilian Science During the walk, the scientist presents Brazilian sciences by emperor's statue. The scientist talks about the history of ornithology in Brazil and its connection with the imperial family. Scientist's routine. The walk ends at the Horto Botânico of Quinta da Boa Vista, where the researcher’s laboratory is visited. At this location, the guests learn about the daily routine of a curator of scientific collections—in this case, the Bird Collection of Museu Nacional, one of the largest in South America. The routine of a curator of Brazil's oldest bird collection.

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Play volleyball with an Olympian at Leblon Beach

Dive into the world of elite beach volleyball with an Olympic athlete. After observing my training session, you’ll have a chance to play by my side. • At the famous Leblon Beach, you’ll be welcomed by a member of Brazilian Olympic staff. After a fun icebreaker, you’ll have a chance to mingle and take in the stunning views. • Watch me train, gaining insight into my training methods throughout the session as well as the intensity and dedication required for top-tier global competition. • Step onto the sand and play in a friendly match with me. Whether you’re new to the sport or have some experience, I’ll provide tips and make sure the game is fun for everyone. We’ll close with a photo session. You’ll leave with firsthand experience of training for and playing beach volleyball at an elite level.

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Join an animal conservation mission in Rio

Walk through the lush greenery of the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden with me, a wildlife conservation expert and founder of Instituto Vida Livre, and get a rare look inside the urgent and inspiring work of protecting our natural world, witnessing a rehabilitated animal take its first steps back into the wild. • Stroll through the gardens, where I’ll explain about the threats facing Brazil’s flora and fauna, from deforestation to illegal trafficking, and how Instituto Vida Livre’s essential work is helping to save them. • You’ll see rescued animals—including birds, reptiles, or native Brazilian mammals—up close and hear their powerful stories of being on the brink, saved through months of care, and now ready for release. • Experience a unique and unforgettable moment as I carefully set free one of the rehabilitated animals into their natural habitat, a symbol of resilience and hope for conservation. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of how human choices affect the natural world, and why this is more than an awe-inspiring experience—it’s a call to action.

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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 1553 reviews

Two Brothers the most beautiful hike in Rio

Hike Two Brothers - Brings you to arguably the best view in Rio! An experience for the more adventurous, going up the Favela via **MOTO TAXI** and then hiking up the trail, passing through a territory unknown (Favela Vidigal). The view at the top stretches 365 degrees around the city. You'll see the Christ statue, Lagoa, Sugar Loaf, Ilhas Cagarras, Niterói and the Bay of Rio which are all visible at the peak. There isn't another place in the city of Rio besides Pedra da Gávea that has this unique view! ****(We also offer the best rated and most impactful FAVELA TOUR here in Rio de Janeiro). Dont just book any tour. **** Come with Experience Rio, why? 1. We employ guides from Vidigal. 2. It's always better to have a local guide when entering a Favela. 3. With experience Rio, you will be led by professional guides with knowledge about the history of Vidigal/Rocinha + Rio. 4. Our guides are here to specifically make sure your time is amazing, we will show you all the best places for photos and of course take a few for the gram! 4. (5%) of profits goes to cleaning the trail + reforestation. 5. 15% goes back to the Favela through our Favela tour (so please check it out!) The hike is medium level with moderate rock inclines. 55 minutes of hiking up which equates to roughly 350M in elevation climb. Not recommend for those with knee or health issues!!

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 586 reviews

Rio's Best Snorkel Turtle Tour by Boat

We will meet at my house at the Barra Canal, in Barra da Tijuca, Rio! From here, we will get straight on the boat in my backyard and head to the Tijuca Islands in front of Barra da Tijuca beach. You will be amazed at how quickly the big city changes to beautiful nature! The cliffs drop straight into the sea, where the water is beautiful and sea life is everywhere! As we head into the ocean toward the islands, we will see wildlife such as sea turtles, sea birds and amazing species of fish. We will cruise by boat around the islands and you will have the option to go in the water to swim and snorkel with the turtles and many different types of fish or just watch turtles and birds from the boat. For the more adventures ones, we can do a little tour walking in the Alfavaca Island where is possible to see some baby sea birds (most of the year) and jump from rocks to the water. After the 2 1/2 hour tour in the Tijuca Islands we will head back to Barra. This is an experience you will not forget - a way to see the beautiful natural side of

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews

Trilha Morro Dois Irmãos in the most beautiful Vidigal view of Rio

@guiarodrigoindio Arriving in Praça do Vidigal, at the beginning of the community, we will use a local transport (MOTOTAXI, each party pays 7.00 to climb up and 7.00 to descend PER PERSON) and until the beginning of the trail (EACH STAKEHOLDER PAYS 10.00 PER PERSON), throughout the journey, we will be able to enjoy to get to know one of the best known communities in Rio and its daily life. The trail is easy/moderate level and from the summit it is possible to see all the beauty of the South Zone of Rio, its beaches and neighborhoods. It is breathtaking. It is 1.5km of route in approximately 1 hour of walking. During our ascent we will have some stops for photos and contemplating viewpoints, with unique views of Pedra da Gávea, Cristo Redentor e Rocinha, considered the largest favela in Latin America. Coming to the summit of O Morro Dois Irmãos, you can enjoy one of the most amazing visuals of Rio de Janeiro, completing the landscape of the South Zone with a beauty that guaranteed its postcard title of Rio de Janeiro. Observation - We can do it any day in the week and time. Any questions please contact @guiarodrigoindio

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 617 reviews

Pedra da Gávea Trail

We will start the trail at the gate of sector C of Tijuca National Park, the largest urban forest in the world. Our circuit passes through the main viewpoints of Pedra da Gávea, the main historical sites and the famous gorge of Heaven. Beyond all the beauty of rainforest fauna and flora. The trail time is approximately 6 hours and a total of 3 km, we make stops at strategic points for hydration and recharge. In the two climbing stretches, we will use rappelling equipment, all rooted and guided by a guide that specializes in natural attractions, where we will have a little more excitement on our adventure. On the way, we'll take photos and videos with the best angles to record your adventure, all included in our package. We have climbs up every day.

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 183 reviews

Conquering Pedra da Gávea

@guiarodrigoindio Vamos para a sua melhor experiencia no Rio? A partir do ponto de encontro, iremos iniciar nossa caminhada no Parque Nacional da Tijuca, maior parque reflorestado do mundo. Trilha essa que exige condicionamento físico (2,7km), onde levaremos aproximadamente 2h30m até conquistar o topo. Vamos contemplar toda riqueza da flora e fauna, além de mirantes com vistas imperdíveis da zona oeste e Barra da Tijuca. Irei ajudar em toda experiencia nas melhores fotos e videos. Durante toda caminhada teremos paradas sempre que for preciso para recuperar fôlego e hidratação. Na famosa Carrasqueira, vamos fazer uma leve escalada, onde sei conduzir perfeitamente voce com segurança Chegando no topo é horas de desfrutar e celebrar essa conquista, Irei mostrar toda Pedra da Gávea, seus principais pontos, curiosidades e muitas fotos e videos. Observação - Podemos fazer em qualquer dia na semana @guiarodrigoindio

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 284 reviews

Passeio de Veleiro no Rio de Janeiro

Passeio de veleiro pela Baía de Guanabara . Nosso veleiro sai da Urca ( em frente ao restaurante Flutuante Rio). Passa por vários pontos históricos, como o Forte de São João , Ilha da Laje, Forte Santa Cruz, praias de Adão e Eva ( com parada para mergulho). O retorno é por Icarai, passando pelo MAC, Praia da Boa Viagem, aeroporto Santos Dumont ( onde vemos os aviões pousarem e decolarem bem a cima de nossa embarcação) e Aterro do Flamengo, com todos seus monumentos. No nosso passeio você terá a vista dos mais lindos cartões postais do Rio de Janeiro ( como o Pão de Açúcar e o Cristo Redentor), brindando ao por do sol com as nossas deliciosas caipirinhas de frutas! Venha viver essa experiência inesquecível!

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 88 reviews

KAYAKING TO THE MANGROVES

No one imagines that so close from Paraty city center there are so many beauties. Mangroves, islands, solitary beaches, wildlife , and more.... everything at only 30 minutes paddling from Pontal beach. We'll begin with a short briefing and paddling instruction for afterwards getting on the kayaks and heading towards the last mangroves of Paraty. we'll pass by solitary islands with lots of wildlife, birds, seagulls, some turtle maybe? who knows... our first stop will be at strait beach an isolated beach with spectacular** views and then... the mangroves, crossing them through a natural tunnel that gives us a filing of tunnel time crossing, finishing into corumbê bay another solitary & spectacular place. Duration of the tour, three hours, rowing time 80 minutes, medium physical effort. One or two stops. Have a good time . Other things to note Medium physical level, back problems (not recommended) pregnancy either, do you have any physical disability ? talk to us. weather conditions & tide may change or cancel our day trip. The only ones that offers you an insurance included.

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 39 reviews

Nascer do Sol Morro Dois Irmãos - no Vidigal

@guiarodrigoindio Nosso ponto de encontro será na Praça do Vidigal em frente a Avenida Niemeyer, apesar do horário é super seguro, local bem movimentado de turistas e moradores. Chegando na Praça do Vidigal, iremos pegar um transporte local (MOTOTAXI onde cada participante pagará 7,00 para subir e 7,00 para descer POR PESSOA) e subir até o início e entrada da trilha (cada prticipante pagará 10,00 POR PESSOA). Durante todo o trajeto, vamos poder aproveitar para conhecer uma das comunidades mais conhecidas do Rio e seu cotidiano A trilha é de nivel fácil/moderado e do cume é possível avistar toda a beleza da Zona Sul carioca, suas praias e bairros. É de tirar o fôlego. São 1,5km de percurso em aproximadamente 1 hora de caminhada. Durante nossa subida noturna teremos algumas paradas para fotos e contemplar algumas vistas únicas da Pedra da Gávea e de toda Favela da Rocinha, considerada a maior da América Latina, Chegando ao cume do O Morro Dois Irmãos poder desfrutar de um dos visuais mais incríveis do Rio de Janeiro, completando a paisagem das orlas da Zona Sul com uma beleza que garantiu seu título de cartão-postal carioca. Agora é só aguardar o espetáculo do amanhecer mais lindo da cidade. Qualquer duvidas entrar em contato @guiarodrigoindio

5 out of 5 average rating, 71 reviews

Boat trip at sunset, sunset saling rio de janeiro

Come and see up close, or rather, from the sea, the most admirable postcards of Rio de Janeiro! We will start the tour by boarding guests at the agreed location - Urca, Marina da Glória or Niterói. From there, we set sail towards the most famous sights that we can access through Guanabara Bay - Museu do Amanhã, Sugar Loaf, Santa Cruz Fortress, Lage Fort and Museum of Contemporary Art. We will also learn a little about the operation of the candles, life on board a sailboat and, to finish the tour, a delicious homemade snack will be offered, with fruits, juices, sandwich and coffee, while enjoying the sunset of a privileged place, which is the sea! Welcome!

Nature and outdoor activities in Rio de Janeiro

Nature and outdoor activities led by local experts

Spot birds with an acclaimed ornithologist

Play volleyball with an Olympian at Leblon Beach

Join an animal conservation mission in Rio

Top-rated nature and outdoor activities

Two Brothers the most beautiful hike in Rio

Rio's Best Snorkel Turtle Tour by Boat

Trilha Morro Dois Irmãos in the most beautiful Vidigal view of Rio

Pedra da Gávea Trail

Conquering Pedra da Gávea

The best trail in the area Cave/Natural Pools/Beach

Passeio de Veleiro no Rio de Janeiro

KAYAKING TO THE MANGROVES

Nascer do Sol Morro Dois Irmãos - no Vidigal

Boat trip at sunset, sunset saling rio de janeiro

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