Rio de Janeiro Trip Overview
Pico da Tijuca is the highest mountain of Tijuca National Park. With about 1.000 meters of altitude, it has a privileged city view.
To get to the trail beginning, we cross Tijuca Forest, passing through waterfalls and lookouts, such as Chinese View and Emperor’s Table Monument, from where you can see the city in different perspectives.
Additional Info
Duration: 5 hours
Starts: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Trip Category: Shore Excursions >> Ports of Call Tours
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Pico da Tijuca is the highest mountain of Tijuca National Park. With about 1.000 meters of altitude, it has a privileged city view.
To get to the trail beginning, we cross Tijuca Forest, passing through waterfalls and lookouts, such as Chinese View and Emperor’s Table Monument, from where you can see the city in different perspectives.
Itinerary
The trail runs 2.800 meters and shows the beauty of our Atlantic Forest. It is possible to see several species of local flora and fauna.
Trail starts at Bom Retiro square, 660 meters high. We follow the route to Pico da Tijuca top in about an hour (one way). The walk is a Rio de Janeiro reference in mountaineering practice and it is even indicated for beginners.
To get to the trail beginning, we cross Tijuca Forest, passing through waterfalls and lookouts, such as Chinese View and Emperor’s Table Monument, from where you can see the city in different perspectives.
Stop At:
• Cascatinha Taunay, Estrada Floresta da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20531-510 Brazil
• Emperor’s Table, Rua Alto da Boa Vista, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 21043-080 Brazil
• Vista Chinesa, Estrada Dona Castorina Parque Nacional Da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22460-320 Brazil
