Tijuca Rain Forest on 4-wheel drive
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Port
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Activity Level
Strenuous Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$180
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Depart the pier in an air conditioned vehicle, until you arrive at the Tijuca Forest. You will then swittch to the 4x4 vehicles with only ten guests per vehicle. Tijuca Forest -- home to hundreds of species of plant and wildlife, many of which are endangered and close to extinction.
Tijuca National Park is the world's largest urban forest, covering an impressive 7,900 acres. Watch for sloths and monkeys, and an enormous diversity of bird and butterfly species.
Next, visit the Chinese Lookout to see the astounding views of Corcovado and Sugar Loaf mountains, Ipanema and Leblon Beaches, and the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon.
Pausing at Taunay Falls, you'll have time to take photos. This is where you will swith back to your air conditioned vehicle.
The route back to the pier takes you past a long stretch of beautiful beaches.
Notes:
The vehicles provided for the tour are open-air jeeps that have a rustic appearance. It is advisable for guests to wear lightweight, casual clothing along with a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen due to the hot and humid temperatures. The jeeps run on diesel and may emit fumes, which might not be suitable for guests sensitive to such odors. The tour involves off-road terrain with bumpy roads, making it unsuitable for individuals with back or neck issues or for pregnant women. The journey to and from the forest takes approximately 60 minutes. While wildlife sightings are probable, they cannot be guaranteed. Additionally, the Chinese Lookout site remains closed on weekends and holidays.