Parque Nacional de Tijuca y Jardín Botánico

Explore one of the largest urban forests in the world with a tour of Tijuca National Park. We pick up at the hotel and go to Tijuca Forest. It's almost a 4 hour tour. Located in the center of the city of Rio de Janeiro, the park was created in 1861 by decree of Emperor D. Pedro II to reforest an area previously destroyed by sugar cane and coffee plantations. The area is home to different species of small animals, such as squirrels, monkeys, porcupines, foxes and armadillos. Plus a million different butterflies, birds and reptiles. Remember that they are wild animals, so you should keep your distance and never feed them. Enjoy the rainforest and learn about its rich biodiversity. On the way, admire the Vista Chinesa viewpoint, the Taunay waterfall and the Mayrink Chapel. Have a beautiful viewpoint of the south of Rio de Janeiro from Vista Chinesa. Pass the Taunay waterfall, which tumbles over rough rock and into a calm pool below. Stop at the Mayrink Chapel, built in 1860 and known for its pink facade. Take a break to see the monolithic Pedra da Gávea and the statue of Christ the Redeemer from afar. Next, we go to the Botanical Gardens. Explore the collection of more than 7,000 species of tropical plants, bromeliads, orchids and native Brazilian plants at the Botanical Garden. At the FINAL of the tour, we return to the hotel. We offer this tour twice a day: in the morning or in the afternoon.