Challenge yourself with an exhilarating hike up Corcovado Mountain in Rio de Janeiro. Tour the Christ the Redeemer statue area at the top of the mountain after this beautiful Rio hike. This adventure is for people who are physically fit and ready for hours of up and downhill hiking.
You will be picked up at your hotel by a complimentary transportation service, and you will be driven to Parque Lage, where your hike will begin. Parque Lage was once an old coffee farm, but now it is the site of a neoclassical mansion with beautiful surrounding gardens. The Brazilian School of Visual Arts is also situated in this picturesque area. From there your 2.8 mile (roundtrip) hike begins. You will hike on a trail that traverses the Atlantic Rainforest. This forest is designated as a World Biosphere Reserve and contains a large number of endangered species. You may see some of these elusive animals while on your hike, including some interesting monkeys and squirrels. You will also have the chance to catch sights of incredible landscapes from the mountain that many visitors never see.
While on your Corcovado hiking tour, your guide will also teach you about the history of Corcovado and the forest area, educating you on the hundreds of years of history, which dates to the colonial period. At the summit, you will have reached a New Wonder of the World, the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer. Tour the area surrounding the Christ the Redeemer statue, one of the largest statues of Jesus in the world, constructed between 1922 and 1931. Wonder at one of the most recognized symbol of Brazil as you feel the accomplishment of conquering the uphill part of the hike.
From the summit of Corcovado Hill and the statue, you will hike back down, admiring the beautiful trails once again, and your trip will end at the base. Be sure to pack snacks and water, as well as sunscreen, insect repellant, and a camera in a small backpack. Please dress appropriately for hiking in a warm climate. This Rio tour will excite you physically and visually, and it will be one you will never forget.
