Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden & Tijuca Forest Tour

Nature lovers can explore Rio’s diversity through a guided visit to the Botanical Garden and Tijuca Forest. Highlights at the garden include towering imperial palms, the Sensory Garden, the Rainforest Greenhouse, and the celebrated Orchidarium. Visitors encounter tranquil lakes, the Japanese Garden, and wildlife such as monkeys and toucans. The tour then ventures into Tijuca Forest to see Taunay Waterfall, walk easy trails, and learn about the Atlantic Forest ecosystem. Stops include Vista Chinesa (except on weekends) for city views and a scenic drive past São Conrado beach, where hang-gliders can be seen soaring overhead.

What’s included

• Roundtrip transportation via air-conditioned vehicle
• All taxes, fees and handling charges
• Pickup and drop-off from the main hotels in the South Zone (Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, and Leblon)
• Professional guide with live tour commentary in English, Spanish, and Portuguese
• Tickets to the Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro (for option with all tickets included)

Not included

• Food or Drinks
• Gratuities

Good to know

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• On Saturdays and Sundays Vista Chinesa will be off the itinerary because vehicles are not allowed on the highway.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.