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A serene, verdant oasis in the midst of bustling Rio de Janeiro, the city’s Botanical Garden (Jardim Botânico) offers a chance to see and learn about both Amazonian and imported plants. There are over 6,500 species of plant contained in the 133-acre (54-hectare) plot, as well as an important research facility and botanical library.
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Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden Tour
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Get more out of your visit to the famous Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden when you go with a guide. Walk through the highlights of this UNESCO-listed biosphere reserve while learning about learning about its history and mission, plus see plants and animals from around the world like monkeys, toucans, and giant Amazonian water lilies. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.
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$45.60
Price varies by group size
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$45.60
Price varies by group size

Tijuca Forest and Botanical Garden
41
The Tijuca National Forest is one of the largest urban rainforests in the world, set on mountain slopes just west of Rio de Janeiro. With this tour, discover two of the city’s nature sites, starting with a guided walk through the Rio Botanical Gardens, including the Turtle Lake and Sensory Garden. Then, hike through Tijuca, learn more about the native plants and wildlife, and admire Taunay Waterfall.
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$44.00
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$44.00

Botanic Garden and Parque Lage Guided Tour & Transfer
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Visit the Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro on this guided tour. A popular tourist attraction, the garden houses rare collections of bromeliads and orchids, as well as other exotic plants, plus yards and yards of towering royal palm trees. In addition, you might possibly spot more than a hundred different species of birds that live in the trees.
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$60.00
Price varies by group size
From
$60.00
Price varies by group size

Rio Botanical Garden and Tijuca Rainforest Jeep Tour
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Explore Brazil's diverse plant life on this tour of the Tijuca Rainforest and the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden. During this 4-hour activity, visit the city's botanical garden to view a variety of exotic and native plants. Ride in a jeep through the Tijuca Rainforest, stopping for a leisurely hike with picturesque views and chances to see local wildlife. Round-trip transportation from Rio de Janeiro hotels is included.
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$65.23
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$65.23

Tijuca National Park and Botanic Garden Guided Tour & Transfer
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Explore the world's largest urban rainforest, Tijuca National Park, during this 3-hour tour in Rio de Janeiro. With a nature guide, discover the swaths of verdant foliage and abundance of local wildlife within the confines of this vibrant city. A bio-diverse hot spot, the fragile ecosystem is home to several waterfalls and many endangered species. Enjoy views of Pedra da Gávea and the Christ the Redeemer statue and stop at the Emperor's Table and the Chinese View. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.
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$60.00
Price varies by group size
From
$60.00
Price varies by group size

Private Custom Half-Day Layover tour Must-Sees in Rio
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This customizable private half-day tour is the perfect way to see Rio in that laid-back Brazilian kind of way. Pick-up is when and where you want it, and then its ‘choose your own adventure’ time. Christ the Redeemer, Ipanema Beach, the Selaron Steps, Sugarloaf Mountain, or some combination, it's up to you. And when you're hungry, stop for a delicious Brazilian lunch to refuel.
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$183.79
per group
From
$183.79
per group

Tijuca National Park Hike and Waterfall Rappelling
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Trek through Tijuca National Park and rappel down a waterfall with local hiking guide during an eco-adventure in Rio. Hike through the world's largest urban rainforest, learning about its history, plant and animal life through commentary from your guide. Reach Horto Falls, located on a defunct coffee farm. Using the provided equipment, rappel down the falls into a natural well. Keep an eye out for local wildlife native to the Carioca Mountain Range.
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$92.31
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$92.31

Botanical Garden and Tijuca Rainforest Jeep Tour
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Our Jeep ride through the city of Rio de Janeiro will take you visit two sites of great natural beauty and cultural interest, besides being a trip of fun and full of adrenaline.
The excursion TIJUCA RAINFOREST & BOTANICAL GARDEN - JEEP TOUR, begins with a visit to the Botanical Garden, one of the most beautiful and best preserved green areas of the city. Founded in 1808 by D. João, then Prince Regent of Portugal, Botanical Garden is famous for the exuberance and importance of its plant collections, as well as the beauty of its landscapes. Its bicentennial history is expressed in its monuments, buildings and works of art.
Then we will go to the National Park of Tijuca Forest, the largest urban forest in the world, being able to enjoy panoramic viewpoints along the way. We will stop at the Chinese View Belvedere which features a magnificent view of Ipanema and Copacabana beaches, the Guanabara Bay and the Sugar Loaf Mountain and at the end a stop at Pepino Beach to see the hang gliders
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$56.00
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$56.00

Helicopter tour in Rio de Janeiro
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Rio de Janeiro is already beautiful seeing from below, now imagine seeing from above, it becomes an unforgettable trip. We will fly over sights of the Marvelous City and we will know places and points from a different angle.
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$255.78
From
$255.78

Full-Day Custom Private Tour of Rio
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Explore Rio de Janeiro on this all-day customizable private tour with a guide. Whether you want to see the city’s popular attractions or places off the beaten path, your guide will be able to recommend the best spots, as well as ways to beat the crowds. The itinerary is based on your interests and is completely flexible. The tour includes pickup and drop-off from your Rio accommodations or from the cruise port or airport.
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$125.00
Price varies by group size
From
$125.00
Price varies by group size

Private Tour: Rio de Janeiro Customizable City Sightseeing with Optional Corcovado and Sugar Loaf Tickets
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See all of Rio's highlights on this guided private sightseeing tour. Spend as much or as little time as you like and customize your own itinerary to your interests, whether they be sports, art, history or food. Travel between stops in your comfortable private vehicle, enjoying commentary from your local guide. Upgrade your tour with a trip by cog train through Tijuca Forest to the top of Corcovado Mountain or by cable car to the summit of Sugar Loaf Mountain.
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$102.07
Price varies by group size
From
$102.07
Price varies by group size

Private Hidden Gems Tour in Rio: best views of the city including Santa Teresa!
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Experience Rio de Janeiro on a private, full-day tour with a licensed guide. Choose to explore with a driver-guide or a separate driver and guide for more personal attention and local insights. Customize your own itinerary, see the sights that interest you most, and uncover local secrets and see little-known gems with your guide like the Chinese View and Santa Teresa.
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$230.00
per group
From
$230.00
per group

Private Tour: Explore Rio creating your own Itinerary
10
Be free to choose you itinerary!
We know that there is nothing better than taking a tour freely, with availability of time and going to the places you want, without following a certain established itinerary, which may be has places that do not get your attention. Well, this tour gives you that possibility
On this tour, we can visit what you most want and have interest or curiosity, because you are the one who create the tour. The Tour Guide that will go along with you will tell you the stories, details and particularities of the places that are visited, and will give you suggestions of places to visit, as well as tips to make your stay in the city really enjoyable.
The car and the guide will be at your disposal throughout the tour, so you can take the most advantage of your experience in the city and take a wonderful memory of Rio de Janeiro!
Note: You can choose doing this tour in the morning or in the afternoon, depends on the availability
Do you join this experience? Let´s go!
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$190.00
per group
From
$190.00
per group

Natural Highlights of Rio
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Known throughout the world for its natural beauties, Rio de Janeiro offers countless places to be in direct contact with nature. Few places in the world have the privilege of integrating such a natural richness into a single territory.
In this tour we will visit some of these places, forests, lagoons, gardens, beaches, waterfalls, sea, mountain, to surprise us with its beauties and escape a bit of urban life, making the most of these charms that the city offers.
Let's tour together these beautiful places, so you can take the best memories of the great natural heritage of Rio de Janeiro..
The tour also includes free pick up at the south area hotels in Rio.
You will be accompanied with a Tourism guide that will indicate the best options and give suggestions so that your trip be truly wonderful!
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$55.28
From
$55.28

Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour - Christ the Redeemer
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A tour full of charms.
Rio de Janeiro is an obligatory itinerary for visitors looking for breathtaking landscapes and that typical carioca friendliness.
One of the most charming postcards in Brazil, it can be enjoyed in a unique and unforgettable way through a beautiful panoramic flight.
*If on the date of the flight Christ is not visible due to the weather, the flight will be carried out over the beaches.
Takeoffs require a minimum capacity of 3, 4 or 5 passengers, depending on the type of helicopter in use.
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$141.00
From
$141.00

The Best of Rio de Janeiro in a Private Guided Tour
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Take your Rio de Janeiro sightseeing experience into your own hands on this customizable, private tour of the Marvelous City. Alongside a ‘carioca’ (Rio de Janeiro resident) and personal driver, tick off top Rio attractions chosen by you. Personalize your itinerary according to your interests and only visit the sites you wish to see: your guide tailors the tour according to preferred themes, such as food, history, or sport, and offers undivided attention throughout. Pickup and drop-off from your Rio de Janeiro hotel are included.
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$165.50
per group
From
$165.50
per group

Christ, Botanic Garden & Waterfall Shower. 6 Hours Tour.
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Discover the best of Rio de Janeiro on this half-day private tour around the city’s main highlights. Visit the iconic Christ the Redeemer Statue on top of the famous Corcovado Mountain, the colorful Botanical Garden home to over 7,000 species of tropical plants, and Tijuca National Park for a dip in the pristine waters of a local waterfall, as you admire the beautiful nature of the city throughout the day.
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$135.00
Price varies by group size
From
$135.00
Price varies by group size

Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour
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Fly over Rio's landmarks in a helicopter during this 8 minutes tour from Rio de Janeiro. During the 8-9 minutes of flight time, get aerial views of the Rio skyline, Copacabana Beach and Guanabara Bay. See the spectacular granite peaks of both Sugar Loaf Mountain and Corcovado Mountain, as well as an up-close view of the Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer) statue. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.
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$216.12
From
$216.12

Bike Tour - Rio Sunset with Copacabana & Botanical Garden
An amazing tour along the world's most famous beaches. You will have the chance to feel and observe how the cariocas beach way of life and blend in like a local.
We will begin our ride at the Belmont Copacabana Palace, one of the main spots in Copacabana. Cycle around the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon using the vast bicycle lanes available throughout the South zone of Rio. We will then go to the Botanical Garden and after to the Leblon lovely lookout point. The last stop will be at Arpoador, where you will enjoy the most famous sunset in Rio de Janeiro.
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$51.00
From
$51.00

Botanical Garden, a Place of Science, Culture, and Leasure
Visit the Botanical Garden, an institution that is at the forefront of scientific research on tropical flora, and attracts the curiosity of distinguished visitors such as the scientist Albert Einstein. Now it is your turn to know this pleasant space.
• Come and visit the Botanical Garden that integrates culture, environment, and scientific knowledge.
• Observe the plantation areas and leisure spaces crossed by alleys and decorated with sculptures, bridges, pergolas, fountains, and lakes.
• Meet the place for the acclimatization in a tropical climate of oriental spices, such as black tea, in the early nineteenth century.
• Get to know the place where the Chinese, who held millenarian knowledge about tea culture, came to take care of the spices.
• Make a quick visit to the Brazilian Jockey Club, close to the Botanical Garden, and built in Louis XV style.
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$86.68
From
$86.68

Promo Rio de Janeiro: 4 Wonders Jeep Tour + Walking Tour At Centro Historico
In this promotional package you will get to know the whole city of Rio de Janeiro in a slightly different way: On a 4x4 Jeep and a walking tour of the city center.
On the first day we start with a visit to Tijuca Forest, continuing to Corcovado Hill, where is the monument of Christ the Redeemer, and then we will visit Sugar Loaf Mountain, and finally the Botanical Garden, one of the most beautiful parts. of the city
In the second we will take a walk that gives visitors an idea of the legends and stories woven around the narrow streets and historic buildings in central Rio de Janeiro. The tour includes a visit to several interesting points, such as São Bento Monastery, Candelaria (the candle makers), Praça XV, the "Travessa do Mercado", the Imperial Palace, the cultural center located in Banco Brasil, from the street of Casa França-Brasil and the traditional Café of Colombo store.
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$194.00
From
$194.00

Tour 4 ( 8 hours ) : Sugar Loaf , Botanical Garden , Favela and western beaches
I am born and raised in Rio and love my city . Besides I have lots of experience to make a very special tour
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$259.46
per group
From
$259.46
per group

Alternative Viewpoints 4 Hours Private Tour
This tour you take you to 4 off the beaten path viewpoints in Rio and give you a real perspective of the city. You’ll be able to see the best view in town staying away from the crowds that flock to the main attractions.
Perfect for those who love landscapes but don’t want to stand in lines at the main attractions.
I’ve carefully selected the top 4 admission free vantage points in Rio.
Parque do Penhasco
Chinese Pagoda
Mirante Dona Marta
Parque das Ruinas
Tour includes pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in Rio, cruise port or airport.
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$84.00
$21.00 savings
Price varies by group size
From
$84.00
$21.00 savings
Price varies by group size

Nature Visit Around Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Rio de Janeiro is a large city surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes. Join a private guide and take a tour of the city’s best natural attractions to get a better idea of the local ecosystem. Discover the diverse flora and fauna of Brazil at the botanical gardens; walk around the jungle-encompassed Lage Park; see hundreds of animals at the BioParque zoo and AquaRio aquarium.
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$283.36
Price varies by group size
From
$283.36
Price varies by group size
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