Pedra do Telégrafo Hike in Guaratiba: Rio's West Zone Trail

35 minutes up a medium trail, two beaches spread below you, and the west zone of Rio mapped out from the ridge.

Pedra do Telégrafo is a 5-hour hike in Guaratiba, on Rio de Janeiro's west zone, with a live guide and shared transport included. The trail climbs for 35 minutes at a medium pace to a ridge overlooking Parque da Pedra Branca and Recreio dos Bandeirantes beaches. Groups of two or more book together. The guide speaks English, Spanish or Portuguese.

What’s included

• Your tour includes a live guide for the full 5 hours.
• air-conditioned vehicle transport to and from Guaratiba.

Times

• Every day 06:00

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Before you book

Group Up to 20 1 private ›

Live guide English, Spanish and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Ages Adult (22 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Youth (10 to 21 years) · Child (5 to 9 years) · Infant (under 5)

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Moderate physical effort Pets welcome Public transport nearby Not recommended during pregnancy Not recommended with heart problems Not recommended with back problems Infants must sit on laps

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The experience

The hike starts in Guaratiba and moves uphill on a medium-level trail. After 35 minutes of walking, you reach the ridge at Pedra do Telégrafo, where the view opens across two beaches: Parque da Pedra Branca and Recreio dos Bandeirantes stretch along the coast below. The guide is with you throughout, and shared transport gets you there and back from Rio.

The full outing takes 5 hours. A live guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese leads the group. Pickup is included in the price. Minimum group size is two people, and the operator arranges shared transport for the route. Service animals are welcome on the trail.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (10 to 21 years); Child (5 to 9 years); Infant (under 5).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How steep is the Pedra do Telégrafo trail?

The trail is medium level, climbing steadily for 35 minutes to reach the ridge. It is not recommended for travelers with walking difficulties, spinal injuries, or poor cardiovascular health. You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness to complete it.

What beaches can I see from the top of Pedra do Telégrafo?

From the ridge, you look out over Parque da Pedra Branca beach and Recreio dos Bandeirantes beach, both on Rio's west zone coast.

Is water or food provided during the hike?

The tour includes a guide and transport, but lunch and bottled water are not included. Bring what you need for the 5-hour outing.