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Paragliding in Rio de Janeiro: Tandem flight with hotel pickup
Paragliding in Rio de Janeiro: Tandem flight with hotel pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (182)2h 30mTandem paragliding in Rio de Janeiro pairs you with an experienced instructor for a flight over the city, starting with hotel pickup and a brief training session at Pedra Bonita. The experience runs about 2.5 hours total, includes private transportation, all insurance and equipment (helmet, flight belt, GoPro camera), and ends with digital video and photos of your flight. A guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese or French.Is it for me?Book this if you want the flight itself to be the focus rather than a guided tour with multiple stops—you're in the air with an instructor, not watching from the ground or listening to narration. The 2.5-hour window works for a morning or afternoon slot without eating your whole day.Free cancellationLikely to sell outMost bookedfromUS$ 319View ›
São Paulo Airport Drop Off: Private Transfer to Hotel
São Paulo Airport Drop Off: Private Transfer to Hotel★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (181)1hYou're met at Guarulhos arrivals with a nameplate, driven directly to your São Paulo hotel in a private car, and charged a fixed price agreed before landing. No waiting, no negotiation, no surprises on the meter. Infant seats are available if you need them.Is it for me?Worth booking if you land late, travel with luggage and children, or simply want to avoid the taxi queue—the driver waits at arrivals and the price is set before you get in, so the transfer stops being a negotiation at the curb.Free cancellationTop ratedfrom · per groupUS$ 199View ›
Ilhabela Superboat to Castelhanos Beach & Diving Stops
Ilhabela Superboat to Castelhanos Beach & Diving Stops★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (181)7h 30mYou board a superboat at 9:30 AM and make three stops over eight hours: Praia do Fome and Praia do Eustáquio for free diving (thirty minutes each), then Castelhanos Beach for lunch and swimming (two hours). The return includes a scenic pass by the earlier stops. Insurance is included, and you're back on shore by 5:30 PM.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see three beaches and spend a full day on the water without arranging your own boat or managing multiple operators — the fixed schedule and included insurance mean you show up at 9 AM and everything else is handled.Instant confirmationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 58View ›
Christ the Redeemer Private Tour: Skip the lines at dawn
Christ the Redeemer Private Tour: Skip the lines at dawn★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (181)8hYou start before dawn at Christ the Redeemer to beat the crowds, then move through Santa Teresa and the Selarón Steps with a guide who knows the city's history, visit the Cathedral's stained glass interior, and finish at Sugarloaf Mountain with cable car access included. Five hours, one vehicle, no separate tickets to buy at each stop, and you're back by early afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want Rio's five main landmarks in one morning without arranging transport, tickets, or timing yourself — the 7:20am start is what makes the Christ the Redeemer visit uncrowded, and the private format means the pace and stops work around what you want to see.Free cancellationTravelers' pick-20%fromUS$ 172View ›
Rio de Janeiro: Brazilian BBQ Class & Drinks in Copacabana
Rio de Janeiro: Brazilian BBQ Class & Drinks in Copacabana★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (180)3h 30mYou’ll jump right into Rio’s barbecue scene with hands-on grilling in Copacabana, guided by lively locals who make sure everyone gets involved. Taste classic churrasco dishes like picanha steak and cupim, mix your own tropical cocktails, and swap stories over endless drinks. By the end you’ll have new friends, recipes to take home, and maybe a few smoky smells clinging to your shirt.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 110View ›
Rio de Janeiro: Pedra do Telégrafo Hike & West Zone Beaches
Rio de Janeiro: Pedra do Telégrafo Hike & West Zone Beaches★★★★★★★★★★ 4.59 (172)6h–7hYou get van transport through Rio's West Zone beaches, a 50-minute forest hike led by an accredited guide, and time at Pedra do Telégrafo to photograph the rock and the view. The guide handles the trail pacing and the return, so you focus on the climb and the moment at the top. Expect a queue at the rock itself and plan for traffic in Rio's schedule.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want the Pedra do Telégrafo photo and the hike without arranging transport through Rio's West Zone or navigating the trail alone — the guide and van handle the logistics so you can focus on the climb and the view.Free cancellationBest valuefromUS$ 48View ›
Rio de Janeiro Food Tour: Copacabana, Santa Teresa & Lapa Tasting Walk
Rio de Janeiro Food Tour: Copacabana, Santa Teresa & Lapa Tasting Walk★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (170)6hYou’ll taste your way through Rio de Janeiro—from fresh açaí in Copacabana to cod cakes at Adega Pérola, pastries at Confeitaria Colombo, and cheese bread in Santa Teresa. Alongside your local guide you’ll meet artists, see Sugarloaf Mountain from new angles, and catch unexpected moments between bites.Free cancellationfromUS$ 199View ›
Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer Early Access & Santa Teresa Walk
Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer Early Access & Santa Teresa Walk★★★★★★★★★★ 4.78 (166)7hYou’ll start early at Christ the Redeemer before crowds arrive, stroll through Parque Lage’s gardens with monkeys overhead, eat lunch like a local in Rio de Janeiro, then wander Santa Teresa’s bohemian streets and climb Selarón Steps with your guide. End with sunset views from Sugar Loaf if you want—the whole day feels like seeing Rio wake up around you.Free cancellationfromUS$ 73View ›
Rio de Janeiro: 35-Min Doors-Off Helicopter Tour & Christ
Rio de Janeiro: 35-Min Doors-Off Helicopter Tour & Christ★★★★★★★★★★ 4.88 (164)35m–40mYou board a doors-off helicopter and spend 35 minutes flying over Rio's iconic landmarks — Christ the Redeemer, Ipanema, Copacabana, Sugarloaf Mountain, and the Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas — with unobstructed panoramic views and a certified pilot. Safety gear, headsets, and heliport lounge access are included; luggage stays behind and hair must be tied back. Weather or air traffic can shift your departure time, which the operator confirms before your flight.Is it for me?Book this if you want the unobstructed aerial view of Rio's landmarks — Christ the Redeemer, Ipanema, Copacabana, and Sugarloaf — without the cost and logistics of a longer tour; 35 minutes is enough to see the whole southern zone from above and capture photos without glass in the way.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 478View ›
Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Steps & Maracanã Express Tour
Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Steps & Maracanã Express Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.72 (158)5hYou’ll ride through Tijuca’s wild green heart before standing beneath Christ the Redeemer with all of Rio below you. Wander Selarón’s mosaic steps and feel the hush inside the cathedral’s stained glass walls. Snap photos at Maracanã Stadium and imagine Carnival drums echoing in the Sambadrome—all with hotel pickup and entrance tickets sorted for you.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −30%fromUS$ 77View ›
7-hour Private São Paulo Tour: Hotels or GRU Airport Pickup
7-hour Private São Paulo Tour: Hotels or GRU Airport Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (158)7hA 7-hour private tour of São Paulo with hotel or GRU airport pickup, covering Ibirapuera Park, the Sé Cathedral, the Japanese neighborhood, the Municipal Market, Jardins, Oscar Freire Street and Batman's alley. Your guide and driver are the same person for groups up to four; larger groups get a separate driver. The route is flexible—stops and timing adjust to what interests you most, and entrance fees to museums are optional.Is it for me?Pick hotel pickup if you're staying in São Paulo; choose airport pickup if you're arriving at GRU and want to head straight into the city. Tell your guide beforehand which neighborhoods or interests—art, architecture, markets—matter most so the route can focus there.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 207View ›
Búzios Private Boat Tour: Closed Group, BBQ & Swim Stops
Búzios Private Boat Tour: Closed Group, BBQ & Swim Stops★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (158)4h–7hYou’ll float along Búzios’ quiet bays with your own group aboard Drumond 1, stopping at hidden beaches to swim or just sprawl on a floating rug. Grill lunch right on deck or opt for a custom buffet — either way, salty air mixes with laughter and music as you take in old fishing stories from your local guide. It’s relaxed and real — not rushed or staged.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom · per groupUS$ 419View ›
Rio de Janeiro: Morro Two Brothers Trail & Sunset Views
Rio de Janeiro: Morro Two Brothers Trail & Sunset Views★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (153)3h 30mYou climb 1.5 kilometers through Vidigal with a neighborhood guide, stop at four viewpoints, and reach a peak with unobstructed views of Rio's entire south zone. The sunset option means you watch the city shift from daylight to night from the top. Local transport and guide are included; bring water and wear shoes with grip.Is it for me?Book this if you want Rio's best city views without a crowded cable car or a tourist-packed overlook—the hike and the neighborhood guide keep the experience grounded and real. The fixed 50-minute climb and included transport mean you know exactly what you're getting into and when you'll be back.Free cancellationfromUS$ 50View ›
Rio de Janeiro: Small-Group Bike Tour with Copacabana & Selarón Steps
Rio de Janeiro: Small-Group Bike Tour with Copacabana & Selarón Steps★★★★★★★★★★ 4.85 (153)4hYou’ll cycle through Rio de Janeiro’s iconic neighborhoods with a local guide, stopping at places like Copacabana Beach, São João Batista cemetery, Flamengo Park’s open spaces, Lapa’s arches and the famous Selarón Steps. Expect laughter, city sounds and real glimpses into daily life—plus all your bike gear is included for a relaxed ride.Free cancellationfromUS$ 49View ›
Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf & Private City Tour
Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf & Private City Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (149)8hYou’ll ride up Corcovado by train to stand beneath Christ the Redeemer, wander Lapa’s mosaic steps and Santa Teresa’s quirky streets, float above Rio by cable car to Sugarloaf Mountain, and cruise past Copacabana Beach—all with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story. Expect moments of quiet awe mixed with laughter and real city life.Free cancellationfromUS$ 231View ›
Rio de Janeiro: Brunch & Sunset Cruise with Caipirinha Bar
Rio de Janeiro: Brunch & Sunset Cruise with Caipirinha Bar★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (145)3hYou’ll sail from Marina da Glória with locals and travelers for a relaxed cruise around Guanabara Bay—brunch or sunset drinks included. Swim near Adam and Eve Beach, snack on fresh fruit and focaccia, sip caipirinhas made by your guide, and catch those shifting city views of Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer as you float back toward Rio’s lights.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 65View ›
Rio Tijuca Forest: Full-Day Challenge Hike & Waterfall Swim
Rio Tijuca Forest: Full-Day Challenge Hike & Waterfall Swim★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (143)8h–9hYou’ll push yourself on this full-day challenge hike through Rio’s Tijuca Forest—climbing Taquara Hill for sweeping city views, exploring hidden caves and old coffee farm ruins with a local guide, then cooling off in a wild waterfall before heading back to town tired but changed. This isn’t just scenery—it’s sweat, stories, and moments that linger.Free cancellationLikely to sell outfromUS$ 86View ›
Paraty: Private Horseback Riding & Serra da Bocaina Ranch
Paraty: Private Horseback Riding & Serra da Bocaina Ranch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (143)4hYou're picked up from your Paraty hotel and driven 45 minutes into the mountains to a private working ranch at 1,300 meters elevation. After a horsemanship introduction, you ride for 1 hour 45 minutes through the property with a guide who grew up on the land. The experience is reserved for your group alone, includes helmets and water, and returns you to the city center in the late afternoon.Is it for me?This works well if you want a riding experience that feels personal rather than crowded, and if you'd rather have someone who knows the land guide you than follow a standard trail — the private property and small group size are what make that possible.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 115View ›
Rio de Janeiro Airport Transfer: 4 Passengers to Copacabana & Ipanema
Rio de Janeiro Airport Transfer: 4 Passengers to Copacabana & Ipanema★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (141)1h–3hYou get picked up at the airport with a sign, driven in an air-conditioned vehicle to your Copacabana, Ipanema, or Leblon hotel, and arrive with luggage handled and no hidden charges. The driver speaks your language and waits if your flight is late — you just confirm your booking online and show up at arrivals.Is it for me?A good fit if you land in Rio without a car and want to skip the taxi negotiation at the curb. The driver waits for flight delays at no extra cost, which is what makes the fixed price reliable — you know exactly what you'll pay before you arrive.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom · per groupUS$ 79View ›
Sugarloaf Mountain Rock Climbing Adventure: Rio de Janeiro
Sugarloaf Mountain Rock Climbing Adventure: Rio de Janeiro★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (139)3hClimb Sugarloaf Mountain in Rio de Janeiro with a live guide, ascending the backside of the peak on a well-traveled trail with sections of scrambling and a 15-meter technical pitch that uses rope and harness. The guide handles all safety equipment and talks you through the exposed sections; the descent is by cable car from the summit to Morro da Urca, then a short trail down. Children from age 10 are welcome, and the whole experience takes about three hours.Is it for me?Start at the foot of Sugarloaf without needing a car or transport arranged—the meeting point is accessible by public transit nearby. The guide handles the technical setup and safety decisions, so you focus on the climbing itself rather than managing gear or route-finding.Free cancellationfromUS$ 100View ›
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