Botanical Garden + Tijuca Forest + Lage Park Tour
Enjoy a day surrounded by nature visiting the green lungs of Rio de Janeiro on this tour of the Botanical Garden, Tijuca Forest and Lage Park.
Tour options
When booking you can choose between the following options. Both last four hours and include hotel pick-up at the time of your choice and drop off, as well as an English-speaking guide who will accompany you throughout the tour.
Botanical Garden + Tijuca Forest
Our first stop will be the Tijuca Forest, located in the center of Rio de Janeiro. We'll visit one of the largest urban forests in the world, where we'll be able to see animals such as squirrels, monkeys and armadillos, as well as different species of butterflies, birds and reptiles.
Then, we'll be heading to our next destination, but on our way, we'll stop at the Vista Chinesa viewpoint, the Taunay waterfall, the Capela Mayrink and its pink facade, and another viewpoint from which we'll admire a beautiful view of the monolithic Pedra da Gávea and Christ the Redeemer. We'll finally arrive at the Botanical Garden, where we will explore tropical plants it houses -there are over 7000 species in the garden. Also, we'll visit the Frei Landro Lake, the Japanese Garden and the Orchidarium.
Botanical Garden + Lage Park
First, we'll go to the Botanical Garden, where we'll visit its different areas: the Frei Landro Lake, the Chafariz das Musas sculpture, the beautiful Japanese Garden and the Orchidarium. We'll be able to admire its varied species of tropical plants such as bromeliads and orchids.
Then we're off to Lage Park, located under the Corcovado Mountain. In this beautiful spot, the nature of the Atlantic Forest is mixed with the elegant buildings from the 19th century. We'll stroll through its English gardens and wooded paths while discovering artificial caves and impressive mansions.
Hotel pick up
This activity includes pick up from hotels in the southern (Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, Botafogo, Flamengo, Catete) and central areas of Rio de Janeiro. If you're staying somewhere else, please let us know so we can arrange a new meeting point.
Pick up is also included from the cruise port.
Important
The schedule of this activity may be impacted by Carnival celebrations. In this case, we'll get in touch to notify you of any possible changes.
Price
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Duration
4 hours 30 minutes.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.
Included
Hotel pick up and drop off
Transport by bus or minibus
English speaking guide
Up to 6% discount on the official ticket price.
Not included
Entry to the Botanical Garden: between R$ 8.50 (US$ 1.70) and R$ 67 (US$ 13.20) per person.
When to book?
You can book up until 18 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Accessible only for folding chairs. This must be indicated in the reservation.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code. Specifically, this activity applies the following practices: Show more
Printed material is avoided.
No single-use plastics are used.
The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.
No printing of documentation required.
Promotes local employment.
Has a gender equality policy.
Promotes local employment.
Has a gender equality policy.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us .
