Activities - Hiking / Climbing Sugarloaf

Highlights: Hiking and rock climbing to the summit of Sugar Loaf (Pao de Acucar).

What to Bring: Light clothes, sunscreen, proper footwear, and camera. Don't forget to bring R$ for snacks and drinks.

Duration: 5 hrs.

Note: Minimum 2 people. Transportation to and from hotel is included, as well as all climbing equipment.

Sugar Loaf (Pão de Açúcar) is arguably the most famous landmark in Rio and all of Brazil. This huge slab of granite rock rises 396 metres above the Guanabara Bay and provides excellent views of Rio and the surrounding areas.

Instead of riding the cable car with the other tourists, here is your chance to hike and rock climb to the top. The trek starts off with an easy 30 minute walk along a pedestrian pathway with great views overlooking praia vermelha. We then hike and scramble up the side of the mountain enjoying great views of the bay. Before reaching the top we will rock climb a 25-30 metre section, which is then followed by more hiking.

Finally at the top, all the hard work is forgotten as you enjoy the breathtaking views of Rio de Janeiro, Guanabara Bay, surrounding beaches, and the city of Niteroi.

On the way down, we will ride one section of the cable car and then hike a forested area down the side of Urca Mountain.