Get to the most secluded beaches of Rio, Prainha and Grumari. Take an easy hike in a small group tour in the tropical rainforest and finally rest and enjoy the paradisiac Grumari Beach for 3 hours.

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Duration 8 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English, Portuguese
Pickup included: Hotel pickup and drop-off is provided from designated hotels and hostels in the South Zone area. Please check with the local partner to see if this service is possible from your hotel/address. If pickup is not available from your hotel, a nearby meeting point will be provided instead.
Private or small groups available

Highlights

Visit Prainha and Grumari, secluded beaches in West Rio
Take an easy hike to a summit with amazing view
Stop at the Roncador viewpoint. Admire the Sleeping Giant, the mountain that inspires Rio's local legend
Spend a relaxing couple of hours at the paradisiac Grumari Beach
Enjoy the intimacy of a small group of maximum 6 people

Full description

Travel to the west part of Rio de Janeiro, an area that remains untouched, yet is abundant with nature. Following the coastline, you'll pass by Reserva Beach and Lagoa de Marapendi, before stopping at Roncador viewpoint, that offers a great view to the Sleeping Giant. In this park, see a project where biologists treat animals to put them back to nature. Then we'll head to Prainha, a charming small beach considered the best surf spot in Rio where you'll hike for about 1.5 hours (roundtrip) and reach Caeté summit. From this summit, you will see an amazing view of the coast and the other mountains of Rio and, with a bit of imagination, the legendary 'sleeping giant'. From Prainha, drive for 5 more minutes to Grumari, your last stop where you'll stay and enjoy the beach for about 3 hours. The area is also protected and you'll be able to enjoy an amazing and paradisiac tropical beach, white sands, green mountains and clear blue waters.

Includes

Bilingual tour guide
Insurance (you must provide passport number, birth date and full name of participants)
Transportation (most of the South Zone of Rio)
Umbrellas and cangas for the beach

Food
Water and drinks
Transportation from outlying areas

Not suitable for

Children under 6 years
Children under 8 years
People with heart problems
Wheelchair users
Non-swimmers
People with high blood pressure

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 3 months, or a negative test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
All participants over 12 years old must present one of the following: proof of full vaccination, proof of first vaccination administered at least 22 days ago, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts
Masks are required while indoors

Important information

What to bring

Swimwear
Towel
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Daypack
Water
Food

Not allowed

Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

Please bring:
Snacks and water (2 to 3 liters)
Sunscreen
Insect repellant
Small backpack
Swimwear and towel (for the beach)
Please wear:
Weather-appropriate clothing
Sneakers/hiking boots (no sandals!)
This tour is not recommended for children under 6 years of age; people with a history of cardiovascular, pulmonary, or any illness/condition incompatible with difficult physical activities
The tour requires reasonable fitness. Children with more than 6 years old are welcome if they enjoy hiking and nature and please also consider the tour is a full day (8 to 9h)
Hike Details: duration 1.5 hour round-trip distance 2.8 km (1,8 miles). Elevation gain 190m (624ft).
The operator of this tour reserves the right to refuse any participant that they believe are unable to endure this hike

Prainha and Grumari Beaches: Small Group Hike and Swim

Prainha and Grumari Beaches: Small Group Hike and Swim

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Everything was great... relaxed day on the beach with few people....