Brazil · Sunrise Tours

Early Bird Sunrise at Pedra do Telegrafo Private Tour

6 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Rio de Janeiro. Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Private early-morning hike to Pedra do Telégrafo
02 Arrive around sunrise to avoid the longest lines
03 Photo opportunities from the famous cliffside rock
04 Views from Pedra da Bigorna along the trail
05 Chance to see Restinga da Marambaia and Ilha Grande on clear days
06 Optional 30-minute beach stop at Prainha or Grumari
07 Private transportation included in Rio de Janeiro

Start before dawn and reach Pedra do Telégrafo ahead of the crowds on this private sunrise hiking experience in Rio de Janeiro. Set within Pedra Branca State Park, the trail leads to one of the city’s most famous viewpoints, where you can take your time enjoying the scenery and capturing memorable photos from the iconic rock.

Along the route, enjoy additional viewpoints including Pedra da Bigorna, with sweeping views over the Restinga da Marambaia sandbank and, on clear days, as far as Ilha Grande. After the hike, you can choose to stop for a short swim at Prainha or Grumari Beach before returning to your accommodation.

Start before dawn and reach Pedra do Telégrafo ahead of the crowds on this private sunrise hiking experience in Rio de Janeiro.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Rio de Janeiro

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Located in the Pedra Branca State Park, Pedra do Telégrafo (elevation of 350 meters) is at the top of Guaratiba Hill and it takes about an hour to reach the summit. As we arrive here around 5am we should beat the crowds and be able to take our time to marvel at the sunset, with the wild beaches in the foreground.

There are several viewpoints along the way, such as the large rock called Pedra da Bigorna, from where you can marvel at the views of the Restinga da Marambaia sandbank and can on clear days see as far as Ilha Grande.

Day 02

On the way back we can stop, if you want, to relax and swim at Grumari or Prainha beach for around 30 minutes.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in Rio de Janeiro. 1 city · 6 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Private transportation
Flashlight
Certified experienced hike guide

What's Not Included

Bottled water
Snacks

Know before you go

INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infant seats unavailable
Not recommended for people with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for people with heart conditions
Not recommended for anybody who has difficulty with a moderate hike
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