Tijuca National Park and Botanic Garden Guided Tour & Transfer in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Tijuca National Park and Botanic Garden Guided Tour & Transfer

Outty Ranking 67 4.4 · 42 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $36
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Outty Ranking

67/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.4/5

Based on 42 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Tijuca National Park and Botanic Garden Guided Tour & Transfer worth booking?

Tijuca National Park and Botanic Garden Guided Tour & Transfer is a 3-hour experience in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from $36 per person. It scores 67 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 42 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
67 / 100
Rating
4.4/5 (42)
Duration
3 hours
From
$36 per person

Explore one of the largest urban forests in the world with a tour to the Tijuca National Park. Meet the tour guide at your hotel lobby and head to the Tijuca Forest. The area is home to different small species of animals, such as squirrels, monkeys, porcupines, foxes and armadillos. Plus, a million different butterflies, birds, and reptiles. Just remember that they are wild animals, so you must keep your distance and never feed them. Enjoy the tropical rainforest and learn about its rich biodiversity. On the way, admire the Vista Chinesa belvedere, the Taunay waterfall and the Mayrink Chapel. Take a pause to see from a distance the monolithic Pedra da Gávea and the Christ the Redeemer statue. As a bonus, we add the Botanic Garden in this tour for you. Explore the collection of more than 7,000 species of tropical plants, bromeliads, orchids and native Brazilian plants in the Botanic Garden. Tour guide, roundtrip transfer, entrance to Tijuca National Park included.

What you get

    About this experience

    Explore one of the largest urban forests in the world with a tour to the Tijuca National Park. Meet the tour guide at your hotel lobby and head to the Tijuca Forest. The area is home to different small species of animals, such as squirrels, monkeys, porcupines, foxes and armadillos. Plus, a million different butterflies, birds, and reptiles. Just remember that they are wild animals, so you must keep your distance and never feed them. Enjoy the tropical rainforest and learn about its rich biodiversity. On the way, admire the Vista Chinesa belvedere, the Taunay waterfall and the Mayrink Chapel. Take a pause to see from a distance the monolithic Pedra da Gávea and the Christ the Redeemer statue. As a bonus, we add the Botanic Garden in this tour for you. Explore the collection of more than 7,000 species of tropical plants, bromeliads, orchids and native Brazilian plants in the Botanic Garden. Tour guide, roundtrip transfer, entrance to Tijuca National Park included.

    What's included

    Included

    • Professional guide
    • Free entrance to Tijuca National Park
    • In-vehicle air conditioning

    Not included

    • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
    • Gratuities
    • Lunch
    • Entrance fees

    What you'll see and do

    1. Parque Nacional da Tijuca

      Located in the middle of the Rio de Janeiro city, the park was created in 1861 by decree of the Emperor D. Pedro II to reforest an area once destroyed by sugarcane and coffee plantations.

      120 minutes here

    2. Vista Chinesa

      Have a beautiful overlook of Rio de Janeiro's southern side from the Vista Chinesa.

      30 minutes here

    3. Cascatinha Taunay

      Pass the Taunay waterfall, which tumbles over rugged rock and faces into a calm pool below.

      Pass by without stopping

    4. Capela Mayrink

      Stop by the nearby Mayrink Chapel built in 1860 and known for its pink facade.

      Pass by without stopping

    5. Botanical Garden

      The Botanic Garden was founded in 1808 by D. Joao VI for introducing and acclimatizing economically beneficial plants brought from other tropical regions outside of Brazil.

      60 minutes here · Admission not included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    de, pt, en, it, fr, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Rio Carioca Tour Ltda

    Know before you go

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are recommended for this tour.
    • Do not touch or feed the animals.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers per Minivan.
    • Minimum of 2 people are required for this activity to take place.
    • Contact us to confirm the pickup time according to hotel location.
    • Botanic Garden tickets must be paid in cash.

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 42 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    9 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    2 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

    42 verified traveler reviews for Tijuca National Park and Botanic Garden Guided Tour & Transfer. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    S3452UOdominicl · October 2026

    The best tour guide in Rio.

    Wagner is a 5 star excellent tour guide. My Mother and I enjoyed our time visiting the Botanic Garden and Tijuca National Park. I learned so much from Wagner and highly recommend this tour. The transportation from the hotel and back was excellent.

    via Tripadvisor

    giorgiadW3191XK · August 2026

    Worst tour operator

    The worst experience!!!! Do not reserve with this tour operator!!! We did not visited the tijuca forest because “the driver is deaf and he didn’t understand”. One day lost with no reasons.

    via Tripadvisor

    Jeff_J · May 2026

    Okay, but better options exist.

    Kinda lame. Thiago is a friendly driver, but offers no insights into the forest. Basically this tour is pick you up, drive to an overlook, to a waterfall, and to an outdated goofy welcome center. Transit to botanical garden is just a drop-off, not a ticket to enter it. Basically this tour is ride around with a friendly guy, see a couple simple stops, not worth it in my opinion.

    via Viator

    Anna_M · April 2026

    It was great to get out...

    It was great to get out of the urban and busy part of the city to visit these two outdoor gems. Nobody else signed up for my tour so I got a solo guide! Wagner was very knowledgeable and clearly loves the outdoors, flora and fauna, and these two parks. He was able to guide me to some of the nicest scenes in the gardens and to a lovely waterfall and vista in the park.

    via Viator

    martynabH3280PV · November 2025

    Thank you !

    The tour was great, with lots of useful information! The guide, Monica, is a wonderful person who speaks three languages! Thank you and greetings from Poland!

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Price range
    $36 to $140
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    15
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Rio Carioca Tour Ltda, who run 29 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 60.4.

    See everything Rio Carioca Tour Ltda runs

    Why this scores 67

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)64
    Review evidence (18% weight)58
    Booking momentum (14% weight)50
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)26
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Tijuca National Park and Botanic Garden Guided Tour & Transfer: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rio de Janeiro.

    How much does Tijuca National Park and Botanic Garden Guided Tour & Transfer cost?

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    Prices start at $36 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rio de Janeiro usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Tijuca National Park and Botanic Garden Guided Tour & Transfer take?

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    Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Rio de Janeiro is not rushed.

    Is Tijuca National Park and Botanic Garden Guided Tour & Transfer worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 67 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 42 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Rio de Janeiro, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Tijuca National Park and Botanic Garden Guided Tour & Transfer?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Tijuca National Park and Botanic Garden Guided Tour & Transfer suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Tijuca National Park and Botanic Garden Guided Tour & Transfer?

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    Around 15 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Rio de Janeiro can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Rio de Janeiro and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Tijuca National Park and Botanic Garden Guided Tour & Transfer start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Rio de Janeiro within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Rio de Janeiro?

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    On Outty we rank every Rio de Janeiro experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Pedra da Gávea hike, your best experience in Rio, Favela Tour Rio de Janeiro - Vidigal Walking Tour by Russo Guide, Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Rio de Janeiro?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Tijuca National Park and Botanic Garden Guided Tour & Transfer?

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    Included: Professional guide; Free entrance to Tijuca National Park; and In-vehicle air conditioning. Not included: Souvenir photos (available to purchase); Gratuities; Lunch; and Entrance fees. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Tijuca National Park and Botanic Garden Guided Tour & Transfer include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 74 listed pickup locations in and around Rio de Janeiro. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Tijuca National Park and Botanic Garden Guided Tour & Transfer offered in?

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    It is offered in German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Tijuca National Park and Botanic Garden Guided Tour & Transfer?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Tijuca National Park and Botanic Garden Guided Tour & Transfer wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Tijuca National Park and Botanic Garden Guided Tour & Transfer if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Tijuca National Park and Botanic Garden Guided Tour & Transfer?

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    Across 42 reviews averaging 4.4 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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