Outdoors things to do in Rio de Janeiro

We rank 854 outdoor things to do in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The highest scoring is Pedra da Gávea hike, your best experience in Rio with an Outty Ranking of 96 out of 100, and prices across the category start at $30 per person. Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

Ranked experiences
854
In the 90+ Club
10
Available today
60
From
$30

Outdoors in Rio de Janeiro compared

Top 10 outdoor things to do in Rio de Janeiro by Outty Ranking, price, duration and traveler rating
ExperienceOutty RankingFromDurationRating
Pedra da Gávea hike, your best experience in Rio96$676h5/5 (510)
Favela Tour Rio de Janeiro - Vidigal Walking Tour by Russo Guide95$312.5h5/5 (435)
Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included95$756h4.9/5 (3,033)
Rio: Tijuca Rainforest Hike, Wildlife, Waterfalls & Caves94$755h4.9/5 (1,481)
Explore the Best of Tijuca Forest – Hike to Peaks, Caves & Falls94$795h4.9/5 (1,195)
Private SUV : Telégrafo Stone, 18 beaches, sunset and photography94$769h5/5 (374)
Tijuca Forest Half-Day Hike (Small Group or Private)91$645h5/5 (234)
3 Hour Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with a Local Guide91$483h4.8/5 (955)
Rio de Janeiro Sunset Sailing Tour with Drinks91$653h4.9/5 (1,025)
Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Boat Tour with Swimming, Drinks & Snacks90$643h5/5 (297)

Every outdoors experience we rank in Rio de Janeiro

Outdoors in Rio de Janeiro: common questions

What are the best outdoors things to do in Rio de Janeiro?
Pedra da Gávea hike, your best experience in Rio is the highest ranked, with an Outty Ranking of 96 out of 100 from 510 traveler reviews. Favela Tour Rio de Janeiro - Vidigal Walking Tour by Russo Guide, Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included, Rio: Tijuca Rainforest Hike, Wildlife, Waterfalls & Caves follow close behind. We rank 854 outdoors experiences in Rio de Janeiro in total.
How much do outdoors activities in Rio de Janeiro cost?
Expect around $112 per person on average. The cheapest we rank is Two brothers (Dois Irmãos) Hike from $30, and prices climb for small-group departures, skip-the-line access and evening slots.
Can I book outdoors activities in Rio de Janeiro for today?
Yes. 60 of the 60 top-ranked outdoors experiences we track in Rio de Janeiro currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book in the morning where you can.
How does Outty rank outdoors experiences in Rio de Janeiro?
Every experience gets an Outty Ranking from 0 to 100 built from traveler sentiment, review depth, recent booking momentum, value against comparable outdoors options in Rio de Janeiro, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Anything scoring 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.
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