Outdoors things to do in Rio de Janeiro

We rank 131 outdoor things to do in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The highest scoring is Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included with an Outty Ranking of 96 out of 100, and prices across the category start at $20 per person. Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

Ranked experiences
131
In the 90+ Club
12
Available today
60
From
$20

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
Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included96$696h4.9/5 (2,960)
Rio: Tijuca Rainforest Hike, Wildlife, Waterfalls & Caves96$2005h4.9/5 (1,394)
Explore the Best of Tijuca Forest – Hike to Peaks, Caves & Falls96$3905h4.9/5 (1,118)
3 Hour Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with a Local Guide94$203h4.8/5 (943)
Private Custom Full-Day Highlights in Rio: Only the Best Sights!93$10838h4.9/5 (796)
Rio de Janeiro Sunset Sailing Tour with Drinks93$603h4.8/5 (1,015)
Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Boat Tour with Swimming, Drinks & Snacks92$503h5/5 (294)
The Best Half Day in Rio with Christ Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Hill92$1005h4.8/5 (1,588)
Rio de Janeiro Sunset Cruise or Sailing Tour91$1443h4.9/5 (497)
Full Day in Rio: Christ by Train, Sugarloaf, Selarón & Barbecue91$938h4.7/5 (945)

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?
Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included is the highest ranked, with an Outty Ranking of 96 out of 100 from 2,960 traveler reviews. Rio: Tijuca Rainforest Hike, Wildlife, Waterfalls & Caves, Explore the Best of Tijuca Forest – Hike to Peaks, Caves & Falls, 3 Hour Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with a Local Guide follow close behind. We rank 131 outdoors experiences in Rio de Janeiro in total.
How much do outdoors activities in Rio de Janeiro cost?
Expect around $283 per person on average. The cheapest we rank is 3 Hour Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with a Local Guide from $20, 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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