Activities in Rio De Janeiro
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Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour
60 minutes (Departs Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)
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What could be better than a sightseeing tour of Rio de Janeiro from the air? From the vantage point of a helicopter, you'll have unforgettable views of this bea…
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Rio Adventures
Offering a range of outdoor activities, Rio Adventures leads hikes through Tijuca National Park, including short treks up Pico Tijuca and Pedro Bonito. It also offers sightseeing tours, rock climbs (Pão de Açúcar, Corcovado and Pico da Tijuca), rafting excursions (to Paraibuna River, 175km northwest of Rio) and parachuting and paragliding trips. It employs experienced guides, who speak Portuguese, English and Spanish among other languages.
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Tijuca Rain Forest Jeep Tour from Rio de Janeiro
4 hours (Departs Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)
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Take a morning or afternoon tour from Rio to the Tijuca Rain Forest, in an open jeep. The four-hour jeep tour includes an easy one-hour hike, giving you the cha…
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Cook in Rio
Travelers have an opportunity to take a locally run cooking course, Cook in Rio. Run by Simone Theisen, who was the head chef and creator of the restaurant Fogo Carioca (now a bar), Cook in Rio teaches aspiring chefs how to make some of Brazil’s most famous dishes. Each one-day class runs from 11am to 4pm and includes the preparation of either moqueca (seafood stew) or feijoada completa (multi-dish black bean and pork stew). You’ll also learn how to make other sides and drinks including aipim frito (fried cassava slices), a perfect pot of rice, dessert and a masterful caipirinha (the secret is in the slicing of the lime). The best part is that you’ll get to devour you…
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Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour
60 minutes (Departs Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)
by Viator
What could be better than a sightseeing tour of Rio de Janeiro from the air? From the vantage point of a helicopter, you'll have unforgettable views of this bea…
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Velho Marineiro
Rio’s newest aquatic venture is a small party boat that heads out for a four-hour cruise around Rio. The tour entails music, a barbecue, free drinks, and stops for swimming along the way. Tours run only when there’s enough demand (10 persons or more), which is fairly often in the summer. The tour operator will pick you up on the day of the tour.
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Petropolis Day Trip Tour from Rio de Janeiro including Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace
10 hours (Departs Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)
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Escape the crowds of Rio de Janiero at Petropolis, the beautiful mountain retreat of Brazil's only two emperors. Wander through the Imperial Museum. Pay your re…
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Escolinha de Surf Paulo Dolabella
Although you'll have to ask around to find him, Paulo gives private surfing lessons to those looking to learn. In the past, those who have taken lessons from him have said that Arpoador is a good place to learn.
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Associação Centro de Capoeira Angola
A capoeira center in Catete with two-hour classes on weekdays (running from 4pm to 10pm Monday through Thursday and 6pm to 10pm on Friday).
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Corcovado Mountain, Christ Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Mountain Day Tour
10 hours (Departs Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)
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Combine two of Rio's most popular tours on a full-day shore excursion packed with breathtaking views. Int he morning, you'll enjoy a panoramic city tour and hav…Not LP reviewed
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Maracatu Brasil
Maracatu Brasil is one of the best places in Rio to study percussion. It’s very active in music events throughout the city. Instructors here offer courses in a number of different drumming styles: zabumba, pandeiro and symphonic percussion, as well as guitar and other instruments. If you plan to stick around a while, you can arrange private lessons (R$250 for four one-hour classes) or sign up for group classes (from R$100 a month). On the 1st floor of the lime-green building, Maracatu sells instruments.
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Calypso
Calypso offers courses (up to Dive Master) in waters near Rio. The company also offers excellent excursions for certified divers to Arraial do Cabo and Angra dos Reis, among other spots. Those looking to do diving further afield should consider one of Calypso’s affordably priced excursions to Fernando Noronha, a lovely island in the northeast. You can get more information at its associated store, AS Divers. Classes are held at the Clube de Regatas Guanabara (Av Reporter Nestor Moreira 42, Botafogo).
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Tangará Ecological Hikes
Popular with a mix of Brazilians and foreigners, Tangará offers scheduled hiking trips, including climbs up Pedra da Gávea, ascents through rain forest to the top of Corcovado and hikes to waterfalls hidden in Horto (near Jardim Botânico). Hikes take place on Saturday and Sunday. Unlike pricier organized tours, transport isn’t provided, so you’ll have to take a bus or taxi to the designated meeting place. Call or check the website for the latest scheduled trips.
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Corcovado Mountain and Christ Redeemer Statue Half-Day Tour
4 hours (Departs Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)
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Take an afternoon tour to Corcovado Mountain topped with the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer. You'll travel through the Tijuca Rain Forest by cog train to …
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Body Tech
Body Tech has gyms all over the Zona Sul, which offer a full range of services: swimming pool, free weights and cardio machines, and classes such as dance, gymnastics and spinning. The best of the bunch is the three-story Leblon branch, but there are also a couple of Body Techs in Ipanema on Rua Barão de Torre 577 and Rua Gomes Carneiro 90, and one in Copacabana on Av NS de Copacabana 801.
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Sugar Loaf Mountain Half-Day Tour
4 hours (Departs Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)
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Spend the morning at Sugar Loaf Mountain, one of Rio de Janeiro's most famous icons. You'll take a breathtaking ride in a cable car to the top of the Sugar Loaf…
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Escolinha de Vôlei
Those interested in improving their volleyball game – or just meeting some Cariocas – should pay a visit to Pelé at Escolinha de Vôlei near Rua Garcia D’Ávila, on Ipanema Beach. Pelé, who speaks English, has been giving volleyball lessons since the late 1990s. Lessons are in the morning (from about 8am to 11am) and in the afternoon (5pm to 7pm). Look for his large Brazilian flag on the beach.
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Rio de Janeiro Soccer Match and Stadium Tour
4 hours (Departs Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)
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If you love football, you won't want to miss the chance to see a soccer match in Rio de Janeiro! Come watch one of Brazil's passions and watch the best teams in…
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Rio Water Planet
Rio Water Planet claims to be the biggest aquatic park in Latin America. Waterfalls, artificial beaches (a bit surprising in this part of the world) and lazy rafting rivers are part of the attractions, as are Rio Kart Planet (an open-air kart track), Rio Show Planet (an area for shows) and Rio Circus Planet. Children under 1m tall get in free.
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Rio de Janeiro Full Day Tropical Islands Tour and Sepetiba Bay Cruise including Lunch
10 hours (Departs Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)
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Cruise beautiful Sepetiba Bay on a day trip from Rio de Janeiro. You'll travel from Rio de Janeiro to Itacuruca, where you'll board a schooner to cruise the wil…
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Guanabara Bay Cruise with Optional Seafood Lunch
4-6 hours (Departs Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)
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Spend half a day sailing on Guanabara Bay, for the most beautiful views of Rio de Janeiro with Sugar Loaf Mountain towering in the distance. Pass the bay's isla…
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Rio de Janeiro Half-Day Walking Tour
4 hours (Departs Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)
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Take an afternoon sightseeing tour of Old Rio on foot, and get a feeling for the legends and history woven around the narrow streets and superb baroque building…
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Spa Maria Bonita
Maria Bonita offers a full range of treatments for those who’d rather not trek out to the countryside, although its better known for its lush spa resort in Friburgo. Options at the Ipanema branch include aromatherapy baths, deep tissue massage, shiatsu and acupuncture. There is also a new organic and raw food restaurant on-site.
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Mar do Rio
One of several dive operators in the Marina da Glória, Mar do Rio offers two-tank dives (R$120) on Saturday and Sunday, departing at 8:30am and returning at 2:30pm. It also offers night dives twice a month. Less-experienced divers can opt for one of the courses, including a five-day PADI-certified basic course.
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Marlin Yacht Tours
The Marina da Glória has a number of boating outfits, although Marlin Yacht Tours has the largest fleet – including schooners, sailboats and motorboats. Here you can hire a vessel for a sailing, fishing or diving adventure, creating your own itinerary. Prices aren’t cheap, so it’s best to gather a group.
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Rio Hiking
This popular outfit offers hiking trips ranging from easy to strenuous and covering a variety of terrains around Rio. Favorite treks include hikes up Pedra da Gávea and ascending Pão de Açúcar. You can also arrange kayaking, diving, river rafting and numerous other adventure sports here.
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