Two Brothers Hill + Favela Tour

About this tour

Dois Irmãos Hill (Two Brothers) is certainly one of the most interesting in Rio, not only for being a formidable landmark on the right side of the trendy Ipanema and Leblon beaches, but also because of its social aspect. The trail starts on the top of the Vidigal Favela, which we will go up by local van or moto-taxi.

After hiking for around one and half hour through the forest, we will reach the summit of the highest mountain, standing at 533m / 1750ft of altitude.

It is the perfect viewpoint to understand the social occupation and contrasts in Rio de Janeiro and also, the beautiful way the Tijuca Forest mixes with the city.

On the way back, we will go down hiking through the main spots of the favela.

* Tour Details:

• Pick-up time: 7:30am / 01pm
• Tour duration: 5hs (approx.)
• Hike level: moderate (level 2 of 5)
• Trail length: 4 km / 2,5 miles (total)
• Elevation gain: 250m / 820ft
• Duration: 2 hours (1h climb / 1 hour descent – approx)
• The hike starts at Mirante do Leblon, near the Favela’s entrance.
• Recommendations: wear light clothes and hiking shoes, bring a small backpack with water (1.5 per person), snacks, mosquito repellent, sunscreen, cap or hat, sunglasses, cash for van/moto-taxi and extras.

* Prices:

• Solo traveler: check our home page with a list of tours to join in or contact us!
• Groups of 2 people – R$ 250, per person
• Groups of 3 people – R$ 230, per person
• Groups of 4 people – R$ 210, per person
• Groups of 5 or more people – R$ 200, per person

* General Information:

• If the chosen date or the number of participants is not available, contact us to schedule the tour with your private group.
• Round trip transfer included in South Zone of Rio: Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Botafogo, Flamengo and surroundings. Contact us if you are staying in other places in Rio.