The 6 Best Dois Irmãos Hikes in Rio de Janeiro

1.Dois Irmãos Peak Sunrise, Day or Sunset Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 94 reviews · 3h 30m · from $54Our pick

Meet your guide by the blue steps at Praça do Vidigal, ride a moto-taxi through Vidigal, then hike about 1.5 kilometers uphill to Dois Irmãos Peak. Choose a 3:20 AM sunrise, 10:00 AM daytime, or 3:30 PM sunset start. Guides include Milena, Nat, Nathalia, and Thainá.

“This was SUCH a magical experience. We got engaged at the top, with the most stunning sunrise colours! We had a private tour of the 2 of us, with Melina as our guide and honestly she was amazing. She made sure we had everything we need and got us most incredible photos to remember it all! Had an interesting tour round the favela afterwards. Would highly recommend this as a trip if you want to see the best views of Rio and have a magical experience. I would highly recommend booking through these guys as they've been so helpful, including changing the day for us as the weather was bad…”

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2.Trail and Rappel on Morro Dois Irmãos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $85Top rated

Meet in Vidigal, ride by van or motorcycle taxi to the trailhead, then hike about 50 minutes to Morro Dois Irmãos. At the summit, your accredited guide gives beginner-friendly rappel instructions, safety gear, and photos from strong angles. The group is limited to eight people.

“The guide, scenery, and rock climbing were absolutely awesome!! Both drives, up and down the hill, on moto were a nice addition too.”

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3.Half Day Hiking Tour Morro Dois Irmaos and Favela Vidigal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 65 reviews · from $53

Join a small group of up to 10 for a 4 to 5 hour hike on Morro Dois Irmaos and a guided walk through Vidigal. Fernando leads you by motorcycle taxi to the trail, with views of Rocinha, Christ the Redeemer, Pedra da Gavea, and the coast. Sunrise departures are also available.

“Fernando is a Star. This is the best tour in South America that I have done thus far (travelled ~5 months over multiple years throughout South America). My partner and I took this tour for the sunrise option and the views are absolutely stunRead more”

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4.Sunrise at Morro Dois Irmãos + Vidigal Favela Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 35 reviews · 4 hours · from $65

Meet your guide before dawn for a moderate hike up Morro Dois Irmãos and sunrise views of Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, and Rio’s beaches. Afterward, walk down through Vidigal with a Portuguese, English, or Spanish-speaking guide. Beatriz is especially praised for photos, care, and local insight.

“La nostra guida Beatriz è stata semplicemente perfetta: ha spiegato tutto nel dettaglio, ci ha accompagnati in perfetto orario e ci ha aiutati in ogni fase del tour. Il giorno prima del tour ha piovuto ed alcuni tratti del sentiero risultavano scivolosi, Beatriz è stata molto attenta ad aiutare tutti i componenti del gruppo a superare ogni fase. Inoltre è una guida molto solare e premurosa. Consigliatissimo :)”

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5.Morro Dois Irmãos Hikking + Vidigal Favela Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $88

Xperiencer Tour Brazil combines a moderate hike to the 533-meter summit of Morro Dois Irmãos with a guided walk through Vidigal. Miguel Cordoba and his team are known for clear English, safety, local stories, and helpful photo stops. Expect a small group of up to 10 people.

“Miguel was an amazing hiking companion! A true friend, fully equipped, and made the Pedra De Gavea hike an unforgettable experience.”

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6.Hike Dois Irmãos + Vidigal Favela Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 3h 30m · from $36Best value

Join a small-group hike from Vidigal to the Dois Irmãos summit, then walk through Vidigal with a local guide. The $36 price includes the moto-taxi, trail entry, visitor fee, mosquito repellent, and a school donation. Guides speak English, Portuguese, and Spanish.

“La experiencia ha sido maravillosa !! Fernando ha sido muy atento y encantador, nos ha llevado a conocer la favela y conocerla desde dentro ! Una actividad que la recomiendo 100 % , creo que lo más divertido e interesante de río”

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