Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival Rio de Janeiro

Upon arrival into Rio de Janeiro, clear customs and collect your luggage. You will be met by a BikeHike Adventures representative and transfered to a comfortable hotel in Copacabana. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore Rio. The Christ statue on the summit of Corcovado Mountain, Sugarloaf Mountain and beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana are not to be missed. In the evening meet your guide at a Brazilian BBQ dinner in Ipanema.

Day 2: Paraty to Ponta Negra (Hiking)

We'll refuel this morning with a typical Brazilian breakfast and then head out on an early transfer to Paraty (about 4 hours). We'll stop at a trailhead where we'll lace up our hiking shoes and set off on foot through the Atlantic Rain forest to our first beach of the day. On today's hike we'll pass 3 stretches of whitesand beach on our way to the remote fishing village of Ponta Negra where we will spend the night in a local family home and enjoy a home-cooked delicious seafood dinner. Hiking time: 3 hours. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Ponta Negra village to Pouso da Cajaiba village (Hiking)

We'll continue on foot today, hiking along the wild side of the peninsular to Pouso da Cajaiba Fishing Village. The hike starts with a steep 90 minute climb that'll get your blood pumping. The trail then leads through dense rain forest before concluding back down at sea level. On the way we'll visit one of the most beautiful deserted beaches in the region, Martim de Sá beach, and swim in a freshwater river pool past some old colonial ruins. Hiking time: 6 hours. Overnight in Pouso da Cajaiba in a local family home. (B,L,D)

Day 4: Pouso da Cajaiba village to Mamanguá Tropical Fjord (Hiking)

The sunrise at the fishing village is not to be missed and there'll be time for a quick swim in the crystal clear waters before breakfast. We'll also meet the kids at the nearby local school and see how some of the local handicrafts are made. Hitting the trail again, we head towards the Mamanguá Tropical Fjord, the only one of its kind in Brazil. Hiking time: 5 hours. Overnight in Mamanguá Tropical Fjord in a comfortable lodge. (B,L,D)

Day 5: Mamanguá Sugarloaf Mountain and Mangrove Exploration (Hiking and Sea Kayaking)

In the morning we scramble to the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain (1650ft/500m) for a dazzling view of the entire area of the Mamanguá Tropical Fjord . In the afternoon we'll switch gears and paddle sea kayaks amongst tropical mangroves exploring the wildlife. Hiking time: 2-3 hours. Paddling time: 2-3 hours. Overnight in Mamanguá Tropical Fjord in the same comfortable lodge. (B,L,D)

Day 6: Mamangua Tropical Fjord to Paraty (Sea Kayaking)

Today we will paddle our sea kayaks out of the fjord and along the Green Coast to the picturesque colonial town of Paraty. We'll take time along the way to stop at the some of the beaches and islands for snorkelling and swimming. Paddling time: 5 hours. Overnight in Paraty in a cozy pousada. (B,L)

Day 7: Paraty (Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Zip-lining, Rappelling and High Wire Adventure)

We'll feast on a hearty breakfast at our pousada and then head back to the beach for some paddling with a difference. Stand Up Paddle Boarding is the fastest growing water sport in the world and you'll soon understand why. The flat waters here are perfect for getting the hang of the basics before heading out to explore the islands and beaches of the Bay of Paraty. After lunch we'll venture to an adventure park for an afternoon of zip-lining, rappelling and the High-wire Adventure Trail, an obstacle course suspended in the trees. Activity time: 6-7 hours. Overnight in the same pousada in Paraty. (B,L)

Day 8: Paraty (Hiking and Canyoneering)

Today is a big day to round off our big adventure! We literally go off-road and onto our canyoning route. We'll descend the course of the river combining a thrilling mix of scrambling, climbing, jumping and rappelling all the way to the bottom. Overnight in the same pousada in Paraty. Activity time: 6-7 hours. (B,L,D)

Day 9: Return to Rio de Janeiro (Departure)

This morning is free for last minute shopping and sightseeing in Paraty. You'll be transferred back to Rio de Janeiro midday to connect with your international flight back home. (B)

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