The 15 Best Waterfall Tours in Brazil

1.Tijuca Forest Small Group Hike to Caves and Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 536 reviews · 6 hours · from $69Our pick

Join a bilingual guide such as Vini, Riccardo, Tito, or Renata for a 6.2-kilometer Tijuca Forest hike. Expect Cascatinha Taunay, Mayrink Chapel, coffee-farm ruins, a gneiss cave, suspension bridge, rainforest lessons, and a cooling waterfall stop.

“So easy to say what I liked most about the park. As we were driving out, but still in the park, we saw a sloth. I was so excited. Made my day and my entire trip. Other than that the rest of the hike was great. Gustavo went at a good pace for me and explained so many things about trees, plants, animals, et cetera. There was a steep uphill but if you are an experienced hiker it’s not too bad. Loved the bat grotto. All the bats were hibernating, so we didn’t actually see any and I certainly was not going to disturb them. Much better to leave animals…”

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2.Jungle Waterfalls and Cachaça Distillery Jeep Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 491 reviews · 6 hours · from $37Best value

From Paraty, ride into Serra da Bocaina National Park with an English or Portuguese-speaking guide. Hike to Pedra Branca, swim at Poço do Tarzan, watch the Tobogã rock slide, and visit Engenho D’Ouro for a cachaça tasting. Guides such as Everton and Gilberto are known for adding local plant and wildlife details.

“The experience was absolutely amazing—waterfalls, distilleries, history, nature, and everything that made for a perfect day. The guides were exceptional, attentive to everyone’s needs, friendly, and always willing to help. It was truly one of the best experiences of my life. The restaurant in the jungle is also fantastic. If you’re booking this experience, I highly recommend the 6-hour tour for a truly complete experience.”

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3.Iguassu Waterfalls: 1 Day Tour Brazil and Argentina’s sides

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 353 reviews · 9 hours · from $48

Spend nine hours seeing Iguassu Falls from both countries with a small group of up to 14 people. Guides such as Bruno, Diego, and Andre handle the border crossings, explain the Atlantic rainforest, and keep the day moving. Add the Macuco Safari boat ride if park conditions and your energy allow.

“Highly recommended! Bruno is an amazing guide who truly cares about the group. The pickup was punctual, and the tour was wonderful! Not just because of the beautiful waterfalls, but the overall experience.”

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4.Presidente Figueiredo Waterfalls Daytrip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 149 reviews · 12 hours · from $90

Travel from Manaus with a bilingual guide to Presidente Figueiredo for two waterfalls, a forest walk, and Gruta do Refugio cave. You can swim in cool pools, see fish, turtles, alligators, and bats, then eat local fish or meat at lunch before returning to your hotel.

“It was a great opportunity to visit waterfalls and Caverns in Presidente Figueiredo, both were amazing, the guide was kind and provided important information. The lunch included was very delicious!!”

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5.Tijuca Forest & Horto Waterfalls Circuit Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 99 reviews · from $56

Leave Rio’s beaches for a four-hour guided hike through Horto’s waterfalls. You’ll bathe at Jequitibá and Cachoeira do Chuveiro, climb rocky sections and tree roots, and may spot monkeys. Guides such as Marius, Didi Star, Pedro, Pietro, and Thales lead private or small groups in English, Spanish, or Portuguese.

“The trip was very rewarding, there was a little climbing but nothing to worry about. Highly recommended for getting out of the city for couple of hours”

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6.Small Group Hike to Saco Bravo Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · from $81Top rated

Join guide Eugenia on an 8-hour small-group hike from Paraty to Saco Bravo Waterfall in the Juatinga Reserve. A boat reaches Ponta Negra, then you walk about two hours through Atlantic Forest to a natural pool above the sea. The group has no more than seven people.

“Our experience with Evgenia was amazing! We met her in the morning and spent the day together hiking to the waterfall and also spent a couple of hours at the waterfall! It was absolutely amazing, she explained a lot to us about the area and Read more”

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7.Hiking in the Tijuca Forest : Waterfalls and Caves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $62

Spend about five hours in Tijuca National Park with a multilingual nature guide such as Eduardo, Victor, or Yun. Visit Canoas Lookout, Taunay Waterfall, forest cascades, Bat Cave, Emperor’s Table, and Chinese View, with hotel pickup from Rio’s South Zone.

“This was a great tour. Our guide, Julio was the best. He was very friendly, knowledgeable and was quick to point out many interesting things to us. Lots of beautiful scenery and views.”

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8.Garganta do Céu and Waterfall hike in Pedra da Gávea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $58

Meet your accredited guide at Point da Meire in Barra da Tijuca for a roughly four-hour hike through Tijuca National Park. Expect a challenging two-hour climb to Garganta do Céu, views of Christ the Redeemer and Rio’s beaches, plus time at Sorimã Waterfall. Photos and videos are included.

“This was a very challenging hike for me. Took me 2hrs going up. Rugged terrain with lots of rocks. Ron Beulah is an excellent guide and truly helped to make sure that I got up and down without incident. There were 3 tourists & 1 guide. If you have any major health issues or are out of shape do not do this hike! You need at least 2 liters of water and snacks. It was very rewarding and satisfying to see the monkeys and tropical forests. I’d do it again since I’m aware of the level of difficulty.”

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9.Tijuca Forest Hike – Waterfalls & Caves, Nature & Wild Life!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69

Explore Tijuca National Park with guides such as Alli, Sergio, Lucas, or Juliana on a 4.5-hour, 5.5-mile hike. See Taunay Waterfall, Mayrink Chapel, caves, and several falls, with time to cool off in natural water. Small groups are capped at 10 people.

“Heel fijne ervaring. De gids Lucas was heel vriendelijk, sprak goed engels, wist heel veel over het park en de planten. Het tempo is goed doenbaar voor iemand met een basis conditie. Zeker een aanrader!”

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10.Iguassu Falls Combo Tour: Visit to the Brazilian side and Waterfall Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 50 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $219

You’ll tour Iguassu National Park by bus, open-top electric wagon, jungle trail, and boat. The Macuco Safari takes you toward the Three Musketeers and Devil’s Throat, where the wet ride can leave you soaked. Guides such as Flavia, Natasha, Gerardo, and Ivete have earned praise for their care and help.

“I really enjoyed this tour. Upon confirmation, Gerardo asked me if i am ready to get wet. I told him maybe. So i brought with me my raincoat, yet i also wore swim clothes. I am thinking twice on bringing my DSLR with me during the tour, good thing i didn't since we really were literally wet from head to toe. The water was cold yet we were blessed with a sunny morning in which they told us that it's unusual during those period to have the sun. it was a fun experience! After the safari tour, Gerardo fetched me up at the gate and told me they will have…”

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11.Adventure Experience to Saco Bravo Waterfall – BY PARATY TOURS

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $145

Join Paraty Tours for a 6 to 7-hour trip from central Paraty to Saco Bravo Waterfall. You’ll ride to Laranjeiras and Ponta Negra, then tackle a steep rainforest trail to a clear natural pool perched beside the ocean. A bilingual guide, transport, fees, and insurance are included.

“Wonderful experience and travel with family and friends. I would definitely recommend to others and our travel guide.”

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12.Tijuca Forest w/ Chinese View,cascatinha Taunay,horto waterfall and parque laje

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 29 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $88

Spend about four hours exploring Rio’s Tijuca Forest by car or Jeep with a guide. Visit Vista Chinesa, Emperor’s Table, Cascatinha Taunay, Horto Waterfall, and Parque Lage. Guides associated with the experience include Ederson, Jael, and Jabier. The tour accepts up to 14 people.

“Ended up being the only one on the tour which gave a much more personal experience. This is definitely a must do for anyone interested in nature and history - despite being in the middle of the city, you feel a million miles away”

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13.Jipe 4×4 Private 3hr Waterfalls and Waterfall Paraty by Jango Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews

Spend about three hours in a private 4x4 from Paraty, with time for Tobogan’s 20-meter natural slide, Tarzan Waterfall, Penha Church, and the Estrada Real. A Portuguese guide leads the outing, and Teresa may guide your group. Add $50 for an English-speaking guide.

“Very nice tour and our guide Teresa was very friendly and knowledgeable. She knew all the good spots”

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14.Tijuca Forest Waterfall of Souls Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 24 reviews · 3h 30m · from $60

Join guide Kelly for a 210-minute Tijuca Forest walk combining gentle stretches, breathing exercises, forest lore, wildlife spotting, and a swim at Waterfall of Souls. You will also see Taunay Waterfall, Mayrink Chapel, a lake, and an artists’ garden. English, Spanish, and Portuguese are available.

“I liked the vibes of the experience thanks for the guide. but maybe I wanted to visit more the forest for see a cave for example.”

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15.Private Hiking with Forest, Beaches & Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 22 reviews · 5 - 8 hours · from $269

Spend 5 to 8 hours hiking about 12 km from Vila do Abraão through Atlantic Rainforest, past Imperial-era ruins and the Aqueduct, to Feiticeira Waterfall and beaches at Camiranga, Pereque, and Fora. Guides including Quintino and Matteus lead private groups in English, Portuguese, or Spanish.

“Wonderful to hear — we’re glad you loved the hike! 🌴”

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