the majority of the hike is relatively gentle, however the trail does get steeper towards the end of the journey, especially the final stretch, which has 117 steps carved into stone, leading hikers to the summit before offering them some of the finest views of the city.
another particularly popular peak in parque national da tijuca is the pedra bonita, 520 meters high, it is located in the săo conrado neighborhood. one of the reasons for this peaks popularity is the free flight take launching ramp at the summit. considered the best place in brazil for tandem flights, the experience is one of the most exhilarating in the city.
