with a wealth of natural attractions, including the world's largest urban forest, one particularly popular activity, in the city, is hiking and trekking through the vast exotic expanses and up the many elevated peaks.

although participation rates for hiking are high, it is still best to adhere closely to the safety guidelines that are set out for rock-climbing, hiking and trekking in rio, as no matter what level, participants may come across unexpected complications even during simple or routine outings.

visitors interested in entering green and areas of environmental protection, wild beaches, or any other region where nature is more present than humans, should read the rules of conduct, as prepared by the ministry of the environment of brazil and posted on this page.