different types of climbing are possible from bouldering, sport climbing, rappelling, and even free solo climbing, when no ropes or safety equipment is used at all.

pedra da gávea, near to where the hang gliders take off, also attracts many climbers.

corcovado mountain, home to the city's world famous cristo redentor (christ the redeemer) is also valued as one of the best spots for extreme climbing due to the sheer cliff faces.