a local guide is always a great idea especially to provide first-aid in case of accidents such as falls or snake bites, and to arrange a rescue in case of more serious injuries - reports of accidents, however, are very rare.

one excellent company that arranges guided tours to this area with car pick-up from the zona sul is jungle me,  a company focusing on the interaction of nature and the city.

based at praia do canto, alexandre bigode and his team of guides organize tours via land or sea -  alexandre is reachable via phone at  21. 2410.0515  / 98218.2875  / 7852.7363 or via email on this link.