Sugarloaf Morning Burn
Base city
Rio de Janeiro
Total Climbing
4 pitches, 220m, 5.10b / 6b
Difficulty
Intermediate — comfortable 5.10
Estimated cost
R$320 guided / R$0 independent if you have gear
Best for
First day in Rio, warm-up before a bigger route, sport climbers wanting Rio views without full-day commitment
Day by day
Day 1
Morning
arrive Urca 7AM, 3-4h on route
Afternoon
lunch at Cobal do Humaita by noon
Evening
afternoon free for city or cable car
Routes Included
Gear List
- ✓60m rope
- ✓14 quickdraws
- ✓helmet
- ✓climbing shoes
- ✓chalk bag
- ✓water bottle
Logistics
Uber to Urca from most Rio hotels in 15-25 min. No trail fee. Park on street near Praia Vermelha.
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