Pedra da Gavea — Rio's Crown Jewel
Base city
Rio de Janeiro
Total Climbing
8 pitches, 844m, 5.9 / 5c
Difficulty
Strong intermediate — comfortable at 5.9, physically fit
Estimated cost
R$450-600 guided / bring your own gear
Best for
The one climb every person visiting Rio should do. If you do nothing else in Brazil, do this.
Day by day
Day 1
Morning
6AM depart hotel, 7AM Sao Conrado trailhead, 90 min approach
Afternoon
5-7 hours climbing, summit photos, 90 min descent trail
Evening
Dinner at Cobal do Humaita, cold beer, debrief the crux
Routes Included
Gear List
- ✓60m dry rope
- ✓12 quickdraws
- ✓4 slings
- ✓2 cordelettes
- ✓helmet
- ✓climbing shoes
- ✓2L water per person
- ✓sun protection
- ✓headlamp in pack
Logistics
Start before 7AM — this is non-negotiable for the approach heat. Guided with Climb Rio strongly recommended for first attempt.
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