Guided rock climbing on Morro da Babilonia in Rio de Janeiro

Morro da Babilonia overview

Who it is for

First-time climbers

Indoor-only climbers and boulderers looking to try outdoor rock for the first time

Who it is NOT for

Children 12 years and under

Why climbers love Morro da Babilonia:

Morro da Babilonia offers flexibility. With multiple route options on the same wall, the climb can be selected to match your comfort level, skills, confidence and expectations.

It’s an especially popular choice for gym climbers transitioning outdoors, as the routes allow you to experience natural rock features while still climbing at a level that feels both satisfying and secure.

What to expect on Morro da Babilonia:

We meet at Praça General Tibúrcio, the main public square in the Urca neighbourhood and walk a short, easy trail to the base of the climb. From the very start, the experience feels accessible and relaxed, with no long approaches or complex logistics.

Before climbing, your guide takes time to talk through your previous experience, comfort with heights, and what you’re hoping to get out of the day. Based on this conversation, we select a route that matches your ability and confidence, ensuring the climb feels engaging without being overwhelming. You may climb a long, multi-pitch route, or try a number of different single-pitch climbs.

Your guide will always lead, taking care of the rope work and safety systems, so you can concentrate on moving comfortably on the rock and enjoying the experience. For many climbers, this is their first step outside the gym, in a supportive and well-calibrated environment.

After reaching the top of the route, we descend by rappel. Your guide teaches and closely supervises all rappelling procedures, explaining each step and ensuring you feel comfortable and confident throughout the process.

We finish by returning along the same easy trail, rounding out a complete outdoor climbing experience that is both rewarding and well supported.

✅ Live availability and instant confirmation
✅ Free cancellation up to 48 hours in advance of the reservation
✅ Rainy day protection - we will reschedule or refund your reservation according to your preference

PLEASE NOTE: We are a small team of professional guides and all bookings are private, which means availability is limited. If you have a specific date in mind, we recommend reserving as soon as possible to secure your preferred choice and avoid missing out.

Price

One person: R$440
Two people: R$360 per person

Group size

Maximum participant to guide ratio is 2:1
All reservations are private - your guide will be exclusive to your reservation

Duration

Approximately 3 hours in total

Availability

Every day, all year round
Afternoon start available only in the months of May to August

What is included

Certified rock climbing guide
Collective rock climbing equipment: rope, quick-draws and anchor building equipment
Any individual rock climbing equipment you may need to borrow (see below)

Equipment you will need

Your individual rock climbing equipment:

• rock shoes

• harness

• helmet

• ATC-type belay device and carabiner

• personal anchor

You can borrow from us if you don’t have your own equipment set or are missing an item.
Please indicate any equipment needs in the booking form.

What else you should bring

A piece of personal ID (required to enter the climbing area)
Water (1.5L per person) and snacks
Sunscreen and bug repellent
Backpack to carry your belongings and keep your hands and arms free

Wear closed-toe outdoor shoes. Avoid sandals and flip-flops

Participant responsibilities

You are an equal partner in the safety and success of your climbing experience. Ensure that you read and understand your responsibilities as a participant

Assumption of risk

It is impossible to eliminate all risks associated with climbing. Our goal is to minimize your risk, but ultimately you must assume full responsibility for your participation. Ensure that you read and understand our assumption of risk terms

Cancellation and reschedulinG

Read our cancellation and rescheduling policy to understand what happens if you need to change your plans or if the conditions on the reserved day are not suitable for your chosen activity