Rock climbing on Sugarloaf Mountain - Guided “Coringa” route in Rio de Janeiro

Coringa - ROUTE overview

Who it is for

Climbers with prior outdoor experience

Climbers new to long routes and wishing to learn multi-pitch procedures

Who it is NOT for

First-time climbers

Indoor-only climbers and boulderers

Why climbers love Coringa:

Coringa is loved for its high-quality climbing in an iconic setting. The route combines fun, technical movement with an accessible grading and length, making it a favorite for climbers looking to experience multi-pitch climbing on Sugarloaf.

Each pitch provides a consistent challange, encouraging climbers to refine technique, trust their feet, and move efficiently on the rock. Add to that the constant ocean views and unique perspective over Rio de Janeiro, and Coringa delivers a climb that feels both rewarding and memorable.

Finishing on the summit of Sugarloaf — and descending by cable car — makes the experience feel complete, blending real climbing with one of Rio’s most famous landmarks.

What to expect on Coringa:

We meet at Praça General Tibúrcio, the main public square located at the foot of Sugarloaf Mountain. From there, a short approach hike contouring along the mountain leads us to the base of the Coringa route.

Coringa is a classic 100-meter route divided into three consistent and engaging pitches. The climbing features small holds that emphasize good footwork, balance, and controlled movement. For climbers not accustomed to this style, Coringa can feel more demanding than its grade would suggest.

Because the route follows a direct, vertical line, Coringa allows for clear communication between the guide and the climber throughout the climb. This makes it particularly well suited for climbers who are new to multi-pitch climbing or looking to build confidence in this style of ascent.

Coringa also allows for easy retreat, an important factor for climbers new to longer routes. Unexpected challenges — such as fear of heights — can arise, and when they do, Coringa allows us to exit the route easily and continue via an alternative path up the mountain. This avoids the high level of commitment and pressure associated with many other climbing routes on Sugarloaf.

After completing Coringa, we continue toward the summit by linking up with the Costão hiking trail. Costão is a steep and scenic route that includes an additional short pitch of climbing and several excellent lookout points. We reach the Sugarloaf summit in approximately one hour.

After enjoying time at the top, we descend by cable car to Morro da Urca, followed by an easy forest trail back to our starting point.

Price

One person: R$560
Two people: R$480 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

4 to 6 hours in total

Availability

Every day, all year round

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)
Return from Sugarloaf to Morro da Urca by cable car (from Morro da Urca we descend by trail)

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

Water (1.5L per person) and snacks
Sunscreen and bug repellent
Backpack to carry your belongings and keep your hands and arms free during the climb. Hand bags and shoulder bags are not permitted.

Wear walking, hiking or running shoes. Flip-flops and casual sandals are not permitted.

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