Rock climbing in Salinas, Rio de Janeiro
Salinas, part of Serra do Mar mountain range, is one of the most mythical climbing rags in Brazil. Join Alex, certified rock climbing guide, on this 2-day trip!
2 Days
All year
Description
In southeastern Brazil, the Serra do Mar mountain range is a fantastic destination for rock climbing. In particular, Salinas, the highest point of the range (2320m) offers some great routes. Salinas has three main summits: Pico Maior (Higher Peak), Pico Médio (Medium Peak) and Capacete (Helmet).
The climbing routes in Salinas are very committing. Some of them are higher than 1000m! Also, they have their own style of protection. From here you will discover some of the most impressive views in Brazil. The very prominent peaks are a unique scenario for long sports and trad climbing.
We can easily reach the Salinas massif from different cities. In this case, we will leave from Rio.
We can take for example one of these routes:
– Via Leste: 4° V (6+/A0) 700m, the longest and most classic route to the summit (10 hs)
– No Mundo da Lua: 5° V+ E3 400m (5-6 hs)
– CERJ: 5° A0 400m – R$ 500m (6-8 hs)
– Sólidas Ilusões: 4°-V E3 500m (6-8 hs)
– Roberta Groba: 5°-VI 500m (6-8 hs)
– El Cabong: 5°-Vl E2 500m (6-8 hs)
I propose to you the following 2-day itinerary.
Day 1: Rio – Salinas
We meet, check the equipment, then buy some food and drive to the mountain!
Day 2: Climbing at Pico Maior or Capacete
Early morning! We leave before sunrise to get to the base of the rock with the first lights. A fun and intense climbing day awaits in our chosen route. At the end of the day, drive back to Rio.
Are you interested in this 2-day rock climbing trip? Then please contact me for more information. Choose your preferred route and let’s start this adventure!
Price includes
- Guiding fee
- Transportation start and back
Details
More info
The price indicated is for long 700 m routes. For shorter 500 m routes, 1 person U$190, 2 people U$148 per person.
Dinner in a hostel is included in the price.
I provide the following equipment: harness, helmet, carabiners, ropes, climbing slings, climbing shoes, abseiling devices. You need to bring: hat for sun protection, bandana, sunglasses, head torch with spare batteries, light jacket, warm rain/wind proof jacket, trekking pants, food, sunscreen, water bottle, rucksack (25-35 L), carbo gels.
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About the guide
Alex
4.8
(5)
Mountain Guide
Rock climbing guide from Brazil.
I started climbing and mountaineering in 1990, and I’ve been doing it for more than 25 years. During those years I climbed in most climbing routes in Brazil, and opened some of the largest routes in the country.
Additionally, I wrote and published 2 climbing books "Dividir and Conquistar" (To Share and To Conquer, 2000) and "Manual de abertura de vias" (Route Opening Manual, 2013). And I also wrote articles for several media and websites.
I’m Industrial Rope Access supervisor and is a certified rescuer in height and confined spaces.
Languages
Portuguese | English
What people are saying about Alex
Adriaan
Helpful guide and an interesting route to climb Pão de Açúcar. Conditions were wet so at times it felt a little bit dangerous, but we managed alright safely!
Going up to Pão de Açúcar was an amazing experience. Alex Ribeiro was an excellent guide and he was super friendly. I would highly recommend anyone who enjoys climbing to go with Alex. The entire process of booking was very simple. Maca and Alex were both very accommodating and flexible with my schedule. I very much appreciate it. It will be an experience I won't forget.
Arne
It was excellent! Adilio was fantastic, I couldn't have asked for a better guide.
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