SOUTH AMERICA OPERATIONAL HUB 🇧🇷
Rio is best seen from the saddle: the forest roads up to the great lookouts, the Atlantic beaches from end to end and the mountain curves just beyond the city, with no queues, no tour buses and no timetable but yours.
PRIVATE MOTORCYCLE TOURS
Every tour is private and exclusive: no groups, just you and a local guide who shows you Rio the way only someone who lives here can. Choose one of two 4-hour city rides, a day in the mountains, an off-road trail, or a route designed just for you.
Three ways to ride
Every tour includes
Up through the Tijuca Forest to the great lookouts, past Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf, and a fresh coconut water on the beach to finish.
“He and his team went above and beyond to show me all the highlights in Rio.”Martijn Lancee · Google review
Tijuca Forest→Vista Chinesa→Christ the Redeemer→Sugarloaf→Copacabana & Ipanema
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Rio’s Atlantic rim from end to end: the famous beaches, the old quarter of Urca and the wild, protected beaches of the far west coast.
“From Leme to Pontal? Not at all! Beyond Pontal, all the way to Grumari!”Eliane Silva · Google review
Urca→Copacabana & Ipanema→Barra da Tijuca→Grumari→Prainha
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A day of mountain curves through the Serra dos Órgãos National Park, under the granite peaks of the Dedo de Deus.
“If you want to experience the mountains in 2 wheels i highly recommend Gabriel and his team.”Raynald Torres · Google review
Rio→Serra dos Órgãos→Teresópolis→Mountain lookouts
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Forest trails up to a hang-gliding ramp in Niterói, with Guanabara Bay, the Rio skyline and the bridge in front of you. Guided, on a Honda CRF 230 with full off-road gear.
“This was the first time that I did off-road motor bikes, and I have to say it was an amazing experience.”david levin · Google review
Niterói→Forest trails→Hang-gliding ramp→Bay view
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Tell us what you would like to see and how you like to ride. We design the route and send you a price.
“I had an incredible day on my visit to Petropolis with Gabriel. The ride into the mountains outside Rio was so beautiful!”Michael Humphrey · Google review
Serra da Bocaina→Minas Gerais→Your idea
Plan my tour →★ Bonus: on guided and self-guided tours, keep the bike a few extra hours and return it the next day.
TAILOR-MADE FREEDOM
Any of our road routes, just you and the road. We plan the day with you before you leave.
“Xplore Brazil Adventure Expeditions was clearly my best choice to rent two motorcycles for a 16 day self-guided ride in the state of Rio de Janeiro/SP/Minas Gerais.”Mush Emmons · Google review
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No fixed route and no timetable. Take a bike for a day or a week and make your own plan.
“I rented a motorcycle for two days in Rio de Janeiro and everything went perfectly.”Hamzaoui ilias · Google review
See the Rio fleet →CLEAR GUIDELINES
Everything you need to know before riding with us in Brazil. We keep the paperwork simple.
You do not need an International Driving Permit (IDP). Under Brazilian law for tourist stays, a valid motorcycle license from your home country is accepted, as long as it covers the engine size you will ride.
If you are riding, bring your original driver’s license on the day of your tour (the physical card or your country’s official digital version). No passport or other paperwork is needed at check-in.
All our tours include comprehensive motorcycle insurance, fuel, tolls and sanitized ECE-certified helmets. Minimum age for riding your own bike is 21 years old. For Co-Rider (passenger) experiences, there is no minimum age and no driver’s license is required.
No motorcycle license, or simply rather not ride in Rio traffic? Pick any city or mountain tour on this page and ride it from the passenger seat, behind one of our professional pilots. They handle the traffic; you take in Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf and the Atlantic beaches, and come home with the photos.
“I did the Rio de Janeiro Highlights city tour and loved it! The staff was very friendly and the guide knowledgeable about the motorbike and itinerary.”
Júlia TorresGoogle review · Xplore Brazil
“Experiencia inmejorable que vale la pena vivir. Descubrir Río en moto es salvaje!”
María GálvezGoogle review · Xplore Brazil
“L’accompagnateur a été très professionnel, sérieux et toujours respectueux, ce qui met vraiment en confiance.”
Katie LouzeGoogle review · Xplore Brazil
“O Gabriel foi super atencioso e muito simpático, teve muita paciência comigo, só tenho a agradecer pelo passeio. Super indico!!!”
Victória de AndradeGoogle review · Xplore Brazil
“I’m passionate about motorcycles and landscapes, and this service exceeded all my expectations.”
Raphael PoncioGoogle review · Xplore Brazil
“Excelente passeio de moto no Rio de Janeiro, de ponta a ponta e que leva o dia inteiro!”
Eliane SilvaGoogle review · Xplore Brazil
“I first took a tour with this company in Rio de Janeiro in 2012 as a passenger, and it was a wonderful experience.”
Laryssa GraciaGoogle review · Xplore Spain
“Thanks to Xplore Brazil for the service and attention on my tour and also to Gabriel for his dedication and affection.”
Nadia BagdanaviciusGoogle review · Xplore BrazilTHE OCEAN ROAD · RIO DE JANEIRO
★★★★★“I did the Rio de Janeiro Highlights city tour and loved it! The staff was very friendly and the guide knowledgeable about the motorbike and itinerary.”
Júlia TorresGoogle review · Xplore Brazil
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Ask us on WhatsAppFive-star reviews from our Google profiles
“We loved our day with the Triumph Scrambler 400! The bikes are well maintained, Gabriel is very accommodating and it was a very nice experience overall”
“I had an amazing experience with Xplore Spain Motorcycle! I took a 4-hour ride with Gabriel from Barcelona out to the surrounding countryside, and it was honestly one of the highlights of my trip. …”
“I did a city tour in the back of Gabriel's Aprilia and it was a once in a life time experience! Bike is super comfortable, gear was new and clean. …”
“Awesome experience with Jackson cruising to Teresópolis. Great turns, awesome scenery and even got some videos. Few nice stops along the way for small eats.”
“Gabriel is an excellent guide and rider. He and his team went above and beyond to show me all the highlights in Rio. It was a unique experience to see all of Rio and enjoy amazing roads for motorcycling.”
“I had an excellent experience with Gabriel. He is super professional and was careful while driving. I felt very safe during the whole time. I thought it was a different way to sightseeing and I loved it. I highly recommend his service. Thank you!!!”
“I first took a tour with this company in Rio de Janeiro in 2012 as a passenger, and it was a wonderful experience. I also joined tours in July and August 2022, and I recently returned in May 2026 for another ride with Gabriel. …”
“I had an amazing experience doing a private city tour in Rio with them! I'd recommend this tour for anyone who likes the experience of being on a motorcycle discovering new places and perspectives! Great service, spectacular motorcycles, stunning views!”
“Super reliable company! Excellent service!”
“It was a good experience renting a motor for a few days with Fabio and Gabriel. They answered always super fast, pick-up location was clear, fabio was already waiting for me. And the bike was in good condition! You see they take care of the motor!”
“100000% loved my tour with Gabriel and recommend it to anyone looking for motorcycle rentals and tours in the region.”
“I had a wonderful experience with Xplore Brazil. I've contacted them by WhatsApp and everything was clear. The moto is great and I've been able to ride in many places around Rio. I recommend 100%!”
“I rented a Triumph Scrambler, and rode about 600 kms in Brazil. The team at XPLORE were really great and made everything super easy and organized.”
“Perfect company if you want to rent a motorbike in Rio, everything went smoothly, you really couldn't ask for more. Thank you guys”
“Ótima experiência no aluguel das motos. Excelente atendimento. Recomendo!!”
“This was the first time that I did off-road motor bikes, and I have to say it was an amazing experience. Our guide was very professional and friendly, and the equipment was excellent.”