Most hotels in Rio are only 15 minutes from Tijuca National Park, the largest urban park in the world. Easy access and a list of 220 species of birds makes birding in Rio a great way to see the marvilous city from a different and beautiful angle.There are several other good Atlantic rain forest birding sites only 1, 2 or 3 hours driving from the city.Rio Itatiaia birds and tours will be pleased to show you all of our specialties.