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Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro

Location Rio de Janeiro, Southeast Brazil, Brazil
$33
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

FAVELATOUR provides insight into Brazil's socioeconomic complexities, integrating visitors with locals to reshape perceptions of favelas. The tour includes a visit to Rocinha, the largest favela in Brazil, and may also feature Vila Canoas, depending on weather conditions.

  • 🌆 Experience impressive panoramic views over Rio from the favelas.
  • 🛍️ Walk through both residential and commercial areas, with the option to purchase handcrafted items.
  • 🏫 Visit a local school financed by FAVELA TOUR and learn about other community projects.
  • ⚠️ Favelas are safer than commonly perceived, but it's advisable to visit with an organized tour.
  • 📅 Note that tours are not available on Sunday afternoons and require a minimum quorum to proceed.

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Favela Tour Rocinha
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Salocin Tour
    Arriving in Rocinha, explanation about the architecture, public services, local cultural aspects, carnival etc... Visiting the Rocinha handcraft center. Going to a local terrace, pause for pictures and images of a breathtaking view over Rocinha and Rio, talks about the security, local infrastructure and other aspects of favelas and favela life. Driving down through the "Estrada da Gávea", a former F1 race track. Walking on the commercial and central area. Visiting the "MORANGUINHOS" or "SACI SABE TUDO" community schools. These social projects are financed by FAVELA TOUR. Besides regular classes, the school teaches local kids initial computer skills, English classes, music, capoeira, ballet classes etc... These projects have absolutely no financial support from Brazilian government.
  • Part of the road trip trajectory towards and back from the Favela includes most South Zone beaches in Rio. (pass by)
  • Part of the road trip trajectory towards the back of the Favela includes most South Zone beaches in Rio. (pass by)
  • Part of the road trip trajectory towards the back of the Favela includes most South Zone beaches in Rio. (pass by)

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You will visit Vila Canoas according to weather condition.
  • Não operamos tours nos domingos a tarde. Tours sujeitos a quorum minimo para a confirmação final
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro

    Location Rio de Janeiro, Southeast Brazil, Brazil
    $33
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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