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The real life behind the word favela

Location Rio de Janeiro, Southeast Brazil, Brazil
$46.09
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The real life of a favela, forget everything you know and come to discover it yourself!

Our guides Pablo and Henrique were born in Rocinha, they’ll be delighted to tell you their story. You’ll live in immersion for a day in the largest favela of Latin America.

The experience begins with the famous motorcycle taxis that will take you to admire a breathtaking view. After you going to discover a typical house with once again an incredible panorama.
We’ll walk inside the bécos of Rocinha (small streets of Favela).
You’ll have the opportunity to learn more about a social Capoiera project. But also other cultural points + some surprises.

Regarding safety, don’t panic, the Rocinha favela is a safe place and our guides will stay with you from the beginning to the end of the tour.

We look forward to having you with us.
The real life behind the word favela
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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  • View point
  • Personal guide
  • Private transportation
  • Foods
  • Souvenir

Meeting point
Meet at the Rocinha metro exit 1, you will be picked up and then brought back to this same meeting point.
Return details
Meet at the Rocinha metro exit 1, you will be picked up and then brought back to this same meeting point.

  • Rocinha
    Forget everything you know about the Rocinha favela and come discover this place. Rocinha is the largest favela in Latin America, it's a city within the city. We're an agency created by a local guide (9 years of experience). The idea of this tour is show the real life inside the favela. To make you live a local, social and cultural experience.

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 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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    The real life behind the word favela

    Location Rio de Janeiro, Southeast Brazil, Brazil
    $46.09
    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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