Evening Experience at a Carioca Samba School

5.0 (1 reviews) Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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LanguagesPortuguese, English
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Overview

You’ll immerse yourself in the vibrant world of a Rio de Janeiro samba school, accompanied by a tour guide accredited by the Brazilian Ministry of Tourism.

Transportation is included from Downtown Rio and the South Zone.

On Saturdays, the experience takes place at Salgueiro Samba School, in Andaraí. Salgueiro is renowned for celebrating African heritage and has roots in a community historically associated with a quilombo.

The school is also home to one of the most popular samba songs in Brazil, “Peguei um Ita no Norte / Explode Coração,” a true samba anthem.

Come experience the energy, history, and cultural legacy of one of Rio de Janeiro’s most iconic samba schools!
Duration: 4 hours.

What's included

  • Tickets
  • Tour Guide
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Snacks

What to expect

  1. Quadra Do Salgueiro
    4h
    On Saturday, our Samba Carioca Route takes place at the Salgueiro court, in the Greater Tijuca region. Acadêmicos do Salgueiro is a traditional samba school, which often has carnival themes, stories and African elements. It has several championships and is one of the most popular in Rio de Janeiro. The visit to the court includes a pagoda show that opens the show at the house, and then, around midnight, the drum show begins with the presence of the drum queen - always a local celebrity. Throughout the night, professional dancers perform on the school floor to guarantee the best rehearsal in preparation for the biggest carnival party in the world on the samba catwalk.

    Experience a little of the Salgueiro community on an unforgettable day!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Quadra Do Salgueiro
Rua Silva Teles 104, Andarai, Rio de Janeiro, 20541-110, Brazil
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End point
Quadra Do Salgueiro
Rua Silva Teles 104, Andarai, Rio de Janeiro, 20541-110, Brazil
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Pickup details

The Tour Guide will meet you in the hotel lobby/reception. Wait at the location.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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