Rio Afro Experience - A full day in the African Diaspora

5.0 (6 reviews) Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers
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Overview

This scenario unites iconic landscapes and deep memories: we start with Christ the Redeemer, where the presence of Our Lady Aparecida - a symbol of black faith in Brazil - welcomes visitors. We will visit Santa Teresa, an artistic and bohemian neighborhood that keeps ateliers, stories and unique views, such as the Selarón Staircase, the scene of Snoop Dogg’s “Beautiful” clip and Pharrell, a vibrant landmark of world black music.

The tour includes an African lunch with a fixed menu, bringing to the table spices, history and affection of African-Brazilian cuisine full of ancestry.
The experience deepens into Little Africa, an essential territory to understand the formation of Afro-Brazilian culture, the resistance and strength of the diaspora in the country, where from black identities and narratives we offer a sensory and transformative immersion for those seeking a true connection with local culture, history and belonging through Afrotourism.

What's included

  • Tour guide
  • Includes lunch at an Afro-Brazilian restaurant (Fixed menu - Pre-determined by Etnias Turismo)
  • Christ the Redeemer Tickets
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • IPN Tickets
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Soda/Pop
  • Coffee and/or Tea

What to expect

  1. Santuario Cristo Redentor
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Visit to the most visited monument in Brazil and one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World
  2. Santa Teresa
    1h
    Visit to the Historic District, passing through Parque das Ruinas and art workshops.
  3. Escadaria Selaron
    30m
    Visit the work of Jorge Selaron, a Chilean artist who settled in Rio creating his Great Madness: A staircase covered with more than 3,000 tiles from all over the world!
  4. 40m
    Visit to the Territory Museum in the region of Little Africa.
  5. Instituto de Pesquisa e Memoria Pretos Novos - IPN
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Visit to the Cemetery and Memorial of the New Black in the Gamboa region. This place brings together research, studies and preservation of the material and intangible heritage the archaeological site of the African matrix culture.
  6. Cais do Valongo
    25m
    Cais do Valongo is an old pier located in the port area of Rio de Janeiro, between the current streets Coelho and Castro and Sacadura Cabral. It was named a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2017 for being the only material trace of the arrival of enslaved Africans in America.
  7. Pedra do Sal
    30m
    Pedra do Sal is a historical and religious monument located in the health district, near Largo da Prainha, in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This is where the Quilombos Remains Community of the Salt Stone is located.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

5.0 (6)

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