Rocinha Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro

Duration3h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesPortuguese, English, Italian

Group sizeUp to 19 travelers

Overview

An authentic, socially-conscious experience in the largest favela in Rio, guided by Francesco, an Italian guide who lives in Rio and shares the everyday life of the favela. Ride a mototaxi to the top for a breathtaking view over the whole city - Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and the beaches - then walk down through the historic alleys into the beating heart of the community: the home of a local family, the gallery of a favela-born graffiti artist, a community football court, and an Italian NGO active for over 20 years. A deep and respectful account of the origins and social structure of the favelas, free of commercial cliches.

What's included

Motorcycle taxi ride. This fully covers the initial ride up the favela on the local mototaxis.
Community visitation fee for the favela

During the walk downhill there are stops at local favela venues; personal food and drinks are at the traveler's own expense.
Optional drone video (extra, paid on site)

What to expect

Rocinha
Pass by

Rocinha, the largest favela in Brazil, is the main attraction and the setting for the entire experience. We ride local mototaxis up to the top and then explore the community on foot.
Rio de Janeiro
Pass by

A key stop to take in the sweeping panoramic view over the city, including Christ the Redeemer, the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, Sugarloaf Mountain and the beaches of Leblon and Ipanema.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We meet on Avenida Niemeyer, 780, in São Conrado. Please arrive about 10 minutes before the start time. If you come by taxi or Uber, ask the driver for 'Av. Niemeyer 780, São Conrado' and your guide will be waiting at the meeting point.

End point

We meet on Avenida Niemeyer, 780, in São Conrado. Please arrive about 10 minutes before the start time. If you come by taxi or Uber, ask the driver for 'Av. Niemeyer 780, São Conrado' and your guide will be waiting at the meeting point.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
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.