About this experience
With a ride up by motorcycle taxi, discover an authentic side of Rio de Janeiro on a non-intrusive and respectful excursion through the largest favela in Brazil. Learn how to break the cycle of violence through education!
Highlights
- Commitment to Cultural Sensitivity
- Security and Reliability
- Local Resident Guides
- Respect for local traditions and history
- Respectful and Educational Experience
What's included
- Ride in a motorcycle taxi to the top of the community
- Visitation fees for the favela, entry to rooftops, and admission to local viewpoints visited
- Local bilingual guide
- Real-time tracking mobile app and a map of our entire route during the experience, providing the visitor with more security and support.
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Favela Tour Guide – Rio de Janeiro (Instagram: @favelatourguide)
The tour of the largest favela in Brazil, Rocinha, is an authentic and educational experience, where visitors learn about the daily life, culture, and challenges of this community with local guides who were born and raised there. The visit also includes viewpoints with breathtaking views and the opportunity to experience local social projects and understand the extent of their positive impact on the lives of the residents.
Meeting point:
São Conrado subway station (Access A - Rocinha exit)
The itinerary includes the following stops:
- Ascent by motorcycle taxi;
- Laboriaux viewpoint;
- Novo Visual Restaurant/Viewpoint;
- Cultural attraction with capoeira;
- Immersion in the alleys and backstreets;
- Rooftop with a 360° view in the middle of the community;
- Popular Rocinha market.
We will walk together through alleys and narrow streets, getting to know famous sights, hearing stories and interesting facts about the favela, and, of course, taking lots of photos!
Terms & conditions
This tour involves a hike of approximately 3 hours, so a moderate level of fitness is required.