Discover a more authentic side to Rio de Janeiro on a non-intrusive and respectful walking tour of a favela. Learn about the lives of the people and how you can help break the cycle of drugs and guns through the power of education. Build a better future.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2 hours
- Starting time 1:30 PM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Portuguese, Spanish
Experience
Highlights
- Take a safe and respectful walk through a favela in Rio de Janeiro
- Learn more about the area from a local guide
- Get a different perspective on Rio de Janeiro
Full description
Start your favela tour with a pickup from one of the meeting points in Copacabana or Ipanema beach. Journey to the Rocinha Favela for the start of a walking tour at approximately 2:20 PM.
Follow your local guide through the favela and learn more about what it is like to live there. Rio's favelas are a big part of city life, and the non-intrusive tour aims to educate you in a way that pays respect to the locals. In addition, part of the cost of your tour is contributed to the community to help them build a better future.
Get a different perspective about life in Rio de Janeiro, and benefit from insider tips from a local guide.
Includes
- Local guide
- Walking tour
- Transportation by air-conditioned minivan
- Gratuities (recommended)
- Food
- Hotel pickup
Not suitable for
- People with back problems
- People with heart problems
- Wheelchair users
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Date
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Meeting point
Meeting point varies depending on option booked.
Important information
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Sunscreen
Know before you go
- Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers
- Please note that the tour may be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- A moderate amount of walking is involved
- Please note if you are booking a tour in French or German please book in advance as the demand for these tour guides is high
- Clients staying in Sheraton Hotel or Barra da Tijuca must come to Praia Ipanema Hotel, otherwise, an extra charge will apply
- Please be aware that you will spend 1.5 hours inside the favela as part of your walking tour. The 2-hour tour duration already includes all the pickups and drop-offs
