The real life behind the word favela

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  • Duration:3 hours (approx.)
  • Location: Rio de Janeiro, Southeast Brazil
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The real life of a favela, forget everything you know and come to discover it yourself!

Our guides Pablo and Henrique were born in Rocinha, they’ll be delighted to tell you their story. You’ll live in immersion for a day in the largest favela of Latin America.

The experience begins with the famous motorcycle taxis that will take you to admire a breathtaking view. After you going to discover a typical house with once again an incredible panorama.
We’ll walk inside the bécos of Rocinha (small streets of Favela).
You’ll have the opportunity to learn more about a social Capoiera project. But also other cultural points + some surprises.

Regarding safety, don’t panic, the Rocinha favela is a safe place and our guides will stay with you from the beginning to the end of the tour.

We look forward to having you with us.


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Posted By : Q913WNvincentr
Very nice cultural activity
Enrique is a very good guide and explained to us very well how the favela works and therefore put an end to certain preconceived ideas that we tourists had….
Excursion that I highly recommend
Thank you again, there were 6 of us as a family and we all agree that it is absolutely a must do when we come to Rio
Best wishes
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Posted On : 2024-06-06 12:59:29 full ratings


Posted By : Luna F
Amazing !!
The guide Carlos was great, he took the time to explain everything to us perfectly.
We loved it, especially the motorbike!!
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Posted On : 2024-06-04 19:11:21 full ratings


Posted By : Ewa_B
This was my favorite tour of Rio. Carlos was wonderful, kind, and very knowledgeable. We learned so much and challenged so many of our preconceptions of the favela. Would highly recommend.
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Posted On : 2024-05-26 13:24:33 full ratings


Posted By : 643l_ae
We loved our experience with our guide Carlos, who guided us through the Rocinha favela and answered all our questions. He was able to deconstruct any preconceptions we might have had by showing us what local life is like. We also took part in a Capoera demonstration. We recommend this visit to anyone visiting Rio!
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Posted On : 2024-05-25 13:33:26 full ratings


Posted By : ston0002
I'm happy I did this tour. It was a lot of fun, starting with an exciting (!!) motorcycle ride, beautiful viewpoints of Rocinha, cute local stores, and lots of opportunities to learn about local stories. I feel so much more appreciation for Rocinha and Rio from this tour. Antonio is great, very kind, and knows much about the area and people there. I'd highly recommend this tour!!
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Posted On : 2024-05-19 18:37:30 full ratings


Posted By : Explorer795195
Absolute must-do activity in Rio. The guide, living in the favela, is very kind, takes the time to explain everything and answers all our questions. I regret not going there sooner!
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Posted On : 2024-05-19 08:32:09 full ratings


Posted By : Salikrashid
Carlos our guide was excellent. He is from the favela and still lives there so knows the area and people very well.

He can speak quite a few languages fluently so everyone was accommodated and the experience was amazing.

This tour is definitely worth doing and you will not regret it. From the pick up on bikes to the visiting of different locations to the knowledge we are told about.

Also there is some opportunity to watch traditional dancing allowing you to give a contribution if you wish. We also visited the gang areas but always felt safe.
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Posted On : 2024-04-11 19:43:25 full ratings


Posted By : j0nmartinf
Exciting and educational for the whole family. Antonio was great, told and explained, and patiently answered all our questions. Nice to greet his family! Felt very safe. Recommended!
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Posted On : 2024-04-11 17:25:50 full ratings


Posted By : edenb660
Pablo was a great tour guide answered every question. probably the best experience so far in Rio. Would recommend to anyone here.
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Posted On : 2024-03-27 15:21:47 full ratings


Posted By : Thomas M
Great experience, truly a real world tour, Daniel was amazing . Walked throughout the favela , saw local flair and artist. Met residents ate good food . Highly recommend it . Best tour I had while in Brazil
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Posted On : 2024-03-23 12:36:02 full ratings