FAVELATOUR is indispensable if you look for a deeper perspective of many aspects of Brazil`s complex socioeconomic issues. Tour integrates visitors and locals revealing a new angle of favelas and its people, changing their reputation of exclusion. You will go to Rocinha, largest favela in Brazil, and may be, Vila Canoas, according to weather condition. From there you also get to see impressive panoramic views over Rio. We walk you through both residential and commercial area and you may also purchase nice handcrafts, if you wish. We will also lead you to a local school financed by FAVELA TOUR, and show other local community projects. Favelas are safer than most people believe, but no matte...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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You will visit Vila Canoas according to weather condition.
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Não operamos tours nos domingos a tarde. Tours sujeitos a quorum minimo para a confirmação final
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Arriving in Rocinha, explanation about the architecture, public services, local cultural aspects, carnival etc...
Visiting the Rocinha handcraft center.
Going to a local terrace, pause for pictures and images of a breathtaking view over Rocinha and Rio, talks about the security, local infrastructure and other aspects of favelas and favela life.
Driving down through the "Estrada da Gávea", a former F1 race track.
Walking on the commercial and central area.
Visiting the "MORANGUINHOS" or "SACI SABE TUDO" community schools. These social projects are financed by FAVELA TOUR. Besides regular classes, the school teaches local kids initial computer skills, English classes, music, capoeira, ballet classes etc... These projects have absolutely no financial support from Brazilian government.
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Copacabana Beach
Part of the road trip trajectory towards and back from the Favela includes most South Zone beaches in Rio.
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Praia do Leblon
Part of the road trip trajectory towards the back of the Favela includes most South Zone beaches in Rio.
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Ipanema Beach
Part of the road trip trajectory towards the back of the Favela includes most South Zone beaches in Rio.
FAVELATOUR is indispensable if you look for a deeper perspective of many aspects of Brazil`s complex socioeconomic issues. Tour integrates visitors and locals revealing a new angle of favelas and its people, changing their reputation of exclusion. You will go to Rocinha, largest favela in Brazil, and may be, Vila Canoas, according to weather condition. From there you also get to see impressive panoramic views over Rio. We walk you through both residential and commercial area and you may also purchase nice handcrafts, if you wish. We will also lead you to a local school financed by FAVELA TOUR, and show other local community projects. Favelas are safer than most people believe, but no matte...
