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Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro is a tour or activity in Rio de Janeiro, about 3 hours long. It costs about CAD $49 per person. TripRadr is a neutral Canadian vacation comparison site; you book this activity on Viator, and TripRadr may earn a commission.
FAVELATOUR is indispensable if you look for a deeper perspective and wise informations on many aspects of Brazil`s socioeconomic issues. Tour integrates visitors to the local community revealing a new angle of favelas, Rio de Janeiro and its people, changing their reputation of exclusion. You will go to Rocinha, largest favela in Brazil, and possibly Vila Canoas, according to the program of the day. From there you will to see impressive panoramic views over Rio. We walk you through both residential and vibrant commercial area. Handcrafts can be available if you wish do buy. 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 matter how adventurer you are, go to a favela with an organized tour. We are the pioneer of social tours to favelas since early 1992. If you really want to understand Brazil better, don´t leave Rio missing the FAVELA TOUR. Tours may need minimum quorun to go.
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 h 30 min
Part of the road trip trajectory towards and back from the Favela includes most South Zone beaches in Rio.
Part of the road trip trajectory towards the back of the Favela includes most South Zone beaches in Rio.
Part of the road trip trajectory towards the back of the Favela includes most South Zone beaches in Rio.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro costs about CAD $49 per person. The price depends on the date, the option you choose and the number of travellers. Prices on TripRadr are in CAD and approximate, converted from Viator's price. The final price is shown on Viator before you book.
It takes about 3 hours. The exact start and finish times depend on the option and the date you choose. Viator shows the times when you pick a date.
This activity includes In-vehicle air conditioning. Anything that is not listed is not included. The full list is on the Viator page.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Rules can differ by option and date. Read the policy on Viator before you book.
Hotel pickup is available for Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro, or you can meet at the start point. The operator sets the pickup areas and times. Check them on Viator before you book.
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