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If you're looking for a unique travel experience that will challenge your perspective and broaden your cultural horizons, then a Rio Favela tour should definitely be on your bucket list.
While favelas (informal settlements) in Rio de Janeiro have a reputation for being dangerous and impoverished, they are also vibrant communities full of life, music, and culture.
A favela tour offers a rare opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of Brazil's complex social and economic issues, while also getting to know the welcoming and resilient people who call these neighborhoods home.
From stunning panoramic views of the city to delicious street food and local art, a favela tour provides a truly authentic and unforgettable travel experience.
So, if you're ready to step outside of your comfort zone and explore a side of Rio that most tourists never see, then book this tour and discover why a favela tour should definitely be on every travel bucket list.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Nosso Guia estará à sua espera na entrada do "Nosso Drink Catete", um shopping de bebidas bem descolado. Endereço: Rua Bento Lisboa N°79, Catete.
What to expect
Favelas, also known as comunidades, are informal settlements that are typically located on the outskirts of urban areas. They are often characterized by poverty, overcrowding, and lack of basic infrastructure such as running water and sewage systems. Favelas emerged in Brazil in the late 19th century, as rural migrants moved to cities in search of work.
Over time, favelas became a permanent fixture of Brazil's urban landscape, and today they are home to millions of people across the country.
History of favelas in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro is home to some of the largest and most well-known favelas in Brazil. The first favela in Rio, Morro da Providência, was established in the late 19th century by soldiers returning from the Canudos War.
Over time, other favelas emerged in Rio as rural migrants and others seeking housing moved to the city.
Today, Rio is home to over 700 favelas, many of which are located in the hills overlooking the city.
You will be visiting and interacting with local favelas' entrepreneurs.
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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