Rocinha Favela Immersion Tour

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Portuguese and 1 more

Discover Favela da Rocinha on an authentic tour: immerse yourself in the local culture, appreciate the street art and interact with the community, learning about their stories and challenges.
Visit small businesses, try local cuisine and enjoy panoramic views of the city of Rio de Janeiro. Discover social projects and/or NGOs that make a difference in the lives of residents.
Our experience has a constructive, decolonial and sustainable proposal, contributing to a positive vision of the favela and encouraging local social and cultural actions.
Experience an enriching experience that offers a genuine understanding of the diversity and vitality of Brazil's second largest favela.
In this experience, you will have and experience: Cultural Immersion; Community Interaction; Street art; Panoramic Views; Living History; Informal Economy; Different Social Perspectives.
Awaken a deeper understanding of favelas, their projects and their complexities!!!
Access by Metro and Motorcycle taxi.

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
The price excludes food.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Cardeal Arcoverde

Go to Arco Verde Station in Copacabana and meet our Tour Guide dressed in a royal blue uniform with the name Etnias Turismo e Cultura.

End point

The tour ends with the Guide guiding the return via metro.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Salocin Tour

    Local Culture is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the daily life and vibrant culture of Brazil's largest favela, interacting with local residents, getting to know their ways of life, traditions, crafts and gastronomy. Panoramic viewpoints of the city of Rio de Janeiro, including Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and famous beaches from viewpoints strategically located in the favela. Rocinha Street Art is known for its vibrant street art scene, with colorful murals, graffiti and artistic expressions that reflect the stories, aspirations and challenges of the community. Social Projects that offer the opportunity to visit social projects and NGOs working in the community, providing a deeper insight into local development, education, health and empowerment efforts. Shopping Center that offers a view of the informal economy of the favela. The history of Rocinha, its formation, growth and development over time.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    After taking a taxi, you will visit one of the iconic viewpoints of Favela da Rocinha. Food and drinks are not included.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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
Supplied by Agência Etnias Turismo e Cultura

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Half-day Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
City Tours
Motorcycle Tours
Public Transportation Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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