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Samba School Rehearsal Experience – A Night to Remember!
Why wait for Carnival? Experience the magic of Rio all year round at an authentic Samba School rehearsal!
Join us on a Saturday night to visit the prestigious Salgueiro Samba School, one of the best in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy round-trip transportation, entrance ticket, a reserved shared table, and the guidance of a licensed tour guide.
Feel the energy of live Brazilian music, stunning samba dancers, traditional baianas, and the unforgettable performance of the bateria — the powerful percussion orchestra that is the heart of the samba school.
More than a show, this is a true cultural immersion into the soul of Rio’s Carnival.
An unforgettable night of rhythm, joy, and pure Brazilian passion!
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Operating Schedule: Who said you have to wait until Carnival to see a Samba School rehearsal? Samba Schools begin their preparation for the great Carnival parade several months in advance. The first rehearsals usually start in July or August (this depends on each samba school). From July on, every Saturday night, in small groups, we visit the prestigious Salgueiro Samba School (one of the best in Rio de Janeiro), and it will be our pleasure to take you to this unforgettable experience. Depending on your hotel, we will pick you up between 8:00 pm and 9:00 pm. Your tour includes round-trip transportation from your accommodation in the following neighborhoods: Centro, Catete, Botafogo, Flamengo, Glória, Lapa, Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, and Leblon. We do not offer pick-up in Barra da Tijuca, São Conrado, or Recreio (the meeting point will be at the Sheraton Leblon Hotel), nor in Santa Teresa (meeting point at Vila Galé Hotel – Centro). On the afternoon of your tour, the tour guide will inform you of the exact pick-up time. Upon arrival at the Samba School rehearsal, your entrance ticket will be included, and a comfortable table will be reserved for you and your group. This magical night will begin with a lively Brazilian Popular Music band. Beautiful samba dancers (passistas), traditional baianas, talented musicians, and the flag-bearing couple (mestre-sala and porta-bandeira) will introduce you to the fascinating world of Samba and Rio’s Carnival. Around 11:30 pm comes the highlight of the night: the performance of the bateria (percussion orchestra), the heart of the samba school. Sixty percussion instruments played simultaneously in perfect harmony create a wonderful rhythm of unmatched strength and joy. This rhythm is a treasure, a true cultural heritage of priceless value. At 1:00 am, we will take you and your group back to your accommodation. Your tour includes round-trip transportation, a licensed tour guide, entrance ticket, and a shared table. Food and drinks are not included. Without a doubt, you will remember this night forever!!! We can describe a samba school rehearsal, but there are no words to truly explain the incredible energy and the unique feeling of visiting a samba school. The Salgueiro Samba School rehearsal is not just a show — it is a wonderful cultural experience you simply cannot miss during your visit to Rio de Janeiro.
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- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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