4 hours
E-voucher
Multiple
Overview
Explore Rocinha Favela, the largest favela in Latin America, during this 3-hour guided educational tour. Walk through the local community with your guide to learn about what life is like there. Interact with members of the community, learn about the history of Rocinha and gain a deeper understanding of the economic and political factors that shape Rio society. Round-trip transportation from Rio de Janeiro hotels is included.
Operated by
Rio Carioca Tour Ltda
Ratings & Reviews
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Really enjoyed the...
Michelle_E, Mar 2025
Really enjoyed the experience! Carlos was a great guide and Mateus was a great driver. Would recommend this tour for seeing a variety of things at Rocinha.
Ask for Hélio!
Lewis_W, Nov 2024
Had a great time with our guide Hélio. Hélio took us through his home neighborhood of Rochina, where he clearly knew everyone and is a popular character! We were particularly pleased with how responsive & adaptive Hélio was - he quickly sensed which aspects of the tour were of greatest interest and changed the itinerary accordingly. Tour represented excellent value for money and we felt like we gained some authentic insights. Thank you!
Favourite tour in Brazil
Tress_W, Nov 2024
Put this on your MUST DO list for Rio de Janeiro. The opportunity to visit and learn about life from a guide with local knowledge whilst feeling very safe. We had 3 people on our tour so it was very customised to us. We visited local artists, went to a house and took a motorbike ride.
The other side of Rio
valerie_k, Oct 2024
Very interesting and insightful tour with local, experienced guide, Ellio. Only 4 on tour and at good pace Busy Rochina favela, walked from top back to bottom, through narrow alleyways, along bustling thoroughfares. Some quite dirty areas but always lots of people around doing their everyday jobs. Lots of rubbish at different points waiting for twice daily collection. Saw school, hospital, shops, a living room house. Heard about charity work to help children being completed by ex drug dealers.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Hello! It's great to hear that you enjoyed your experience here in our city! The Rocinha Favela tour is a unique experience and certainly worthwhile, even more so accompanied by a guide as qualified as Helio. Thank you very much for your review and for choosing us for your experience in Rio. We look forward to more great days here! Warm regards!
Itinerary
Rocinha
Located between the neighborhoods of Gávea and São Conrado, Rocinha is the biggest “favela” in Latin America. You will learn and closely see the diversified culture of people living there.
We may visit Favela da Rocinha or Favela do Vidigal. It depends on the day.
2 hoursVidigal
Located in São Conrado, the Favela do Vidigal provides you a spectacular city view. We may visit Favela da Rocinha or Favela do Vidigal. It depends on the day.
2 hours
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Exclusions
- Snacks
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You must be able to walk up and down the stairs.
- For pickup in Barra/ Recreio, additional of USD 10 per person to be paid directly at the tour guide.
- We go to either Favela da Rocinha or Favela do Vidigal.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers per Minivan.
- Contact us to confirm the pickup time according to hotel location.
Guide Languages
English
Portuguese
Spanish
German
Italian
French
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.