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Rio Favela Tour

5.0 (65 reviews) 2–3 hours Free cancellation
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Rio Favela Tour

About this activity

Not all tours are created equal! We put the Favela and community first! We strive to uplift those around us. Touring with us impacts positively those who live in Vidigal.

Walk around the Favela with a local known for his love for Vidigal. You meet locals whose family lived here for half a century. Have the opportunity to see all the amazing secrets Vidigal has to offer with the best guides available.

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At a glance

Duration
2–3 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 8 people
People per booking
1–8
Guide
Portuguese, English
Operated by
Experience Rio

Ages: Adults (12–75 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Guide services

Not included

  • Not included: Alcoholic Beverages
  • Not included: Private transportation: Motorcycle Taxi

Itinerary

  1. Vidigal

    3 hours

    Come and explore the alleys and secret passageways of this concrete jungle. Meet the locals, get a feel of their lifestyle and discover the differences we all have. We promise a personal and truly local experience.

    Where you will go - (Each area has no specific time limit. Some places you may want to stay for 5 minutes and others 30!

    Pedra da Cruz (lookout inside the favela)

    Rua 25 de Dezembro (area inside Vidigal, high up)

    Lookout Vidigal and Rua 3 (top of Vidigal)

    Eco Park (ecological park)

    Rua 14 (lower Vidigal + art work)

    And more! Various secret locations and special experiences.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • You will meet the guide at Vidigal Square. Guides will send a photo beforehand of the location and themselves to better identify them.

End point

  • You will meet the guide at Vidigal Square. Guides will send a photo beforehand of the location and themselves to better identify them.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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