| 📅 Favela Tours Schedule at 10:30 & 16:30 |
Enjoy our Favela Walking Tour at Rocinha Favela which is the largest in Latin America. This is a great way to get to introduce to life in the favela and what it means for the people living there.
From 175 R$
Our Favela Walking Tour aims to educate you about life in a Favela which is such a big part of the culture of Rio. In addition to that, see how residents live and learn about the difficulties Rocinha – the largest Favela in Latin America. Furthermore, we are the only Favela Tour company in Rio which offers tours in the morning and in the afternoon led by a local guide and an extra helper to ensure full attention and comfort for your tour.
Awareness: This tour may not be suitable for everyone. We approach the realities of Rio’s favelas with great sensitivity and respect, and we ask our guests to do the same.
Notice: For the privacy and comfort of all participants, we do not allow sunglasses equipped with cameras on our tours.
Favela Walking Tour
Late Morning & Afternoon Favela Tour at 10:30 & 16:30
From: 175 R$
At 10:30 & 16:30, the same experience is available as a group tour – perfect if you’d like to share the adventure with other travelers.
⚠️ Important:
Due to the motorbike ride included at the beginning of the tour, we do not recommend this experience for children or elderly visitors with mobility difficulties.
What is included?
| ✅ 2-3 hour guided tour by a local guide |
| ✅ Meeting point: Sao Conrado |
| ✅ Available in :🇬🇧🇪🇸🇧🇷 |
| ✅ Mototaxi /taxi to the top 🏍️ |
| ✅ An extra assistant |
| ✅ Contribution for Social Investment 💰 |
📍The Only Meeting Point for this tour:
Igreja Universal de Sao Conrado (church)
Address: Avenida Niemeyer 780
| Payment Methods | Price |
| Credit card | 200 R$ |
| Student / Cash | 175 R$ |
Highlights of your Favela Tour at 10:30 & 16:30
Whether you choose the morning or afternoon tour, you’ll enjoy the same culturally rich experience. If you prefer cooler temperatures and softer light for photography, the morning tour is ideal. If you like a more leisurely start to the day, the afternoon tour is equally captivating. Both offer a rare and authentic perspective on Rio’s most iconic favela.
Travel Tip: Wear comfortable shoes, as the tour involves some walking on uneven steps and narrow alleys.
What to expect of your Rocinha Tour
- Moto-taxi ride to the top of Rocinha
- Rooftop viewpoint with stunning panoramas and photo opportunities
- Guided walk through residential areas, markets and murals
- Insight into Rocinha’s culture, history and daily life
Please arrange your own transportation (Uber or Taxi) or Get off at Sao Conrado Metro Station – Exit A and walk to Igreja Universal to meet our guides at this location
Our Favela Walking Tour operates every day from Monday to Monday only with local guides and since 2002 has been rated number 1 on TripAdvisor.
We may capture photos and videos during the tour for use on our official social media channels such as Instagram, Facebook and Youtube shorts. However, If you wish to be tagged or prefer not to appear in any content, please inform one of our guides before the tour begins. 📸
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