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Favela Walking Tour

The Best Favela Tour in Rio according to TripAdvisor

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Favela Tour


3-Hour Rocinha Favela Walking Tour in Rio de Janeiro

Experience Rio de Janeiro’s authentic spirit with our immersive 3-hour Rocinha Favela Walking Tour, showcasing the vibrant culture of Rocinha, Latin America’s largest favela. Led by seasoned local guides with over 20 years of experience, this tour provides a unique perspective on the daily life, resilience, and culture within this remarkable community. Available daily at 9:30 AM and 1:30 PM, the tour offers flexibility with both morning and afternoon options, complete with convenient pick-ups from Copacabana and Ipanema. Plus, we offer exclusive student discounts!

Tour Highlights & Schedule

Your journey begins at the iconic Belmond Copacabana Palace, with a second pick-up at Sol Ipanema. Following an enlightening two hours exploring Rocinha, we’ll take you on a scenic return route through Leblon and Ipanema, dropping you near your hotel. Since 2002, we have been dedicated to leading these socially responsible tours, offering insights into the social issues and needs of this community that often go unnoticed. Our commitment to supporting the local community ensures your tour directly benefits Rocinha’s residents through ongoing social projects.

History & Background of Rocinha Favela

After the abolition of slavery, freed Black Brazilians were pushed from downtown Rio, often to the outskirts or suburbs. The term “favela” originated from these early communities, but it wasn’t until the 1970s that favelas expanded significantly. Economic migration from rural Brazil brought a new wave of people seeking opportunity in the city, resulting in the growth of many modern-day favelas, including Rocinha.

Morning or Afternoon Tour – Which Is Better?

Both tours offer the same rich experience. If you prefer to avoid Rio’s midday heat, the morning tour may be ideal for you. Join our ethically guided tours to discover Rocinha, support local initiatives, and give back to the community. Contributions from this tour support projects providing food, clothing, sports equipment, and educational resources to residents.

What’s Included in Your Tour

  • English-speaking guide & an additional local assistant
  • Round-trip transportation from designated meeting points
  • Student discount available for eligible participants

Use our promo code and get 10% off: favelawalkingtour

Payment Methods
Prices
Credit card
250 R$
For Cash (click here)
225 R$
Student
200 R$
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Reviews

TripAdvisor

Une expérience a vivre, au cœur des favelas, vous découvrez le quotidien de la communauté de Rocinha, une ville dans la ville, rien à voir avec Rio, excursion qui vous fera changer de regard sur la pauvreté dans ces quartier et permet de faire connaître ces derniers sous un meilleur jour. Carlos notre guide était adorable 🇫🇷

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GetYourGuide

This is an excellent tour. You learn a lot about the city and how people have taken it into their own hands to build a life. A favela tour is far from “let’s go look at poor people”, as some on social media suggest. The guide is very knowledgeable and speaks excellent English. Wear good shoes since the roads and stairs are steep, narrow and sometimes rough. 🇬🇧

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Civitatis

Wir hatten eine super Tour durch Rocinha! Die beiden Guides Bruno und Samuel waren echt super und haben uns viel über das Leben dort erzählt. Es war sehr interessant und hat viel Spaß gemacht! Wir wurden pünktlich am Abholort abgeholt und auch dorthin wieder zurückgebracht. 100% empfohlen 🇩🇪

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Get involved today and support our local community

Many organizations in favelas like Rocinha receive no government funding, making day-to-day survival a constant challenge. We’ve outlined some of the social work we do in Rocinha. These are the programs we support inside our community:

  • Basic food supplies to local families
  • Clothing and sports equipment
  • Educational opportunities through sports

For only $1 a month, you can make a real difference in the lives of those living in Brazil’s favelas. Your contribution will help fund vital projects that provide education, healthcare, and opportunities for children and families who need it most.

Why $1? Because we believe that everyone can be a part of positive change. With your support, we can empower communities, build a brighter future for our kids at Rocinha Favela, and ensure that no one is left behind. However, if you wish to make a one-off donation, it is easy and welcome, just click in the button below.

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