What to expect from our Favela Tour?

Since 2002, we’ve been welcoming visitors to Rocinha with safe, respectful and authentic tours led by local guides.

Discover the real Rocinha beyond the typical tourist experience. Walk through its streets and alleys, hear stories from people who live there, and learn about the community’s history, culture, music, art, entrepreneurship and everyday life.

Located between São Conrado and Gávea, Rocinha is home to a vibrant community of more than 100,000 residents. It has developed a unique identity and plays an important role in the social and cultural life of Rio de Janeiro.

During the tour, you can expect:

• 👣 Walking through local streets and alleys
• 🏘️ Learning about community life and history
• 🎨 Discovering local art, music and culture
• 📸 Beautiful viewpoints and photo opportunities
• 🤝 Meeting local people and hearing real stories
• 🌎 Seeing Rio from a completely different perspective

Our experienced local guides follow carefully planned routes and are there throughout the experience to make you feel comfortable, welcome and informed.

More than a sightseeing tour, this is an opportunity to connect with local residents and experience Rocinha. Leave with a deeper understanding of Brazil beyond the stereotypes.

Support our community

We are a small local business based in Rocinha. Your support helps us create opportunities for local guides and contribute to education, sports, and community projects.

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.

Tourism with impact

Creating educational opportunities through sports, encouraging teamwork, discipline, and personal growth.

We have been operating in Rio for over 10 years and have helped more than 10,000 children in the region. 

Help us educate through sport.

At the heart of our mission is education and opportunity. We believe that empowering people with knowledge opens doors to a brighter future — both for individuals and for the community as a whole.

Through our program, we train and mentor new local guides, helping them develop professional skills in tourism, hospitality, and cultural exchange. This not only creates jobs but also strengthens the local economy and promotes pride in Rocinha’s rich culture and history.