Venture into a Rio de Janeiro favela (the Brazilian version of a shanty town) on this half-day educational tour. See the day-to-day lifestyles of locals who live in Rocinha, one of Rio's many dense favelas. With a local expert guide, you’ll travel inside the favela, interact with locals and gain a new understanding of Brazilian society.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
8:00 AM and 1:30 PM
Next available
Mon, Oct 12
Adult (ages 9+)
$88
Child (ages 4–8)
$66
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 11.
Tour Options
South Zone -Afternoon
South Zone Hotels: Afternoon departure from most hotels located in Rio's South Zone (São Conrado, Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana and Leme)
Live guide in:: english, spanish, portuguese, french, german or italian.
Pickup included
Barra da Tijuca - Morning
Barra da Tijuca Hotels: Morning departure from most hotels located in Barra da Tijuca
Live guide in:: english, spanish, portuguese, french, german or italian.
Pickup included
South Zone - Morning
South Zone Hotels: Morning departure from most hotels located in Rio's South Zone (São Conrado, Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana and Leme)
Live guide in:: english, spanish, portuguese, french, german or italian.
Pickup included
Itinerary
Pass by
Travel along the impressive Gávea road as you approach Rocinha and begin to feel the unique energy of the community.
40 min
Enjoy a spectacular new look at the city and relax with a 40-minute break at the Club Bar, where you can take in the views and prepare for the exploration to come.
Salocin Tour
90 min
Favela Talk: Attend an engaging talk that offers an in-depth look at the history, culture and challenges of Rocinha.
Visiting Walk: Embark on a 25-minute walk through Rocinha for a closer look at everyday life and local dynamics.
Panoramic Jeep Tour: Feel the adrenaline during an exciting panoramic jeep tour on the way down from Rocinha, taking advantage of the opportunity to observe the community from a new perspective.
Praia de Sao Conrado
20 min
End your adventure with a stop at the stunning São Conrado Beach for photos and to relax by the sea.
What's included
Included
Professional multilingual guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Panoramic jeep tour
Immersive lecture about the favela
Not included
Food and drinks
Pickup Locations & Times
Please stay at the hotel lobby 10 minutes before scheduled time.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.8
63 reviews
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How it compares in Rio de Janeiro
Starting price $88 is close to the typical $81 for tours of similar length in Rio de Janeiro
Excurgo comparison of 1,665 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Available languages: english, spanish, german, italian, french and portuguese
Use light clothes and comfortable walking shoes
Bring sunscreen, a bottle of water and hat in case it's hot
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro take?
Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro cost?
Prices start at $88 per person for this Rio de Janeiro experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM and 1:30 PM.
How much does Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro cost for children?
Children aged 4–8 pay from $66, adults from $88.
Can I cancel Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Please stay at the hotel lobby 10 minutes before scheduled time. Pickup points include Wyndham Rio Barra, Rio Design Copacabana Hotel.
What languages is Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro offered in?
The experience is available in DE, PT, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.8 out of 5 across 63 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Gray Line Brazil.
Reviews(63)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Curtis_P
December 4, 2025 · via Viator
Fantastic tour of the favelas
As a world traveler, Gabriel, my tour guide, was fantastic. Not only did he provide precise history and background, but he was compassionate and professional enough to answer questions and share his personal experiences of life in the Rio de Janeiro favelas. I would recommend him over and over. Gabriel was the best!!!
Operator response
Dear Customer.
Thanks a lot for the review.
We are glad that you liked the tour.
Please count on us on future trips.
Thanks.
Att, Giovanna Maldonado.
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Daryl N
February 1, 2018 · via Viator
Just do it. It's safe, and an eye...
<p>Just do it. It's safe, and an eye opening experience.</p>
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enp2108
May 13, 2017 · via Viator
Our guide was ammaazzing!! She was...
<p>Our guide was ammaazzing!! She was honest yet passionate about the culture/current situation in the favela's.<br/>
Felt safe and would go again</p>
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Katty G
March 15, 2017 · via Viator
This is a great tour and recommend to...
<p>This is a great tour and recommend to everyone. Everyone talks about how great Brazil and beautiful Brazil and that's because they don't visit the surrounds of Brazil and their own people. Visitors usually stay in Rio. I'm glad I took this tour with my mom so she can really see both sides of the country.</p>
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Dean G
February 18, 2017 · via Viator
This tour was very disappointing. It is...
<p>This tour was very disappointing. It is advertised as a 4-hour tour of Rocinha Favela, however, I was picked up at my hotel at 9:00am, we drove to the favela...walked through Rocinha for one hour from 9:30-10:30am...and after waiting for the driver for 30 minutes in the blistering sun, was dropped off at my hotel at 11:30am...Not fairly priced as there are tours advertised as 2-hours favela tours for less than half the price of this one. The tour guide Carlos was a nice guy. Avoid this one and choose another Rio favela tour.</p>
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Robbert W
August 31, 2016 · via Viator
We received a great history lesson...
<p>We received a great history lesson about the favela .</p>
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M l
August 28, 2016 · via Viator
What a wonderful experience, it is a...
<p>What a wonderful experience, it is a must see when in Rio.</p>
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jtorres_md
August 24, 2016 · via Viator
The tour guide was amazing! Everything...
<p>The tour guide was amazing! Everything went excellent. Cariocas are friendly and open to tourists. I definitely recommend this tour. I'm happy that I did it, it change your mind because isn't a tour to see the poorest is a tour to share the diversity and the community spirit built out.</p>
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Gil M
August 3, 2016 · via Viator
Driver never arrived to pick us up...
<p>Driver never arrived to pick us up. Very disappointing.</p>
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Sheila D
May 28, 2016 · via Viator
Quite and education! The people who...
<p>Quite and education! The people who live in the favela seem to have created a community that works well for them.</p>
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