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Favelas do Vidigal or Rocinha's experience
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3–4 hours
- Price from
- $51 / person
- Location
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 19 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Guia Wellington/Berimbautour
- Meeting point
- Find in front of the Copacabana Palace Hotel.Time 13hrs20min
Description
An opportunity to be closer to the Carioca people in their everyday life. You will for a moment participate in their experiences, customs and routine passing through the streets, alleys and contemplating one of the most beautiful views of Brazil. And from there came all the Brazilian culture, because but favelas came Capoeira; Samba; Brazilian Funk; Axé music; typical foods; girias...In Rocinha you can also have contact with a good part of northeastern culture, as 80% of the residents there are migrants or descendants of people from the northeast of the country. Although located between two traditional neighborhoods of the southern area of the Rio de Jaineiro, the community is part of the Tijuca forest. Come have this unique experience with a local guide and in the biggest favela in Brazil.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 1:20 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 14–65)
- $51
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Salocin Tour
You will have contact with the true Rio culture, its residents and stories, the social reality of the city, good food and one of the two most beautiful favelas seen in Rio de Janeiro, and Rocinha is the largest favela in Brazil.
What's included
Included
Professional guides
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
19 reviews
How it compares in Rio de Janeiro
- Starting price $51 is 37% below the typical $81 for tours of similar length in Rio de Janeiro
Excurgo comparison of 1,666 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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 Favelas do Vidigal or Rocinha's experience take?
Favelas do Vidigal or Rocinha's experience lasts about 3–4 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Favelas do Vidigal or Rocinha's experience cost?
Prices start at $51 per person for this Rio de Janeiro experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Favelas do Vidigal or Rocinha's experience run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 1:20 PM.
Can I cancel Favelas do Vidigal or Rocinha's experience for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Find in front of the Copacabana Palace Hotel. Time 13hrs20min. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Favelas do Vidigal or Rocinha's experience offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
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 Favelas do Vidigal or Rocinha's experience worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 19 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Guia Wellington/Berimbautour.
Reviews(19)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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4.8(19) Free cancellation