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Discover Rocinha, Rio's largest favela, on an exciting walking tour! Enjoy and explore vibrant streets with a bilingual guide. Immerse yourself in the community's rich culture!

Highlights

• Meet a friendly guide who shares stories of local culture and resilience.
• Walk through the favela with a local and discover daily life.
• Start your adventure with a fun moto-taxi ride through the lively favela.

Description

Join us for a walking tour of Rocinha, the largest favela in Rio! Your adventure starts with a fun moto-taxi ride to the favela. Once you arrive, you'll walk through colorful streets filled with art and life. With a friendly bilingual guide, you will explore narrow alleys and learn about the community's history. You’ll see local shops, children playing, and hear stories about the people who live here. Don’t forget your camera to capture the amazing views and vibrant scenes. This tour is a great way to connect with the heart of Rocinha!

Includes

Friendly local guide from the favela (bilingual) Moto-taxi to the first stop (R$10 per person) Walking tour in Rocinha Learn about life and culture in the favela Visit the public library (when open) See colorful street art Stop at local shops and markets Meet people from the community Enjoy beautiful views of Rio Tips for local food and drinks Take photos and videos with your phone or mine Try homemade black coffee Visit a social project (donations are welcome) Friendly time with local youth – learn to dance or play football Access to restrooms along the way Real-time location tracking by the local guides’ association and the residents’ association — for more safety and support during the tour.

Important Information

• Come visit the largest favela in Rio de Janeiro! The walking tour in Rocinha lasts about 2 hours and 30 minutes. We will take local transport (moto-taxi) to reach the first stop, and then we’ll walk down through the favela. Available times: 10:00 AM 2:00 PM What is included: Bilingual local guide What is not included: Food and drinks Transport to the first stop (R$10.00 per person for the moto-taxi) What to bring: Camera Light and comfortable clothes Hat or cap, and insect repellent Cash for the moto-taxi (R$10.00) Additional Information: Meeting Point: Please arrive 15 minutes early at [insert location]. Cancellation Policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour. Weather: The tour runs rain or shine, so dress appropriately. Contact: For any questions or concerns, please wait until your is confirmed. If any issues or need for support arise after the reservation, feel free to reach out directly to malux.rio@gmail.com. Shops and restaurants accept credit cards.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund