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Tour na Favela

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Faça este passeio na favela e tenha outra perspectiva de uma destas comunidades do Rio de Janeiro.

Preço por pessoa:

R$ 119,00 por pessoa.

3 horas e meia .

Mínimo de passageiros

Saída a partir de 2 passageiros.

Ponto de encontro:

Copacabana Palace .

bilhetes de transporte e guia (espanhol, inglês e português) .

O que levar:

sapatos confortáveis, lanche, água e roupa cômoda .

No caso de suspensão por condições climáticas, nós vamos reembolsar-lhe 100% do seu pagamento.

sujeito a condições meteorológicas .

Política de cancelamento e reprogramação:

• Adulto: R$ 119 por pessoa.
• Infante (0 a 5 anos): de graça.

Vamos nos reunir no nosso ponto de encontro com o nosso guia, onde pegaremos um micro-ônibus para começar este tour na favela . A ideia é conhecer uma das comunidades de um ponto de vista respeitoso e não intrusivo. De acordo com a disponibilidade, vamos visitar a favela da Rocinha ou a do Vidigal . Lá, vamos aprender sobre a origem da comunidade algumas horas de caminhada pelas ruas estreitas, e obter uma nova perspectiva da cidade do Rio de Janeiro , vamos pegar o nosso transporte de volta até o ponto inicial.

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5 Best Favela Tours in Rio: A Complete Guide to Visiting a Favela

LOOKING FOR THE BEST RIO FAVELA TOUR?

You are in the right place, as we will be talking all about favela tours in Rio de Janeiro. Back in 2016, I lived in the Vidigal favela for about six months. I also volunteered for a company called Favela Experience, which granted me the ability to visit several favelas in the Zona Sul.

The reality is that Rio de Janeiro favelas are an inescapable part of the Rio landscape and are synonymous with the city itself. Rio is home to around 600 different favelas, most of which are not safe to visit. However, there are a couple that do offer tours. So how do you choose the right favela tour?

Following the pacification of the favelas that began in 2008, tourism grew in popularity, and there are many companies that offer tours to visit them. But how do you choose the right one?

Top 5 Favela Tours in Rio

Above all else, if you are interested in visiting a favela, I’d recommend sticking to Vidigal, Rocinha, and Santa Marta; those are the ones that have tours run by locals. Here are a couple of my favorite favela tours in Rio that are ethical, responsible, and run by locals that live in the favela itself.

⚠️ Note: Please avoid calling favelas Rio de Janeiro slums or Rio slums. Instead, opt for the word communities or urban spaces.

1. Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

⭐️ Rating: 4.7 out of 5 Stars | ⏰ Tour time: 4 hours |  📍 Check rates & availability

Venture into the heart of Rio’s largest favela, Rocinha, on a half-day walking tour that challenges stereotypes and provides an authentic perspective on local life.

Organized by local, English-speaking guides and favela hosts , this walking tour is designed to be respectful and non-intrusive to the residents.

This experience was amazing, the guide really knew where to go and what to see. This is a must-do cultural experience for anyone visiting Rio! — SIMON (READ MORE  REVIEWS )

Unlike other tours that merely drive around in jeeps, this walking tour allows you to stroll the streets in small groups, interact with the locals, and hear their stories firsthand. You’ll learn about the favela’s history, its social and economic challenges, and the vibrant community that calls it home.

The cost of the tour also includes a contribution to the favela community, adding an element of responsible tourism to your visit.

2. Rio de Janeiro: Favela Santa Marta Tour with a Local Guide

⭐️ Rating: 4.9 out of 5 Stars | ⏰ Tour time: 2.5 hours |  📍 C heck rates & availability

Experience a slice of authentic Rio de Janeiro with a guided tour of Favela Santa Marta . Led by a local resident, Thiago Firmo , who was born and raised in Favela Santa Marta, this tour offers an authentic exploration of the favela’s vibrant culture and daily life.

From the panoramic views of iconic landmarks such as Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Mountain, reached by the Santa Marta cable car, to the bustling streets that have hosted famed guests like Queen Elizabeth II and Michael Jackson, you’ll experience the favela from a truly unique perspective.

This was an incredible tour – I’m recommending it to any and all of my friends who come to Rio. — CHRISTINE (READ MORE  REVIEWS )

The tour also offers a chance to visit local artisan shops, revealing the favela’s creative spirit. You’ll walk away with a richer understanding of Rio’s favelas, making this an unforgettable experience for any traveler seeking a deeper connection with the city’s diverse communities.

3. Rio de Janeiro: Vidigal Favela Tour & Two Brothers Hike

⭐️ Rating: 4.6 out of 5 Stars | ⏰ Tour time: 5 hours |  📍 C heck rates & availability

Embrace an off-the-beaten-path adventure in Rio de Janeiro by exploring the captivating Vidigal favela . This community, which emerged around 1940, offers a unique blend of history, culture, and stunning Atlantic Ocean views.

Your journey begins in Vidigal, where you’ll immerse yourself in the community, using local transport and engaging with residents.

The walk through the favelas of Vidigal was an impressive experience and Eduardo took us to a nice bar with an amazing view. — REVIEWER (READ MORE  REVIEWS )

Follow your guide in a group through the forest and head to the first viewpoint. Continue to the next viewpoint for a breathtaking view of Pedra da Gávea and Pedra Bonita . See Corcovado in the other direction before going to the summit of Two Brothers Hill (Morro Dois Irmaos) .

The summit reveals a panoramic vista of Rio’s famous beaches, including Leblon, Ipanema, and Copacabana. This 4.5-hour hike is a true adventure, while also providing travelers a deeper understanding of Rio’s social divisions.

4. Favela Tour Rocinha and Vila Canoas in Rio de Janeiro

⭐️ Rating: 4.5 out of 5 Stars | ⏰ Tour time: 3 hours |  📍 C heck rates & availability

Experience an intimate look at local life in Rio de Janeiro through a guided tour of Rocinha and Vila Canoas, two of the largest favelas in the city.

You’ll begin in Rocinha, where you’ll learn about the favela’s unique architecture , public services, and cultural aspects, stopping at the Rocinha handcraft center and a local terrace for breathtaking views.

A highlight of the tour is the visit to community schools like Moranguinhos or Saci Sabe Tudo . Funded by Favela Tour, these schools offer local kids classes in computer skills, English, music, capoeira, and ballet.

With the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off included, this tour offers a rare and valuable insight into a side of Rio few visitors get to see.

5. Favela Tour in Rio with Transfer service

Uncover the complexities of life in Rocinha Favela, Latin America’s largest favela, during this 3-hour educational tour.

Guided by a local, you’ll navigate the vibrant community, engage with its residents, and delve into the rich history of Rocinha’s establishment. This tour is more than sightseeing – it’s an opportunity to gain a profound understanding of the economic and political factors shaping Rio’s society.

It was not like what you see in the movies you really got a feel for how the other half of Brazilian life goes on. — TY (READ MORE  REVIEWS )

With round-trip transportation from Rio hotels included, this Rocinha favela tour is a convenient and insightful exploration of a side of Rio often unseen by visitors.

The History of Rio Favelas

But before you book your favela tour in Rio de Janeiro , it’s best if you know a couple of key things, like the history behind Rio favelas.

Favelas first appeared in the 19th century, built by displaced soldiers from Bahia who named them after a plant native to that region which irritates the skin and grows freely in the Bahian shantytowns. Favelas were later occupied by fugitive and then freed slaves, earning them the early nickname bairros africanos or African neighborhoods.

These communities were historically low-income and nowadays suffer from the stigma of being associated with the drug trade and violence. However, roughly 23% of Rio’s inhabitants, around 1.5 million people, live in favelas.

But they are also known as hives of creativity. Samba was invented in a favela, and so was pagode. Favelas are also home to culture and art, such as the  moon sculpture  in Providência,  the Maze  cultural space in Tavares Bastos, and  the murals  that line the walls of Cantagalo.

Are Favela s safe?

But what about favela safety? Are favela tours safe? The answer to that question depends on the audience. For many people living in these communities, violence is a real and present danger, whether it be from warring drug gangs or the military police.

For tourists, the answer is quite different . When tourists talk about favelas, they mean Santa Marta, Vidigal, and a few others in the south zone of the city. These only make up around 2% of the total of Rio’s favelas.

These communities, such as Santa Marta and Vidigal, are Rio’s so-called safe favelas. Both have undergone drastic processes of urbanization and even gentrification, with poorer residents no longer able to afford to live there.

Santa Marta Favela

Santa Marta, in the neighborhood of Botafogo, became famous when Michael Jackson filmed his music video for  “They Don’t Care About Us”  there in 1996.

Since then, it has been visited by a number of celebrities, including Madonna, Beyoncé, and Alicia Keys, as well as being used as a film set for the fifth installment of the Fast and Furious film franchise.

Vidigal Favela

Vidigal, on the slopes of Morro Dois Irmãos and in between the swanky neighborhoods of Leblon and São Conrado, has also undergone significant urbanization and gentrification since the 2000s, with its superb views of the city and privileged location driving up the price of real estate. There is no longer any significant drug dispute there, and one of the biggest industries in these areas is, in fact, favela tourism.

Rocinha Favela

Rocinha Favela, Latin America’s largest favela , is a vibrant community nestled between the districts of  São Conrado  and  Gávea . Home to around 200,0000 thousand residents, Rocinha’s narrow alleyways and multi-tiered buildings paint a vivid picture of life in Rio’s urban fringe.

Despite its socioeconomic challenges, Rocinha boasts a resilient community spirit and a thriving cultural scene. Its streets are alive with music, food stalls, and local businesses, reflecting the industriousness of its inhabitants. Rocinha is a testament to the stark economic disparities in Rio, yet it’s also a symbol of resilience, community strength, and the vibrant culture of Brazil’s urban spaces.

Why do some people disagree with Favela tours in Rio?

Some people believe that favela tours in Rio, or poor neighborhoods, can harm the communities. They worry about poverty tourism , saying it treats people like exhibits and can take advantage of them. They argue that some tours just let visitors gawk at the residents instead of promoting a true cultural exchange, which can upset the people who live there.

Critics also say that favela tourism can shock visitors and make them see the communities in a bad light. This criticism is especially aimed at companies not based in the favelas, as they might not care about showing the good sides of these communities or explaining the unique challenges and benefits of living there. As a result, these favela tours in Rio might spread negative ideas about favelas worldwide.

How to Choose The Best Tour Operator

Local people and tour operators have capitalized on people’s fascination with Rio de Janeiro’s favelas, and in Santa Marta, Rocinha and Vidigal they run a huge number of tours around the community, claiming they offer the reality of the slums and an enriching cultural experience.

Unfortunately, many of these tours can seem like sightseeing trips for people to see how less fortunate folks live. But if you do want to go on one of the favela tours in Rio mentioned above, there are specific things that you should take into consideration when choosing a tour.

1. Choose a Local Operator

A company that is based within the favela itself and only employs local residents offers one of the most sustainable ways of doing a tour. Guides from outside the area are not able to speak authentically for the inhabitants about life within the favelas.

Local guides are also able to delicately advise tourists on etiquette to ensure their visit isn’t too disruptive. This includes preventing photography which might include people who would not appreciate it.

This in-depth knowledge, tact and respect is what sets apart the best companies and is one of the most important aspects in minimizing the degree to which a tour becomes an annoyance for the locals.

2. Community Impact: Who benefits from Favela tours in Rio?

Favela tourism can be beneficial for the communities it touches. Many of the tour companies were founded within the favela itself and only employ guides that live there. Whilst this increases the safety and authenticity of the tours, it also ensures that the money is used to boost the local economy.

Increased exposure to the daily lives of the thousands of people that call favelas their home helps to dispel the myth propagated by the media that they are constant warzones to be avoided at all costs.

3. provide Educational Value

Beyond just sightseeing, a tour should provide a deep understanding of the favela’s history, culture, and the socio-economic dynamics that shape the community. It should cover the establishment of the favelas, their evolution over time, and the challenges they face today.

The tour should also highlight the resilience, creativity, and community spirit that thrive amidst these challenges. By fostering understanding and empathy, the tour can help dispel stereotypes and misconceptions about favela life.

4. Safety Concerns

Make sure to only book a tour led by experienced guides who are familiar with the area. They know the local customs and rules and can navigate the intricate layout of the favela, ensuring the tour avoids any potential areas of concern.

A reputable tour operator will prioritize guests’ safety, provide clear instructions, and address any concerns before the tour. It’s also advisable to read previous guests’ reviews to ensure the operator has a strong track record of safety.

Remember, safety also involves respecting the community’s norms and privacy to ensure a positive and respectful interaction between visitors and residents.

5. Smaller Group Size

The size of the tour group can significantly impact the quality of your experience during a favela tour. Smaller groups tend to offer a more intimate and personalized experience. With fewer people, you have more opportunities to interact with your guide, ask questions, and gain deeper insights.

It’s also less intrusive to the local community , reducing the feeling of being a spectacle. Additionally, smaller groups are more manageable, allowing guides to ensure everyone’s safety and comfort.

Warning: Avoid jeep Tours

On the other end of the scale, it is wise to avoid the controversial favela jeep tour companies, which ferry visitors through the favelas in safari jeeps. Not only are they almost exclusively based outside the favelas, but they also align the visit with adventure tourism.

Aside from being sensationalist, this has the potential effect of making residents feel like they’re in a zoo. These tours are satirized by the Rio-based comedy group Porta Dos Fundos  in this video  entitled ‘Poor’.

Favela Tours in Rio: Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to visit favelas in Rio?

Yes — it’s generally safe to visit favelas in Rio, especially with a guided tour. These tours are typically led by experienced local guides who understand the community and its dynamics.

However, like any urban area, favelas can have safety concerns, so it’s recommended to always be respectful, stay aware of your surroundings, and follow the guidance of your tour leader. It’s also advisable to choose a reputable tour operator with positive reviews regarding safety.

Which favela is best to visit in Rio de Janeiro?

Rocinha, being the largest favela in Brazil , is often recommended due to its vibrant culture and stunning views.

Vidigal is also popular, thanks to its friendly atmosphere and the breathtaking hike to the top of the Two Brothers Mountain.

For a cultural immersion, Santa Marta offers colorful buildings and street art, making it a favorite among visitors. Always choose a reputable tour for the best experience.

So the best favela to visit is a toss-up between Rocinha, Vidigal, and Santa Marta — depending on what you are looking fro.

Do people take guided tours of favelas in Brazil?

Yes — many people opt for guided tours when visiting favelas in Brazil. These tours are led by experienced guides, often locals who have a deep understanding of the community’s history and culture.

Guided tours not only provide important context and insights but also ensure visitors navigate these areas safely and respectfully.

They can also often contribute to the local economy, supporting community projects and businesses. Always opt for a tour that prioritizes ethical practices and community respect.

Is it safe to visit Rocinha favela?

Visiting Rocinha is generally considered safe when done responsibly, particularly through a guided tour.

These favela tours in Rio are conducted by experienced guides who are well-versed in the community’s dynamics. However, as with any urban area, it’s important to stay alert, follow the guide’s instructions, and respect local customs.

What favelas to avoid in Rio?

There are around 600 favelas in Rio de Janeiro. However, many of them, particularly those located outside of the Zona Sul (South Zone), are less frequented by tourists and may not be as prepared for visitors.

For safety and to respect the local communities, it’s not generally recommended to visit these favelas, specifically ones located in the North Zone of Rio de Janeiro. The Rio most dangerous favela are usually the ones in the North Zone.

Which favelas are the safest to visit?

When considering safety, the favelas in Rio de Janeiro most commonly visited by tourists are Rocinha, Vidigal, and Santa Marta .

These communities are more accustomed to visitors and often offer guided tours led by local residents or individuals with deep knowledge of the area.

These favela tours in Rio are designed to respect the community’s privacy and dignity while also providing a safe and enriching experience for tourists. However, safety can vary, so it’s always advisable to do research, read reviews, and choose a reputable tour operator.

Final Thoughts: Favela Tours in Rio

Favela tours in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil are not for everyone, but they offer vital insight into the city’s diverse culture and social fabric. When done with consent, respect, and a knowledgeable tour guide, these tours provide a deeper understanding of the living conditions in favelas.

Approached with an open mind, these tours can shed light on the realities beyond media portrayals, revealing the resilience and vibrancy within these communities. Becoming a key part of any Rio de Janeiro city tour, they offer unique perspectives often overlooked.

However, the choice to partake in a favela tour in Rio should be considered carefully, ensuring it’s done ethically and responsibly. In essence, if approached with the right attitude, favela tours in Rio can significantly deepen your understanding of this multifaceted city.

Yvonne Ivanescu, founder of Now in Rio, is a writer and editor with a decade of experience. Passionate about storytelling, she shares the magic of Rio with the world.

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Favela Tour Rio de Janeiro

Our favela tour in rio will take you through the narrow streets of the ghetto , as well as a family home where an amazing view of the city can be seen. while there in the slum, guides will talk about historical and social aspects of the place..

The favela da Rocinha  used to be largest slum in South America until 1992, when it became a district of Rio de Janeiro. It has conquered its own administrative zone, with an office and an administrator. Nowadays, this district has a population of approximately 120,000 inhabitants. Although it preserves the unorganised look of a ghetto, it has everything any other district of Rio has. During the tour, tourists will find out that the place has its own  clinics, supermarkets, public schools, banks and even a tv station.

Tour Program:

WE start the tour collecting travelers from their hotels in Rio ( under the covered areas), heading towards the favela. Once there, we start a walking tour visiting the narrow streets and its markets. We visit a local home and also a terrace with an amazing view of the whole place. Along the way the guide will talk about the history of the favela, its social challenges, its culture and much more. It is an unforgetable tour, do not miss it!

Tour Capacity:

From 02  to 28 people

R$ 279,00 per person - For 02 people

R$ 249,00 per person - From 03 to 05 people 

R$ 229,00 per person - From 06 to 28 people

* If you are a solo traveler booking this tour, please note that in case no other passenger joins it, we will offer a private tour a day before the trip, for extra R$ 200,00. Clients may decline the offer and request a refund.

* For groups over 28 people please contact us via E-mail or WhatsApp

What's included?

• Hotel pick up and drop off
• guiding services
• a walk through some of the alleys of Rocinha
• a visit to a local family home
• a tour around the commercial area, in order to get the feeling of the environment.

Food, drinks and a tip to the family of the house we visit.

Please note

What to bring.

Wear sunscreen for sunny days and dont forget the camera.

CONTACT INFO

+55 21 964239366, [email protected], avenida lúcio costa, barra da tijuca, br, useful links, ministry of tourism.

VISIT ROCINHA THE LARGEST FAVELA IN LATIN AMERICA WITH LOCAL GUIDES

Enjoy a 3-Hour  Favela Walking Tour  at Rocinha which is the largest Favela in Latin America. Your visit is led by our local experienced guide who will meet you in one of our meeting points. Visiting Rocinha, one of Rio’s hundreds of “favelas” is a local experience that gives you the chance to see Brazil from another point of view.

Pickup Location Pickup Time Belmond Copacabana Palace at 9:30 / 13:30 Sol Ipanema Hotel at 9:50 / 13:50

Tours available every day, check out the best tours of rio, 3-hour rocinha favela walking tour.

3 hours Free cancellation

Get an in-depth local experience with this walking tour of one of Rio’s favelas Rocinha. Follow your resident guide to get an insider’s perspective on daily life and learn about the challenges these communities face. 

FROM 130 R$

From 170 r$, 3-hour private favela tour with lunch.

3.5 hours Free cancellation

On this private tour, you will be able to get to know the largest favela in Latin America at your own pace and still have lunch in one of our local restaurants. All with a local guide. 

FROM 1300 R$

4-hour private favela tour & tijuca rainforest  .

4 hours Free cancelation

On our 4-Hour Private Favela with Tijuca Rainforest Tour, we will start seeing Rocinha Favela, the largest Favela in Latin America and explore the untamed Tijuca Rainforest right at the heart of Rio.

From 1300 R$

4-hour football match experience at maracana stadium.

Are you coming to Rio and would like to attend one of Rio’s football match? then you are in the right spot.   Enjoying a football match in Rio is an incredible experience. You should not miss it. 

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Fly like a bird – hang gliding experience in rio.

30 min ( approx) Free cancelation

Are you coming to Rio and would like to experience Rio from above? Join our hang gliding experience with the best pilots in the city of Rio with over 40 years of experience.

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Respect and sense of community, the best and safest favela walking tour in rio with local guides .

Are you coming to  Rio  and would like to visit Rocinha Favela which is the largest in Latin America with a local tour guide? Our  3-Hour Rocinha Favela Walking Tour  aims to educate you about life in a Favela which is such a big part of the culture of Rio de Janeiro. In addition to that, see how residents live and learn about the difficulties Rocinha.

Rocinha Favela which is the largest in Latin America. This is a great way to get to introduce to life in the favela and what it means for the people living there.

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Passeio nas favelas do Rio de Janeiro: Onde contratar? É seguro?

• Postado: 14/03/2024
• Atualizado: 14/03/2024

O passeio pelas favelas do Rio de Janeiro é um tour exclusivo e inusitado e você não pode deixar de conhecer.

Além disso, é superseguro e você tem a oportunidade de conhecer mais sobre a realidade dos cariocas que vivem nas comunidades.

Então, sem mais delongas, vem comigo saber de tudo sobre as favelas do Rio de Janeiro e assim, embarcar nessa aventura mágica! Acompanhe!

Quantas favelas do Rio de Janeiro existem? E onde ficam?

De acordo com censo do IBGE, o Rio de Janeiro possui ao todo, cerca de 763 favelas, o que representa um total de 22% da população do estado vivendo nessas comunidades.

Dentre tantas, a capital fluminense, o local com o maior número de moradores em favelas, totaliza cerca de 1.393.314 de habitantes.

Além disso, sabia que as favelas do Rio de Janeiro se diferenciam do restante do país? Isso porque, muitas das favelas cariocas ficam próximas a bairros e condomínios de luxo.

Como funcionam os passeios pelas favelas do Rio de Janeiro?

Esse tipo de passeio é super seguro e dura aproximadamente de 2h a 2h30 e aqui, os turistas têm uma oportunidade única de conhecer o dia a dia das favelas do Rio de Janeiro .

Guiados por turistas credenciados que são moradores das próprias comunidades locais, o passeio fica bem mais interessante e tranquilo. Já que esses passeios acontecem em comunidades pacificadas.

Além disso, contratando o passeio, os viajantes têm direito a micro-ônibus que os busca e leva de volta no hotel, ou seja, é tudo bem organizado.

Quanto custa? E onde contratar um passeio pelas favelas do Rio de Janeiro?

Primeiramente, saiba que o preço dos passeios pelas favelas do Rio de Janeiro é acessível e os detalhes estão disponíveis no site da Civitatis .

E, para garantir sua participação, os passos são bem simples!

1°: Selecione o melhor dia e horário para participar da atração;

2°: Selecione a quantidade de pessoas que vão participar do tour, lembrando que, as crianças com menos de 8 anos não pagam.

3º: Em seguida, preencha um formulário de inscrição e efetue o pagamento que apresenta ótimas condições de parcelamento no crédito.

4º: Logo você receberá um e-mail de confirmação com voucher eletrônico, sendo necessário apresentada-l0 no momento do embarque.

Por fim, para conhecer o valor exato de cada passeio específico e assim, agendar o seu tour favorito, acesse os links:

• Tour Favela da Rocinha ;
• Tour Favela Vidigal ;
• Tour Favela Santa Marta ;
• Tour Favela Babilônia .

Quais são os principais passeios pelas favelas do Rio de Janeiro?

Mas é óbvio que nós fizemos os tours com as Civitatis e agora vamos contar tudinho para vocês!

E, dentre os principais passeios pelas favelas do Rio de Janeiro , as mais sensacionais para você conhecer são:

1- Favela da Rocinha

A Favela da Rocinha é a principal do Rio de Janeiro e está entre as maiores do Brasil e claro que um tour a pé é completamente imperdível, não é mesmo?

Essa sem dúvidas, é a oportunidade perfeita de se conectar com a parte mais desconhecida do complexo.

Então, durante o tour, passaremos pelas ruas e vielas da favela, conheceremos os projetos educacionais de reinserção social da comunidade, encontraremos manifestações artísticas e os grafites mais famosos da região.

E, a última parada da favela da Rocinha acontece no chamado Trampolim do Diabo, que nada mais é do que o nome do percurso do Circuito da Gávea.

O circuito abrigou o Grande Prêmio da Cidade do Rio de Janeiro numa das competições mais importantes do Brasil: corridas automobilísticas entre os anos de 1933 e 1954.

2- Favela do Vidigal

Diferente da opção anterior, aqui os turistas devem encontrar os guias no Mirante do Leblon do Rio de Janeiro, onde pegaremos um veículo para chegar à Favela do Vidigal e assim, iniciar um tour a pé.

Porém, assim como os outros passeios, aqui temos a oportunidade de conhecer mais sobre a vida dos seus moradores e sobre as atividades da comunidade.

Além disso, como paradas do passeio, temos um mirante que proporciona uma vista incrível da Pedra Gávea.

Continuando com a caminhada passaremos por outro mirante para apreciar a Serra da Carioca, o Corcovado e a Pedra Bonita. E, seguiremos o trajeto até chegar ao Morro Dois irmãos, que tem uma das paisagens mais lindas do Rio de Janeiro.

Lá do alto é possível admirar toda a região sul do Rio, bem como as belas praias, a grande faixa de Mata Atlântica e claro, um pôr do sol inesquecível, por isso, não deixe de fazer ótimos registros, ok?

3- Favela Santa Marta

O tour pela Favela Santa Marta é feito por um guia nascido na comunidade e aqui, você tem a possibilidade de descer becos e vielas para conhecer o dia a dia dos moradores.

Subiremos no morro de teleférico e lá do alto avistamos o Cristo Redentor, o Pão de Açúcar, Copacabana, Ipanema, a favela da Rocinha, o Vidigal e o Morro Dois Irmãos.

Além disso, conheceremos uma moradora que coleciona relógios e ao todo, são mais de 350!

Claro que não podemos deixar de mencionar as modalidades disponíveis desse tour que são: tour com partida de futebol; Tour com almoço; Tour com feijoada + Trilha ao Mirante Dona Marta.

4- Favela da Babilônia

Depois de encontrar a equipe da Civitatis , seguimos por uma subida de 15 minutos até a Favela da Babilônia .

Chegando lá, podemos admirar os murais com street art, conhecer os ginásios, passaremos pelos mirantes Moradores da Babilônia e Bar das Estrelas para se surpreender com ótimas vistas.

Por fim, passaremos pelo Bar do David, um dos bares da região devido a sua gastronomia e cerveja gelada, o que torna deste, um dos mais populares.

É seguro fazer um tour nas favelas do Rio de Janeiro?

Mas é claro que sim, principalmente se você vai fazer seu tour com a Civitatis !

Afinal de contas, a empresa se preocupa muito com a segurança dos turistas e apresenta guias de dentro da própria comunidade, o que facilita a entrada de turistas.

Além do mais, essas favelas já estão pacificadas, e, portanto, são seguras e tranquilas. Portanto, só contratar o tour e aproveitar muito essa experiência.

Outras favelas do Rio de Janeiro para visitar?

Bem, como antecipamos, o Rio de Janeiro é marcado por muitas favelas populares, conhecidas até internacionalmente e além das opções de tour, você ainda pode conhecer:

• Complexo do Alemão;
• Morro dos Prazeres;
• Morro dos Cabritos/Tabajara;
• Chapéu Mangueira;
• Cidade de Deus;
• Jacarezinho;
• Vila Kennedy.

Claro que alertamos que as três últimas favelas do Rio de Janeiro , mencionadas na lista acima, são consideradas como as mais perigosas, já que apesentam um alto índice de tiroteio.

Portanto, se quiser visitar, recomendamos ter cautela e sempre estar acompanhado de guias que sabem como agir nesse momento.

Qual o melhor dia da semana para visitar as favelas do Rio de Janeiro?

Visitar as favelas do Rio de Janeiro é um dos passeios mais interessantes para que visita o estado, não é mesmo?

Pois bem, recomendamos visitar uma favela por dia, lembrando que alta temporada para o passeio, acontece aos sábados, domingos e feriados.

Agora, se você prefere conhecer as favelas do Rio de Janeiro com mais calma, o ideal seria programar sua visita para o meio da semana, e consequentemente, evitar os finais de semana e feriados.

Além disso, não se esqueça de que o horário também importa e, quanto mais cedo você pensa em fazer o passeio, melhor.

Afinal de contas, é possível aproveita muito mais e ainda, casar com outas possibilidades no dia.

Confira também : Como funciona o passeio de Bondinho e o Cristo Redentor?

Vale a pena fazer o passeio pelas favelas do Rio de Janeiro?

Mas é claro que sim!

Afinal de contas, essa é a oportunidade perfeita para se aventurar um pouco pela cidade maravilhosa e assim, conhecer as culturas de quem vive por lá.

E você? Qual das favelas do Rio de Janeiro mais gostou de conhecer? Todas são muito interessantes, não é mesmo?

Portanto, espero que você tenha gostado dessas dicas sobre algumas das principais favelas do Rio de Janeiro para se divertir ainda mais.

Beijos da Iza e do @blogmundoviajante . E até a próxima!

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5 of the Best Rio de Janeiro Favela Tours

Tours of Rio de Janeiro’s favelas with local guides are a great way to ensure support for the local community while learning about its vibrant culture. Here are five of the best options.

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Perhaps it was the film “City of God,” the World Cup, the Olympics or a combination of all three, but Rio de Janeiro’s favelas have gained something of an absurd romanticism. The resulting plethora of tours have, in turn, brought fresh tourism revenue right into the heart of poorer areas of the city. Some estimates suggest that 1.5 million people inhabit the city’s favelas, and these top five tours are the best way to get educated on, and fully understand, the unique culture and lifestyle of them.

Favela Santa Marta local guide tour

High above the main city, the Santa Marta favela has some incredible views out towards Ipanema and Sugar Loaf Mountain. During the course of this two-hour walking excursion, you will explore the mazey streets with a local resident, who knows all the best viewpoints, local craft shops and intriguing nooks of the neighbourhood. This tour is overwhelmingly loved by previous guests and runs from Monday to Saturday every week. From $32 per person.

Book at Getyourguide.com

Rocinha favela walking tour

Rio de Janeiro’s biggest favela is Rocinha, with around 70,000 residents. This local guide-led trip is aimed at giving people an insider’s perspective on the daily life and ongoing challenges of poverty and overcrowding that the locals face. See murals and hillsides covered in ramshackle buildings. See local commerce in action, as well as the efforts of local organizations to improve living conditions in the favela. As with the other tours on this list, the tour fee includes a small contribution to the local community. From $35 per person.

Book at Viator.com

Rio: Half-day Rocinha favela walking tour

With the aim of debunking myths and breaking down stereotypes, this four-hour walking tour in Rocinha is another one run by a local resident that aims to be respectful and non-intrusive to the neighbourhood’s residents. This tour takes you to meet locals who are happy to tell their stories about life in the favela. This is among the most highly rated favela tours in Brazil and offers the chance for a view of the cityscape from a good vantage point. From $36 per person.

Vidigal favela tour and Two Brothers hike

Vidigal favela is fast transforming into an up-and-coming neighbourhood in Rio de Janeiro, with hip bars and vibrant street art. It’s testament to the potentially transformative power of encouraging visitors to come from the outside to spend their money on local commerce. This tour combines an exploration of Vidigal favela with a guided hike up the verdant Two Brothers hill, where expansive views of the city are the reward for your efforts. Daily departures. From $36 per person.

Rio de Janeiro favela Jeep tour

Getting around the favelas, which often dot steep hillsides, is not always an easy task, so a Jeep tour makes neighbourhoods such as Rocinha much more accessible. With pick-up and drop-offs at select hotels, your tour guide will convey you around Rocinha, heading to viewpoints and visiting local institutions such as Samba School Academicos de Rocinha. On certain days, you’ll also get to explore bustling street fairs on foot, where you can buy local crafts and food. From $75 per person.

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• 9.30 / 10 317 reviews | 3,114 travellers This tour far exceeded our expectations. It is a brutal experience to be able to visit a favela with guides who live there, which makes it safe to do so. The tourist is very protected there. The local supplier was very kind in allowing us to change the scheduled day and time a few hours in advance. 10 Anonymous
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Witness the other face of Rio de Janeiro with this guided walking tour of the Rocinha favela in which you will discover the least known and most surprising corners of the Brazilian favelas.

Rio de Janeiro Favela Tour

At the indicated time, we'll pick you up from Belmond Copacabana Palace Hotel in Rio de Janeiro  before heading to the Rocinha favela , one of the largest in Brazil.

On this walking tour, we'll leave behind the prejudices associated with the favelas and discover what life is really like for its inhabitants. We will see up close how the educational projects of social rehabilitation have a powerful impact on the community. Thanks to these programs, the population of the favelas can move forward without needing to resort to violence.

Contrary to what some may believe, these areas of Rio also flourish with artistic and creative expression. Our route takes us past the famous graffiti of Rocinha. Some of the murals are genuine works of art through the feelings of the humblest Brazilians can be articulated. The colorful buildings of Rocinha are another artistic statement from its inhabitants.

Our tour also includes a stop on the spectacular winding hillside road known as the ‘Devil’s Trampoline’ . This was used as a particularly challenging part of a famous car race circuit around Rio which took place between 1933 and 1954. During that period this single-seater competition grew to be one of the most important in the entire country.

Following the favela visit, we will return to the original departure point in Rocinha before taking you back to the hotel area of Rio de Janeiro.

Other favelas in Rio de Janeiro

Want more? Don't miss the opportunity to also enjoy the Dona Marta Favela Tour and continue discovering the most surprising side of Rio de Janeiro.

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Dear Traveler, my name is  Rejane Reis  and we from Exotic Tours operate exclusively within the beautiful city of Rio de Janeiro, where we offer many unique tours. One of our most successful and requested tour is the " Favela Rocinha Tour ", a 3-hour tour through the largest slum in Brazil. It is a perfectly safe tour and the community welcomes visitors. Daytime tours includes One Day In Rio visiting the best views in Rio from Corcovado and Sugar Loaf Mountain, sightseeing, Tijuca Rain Forest, world's largest urban forest, Historical Tour in downtown, Maracanã Stadium, Botanic Garden, Helicopter Flights. Night time entertainment includes samba-school rehearsals and Brazilian music shows, Lapa's Samba Shows and Ginga Tropical Folkloric Show. We are fully staffed, reliable and ready to deliver courteous, professional service with English-speaking guides and drivers. We also offer tourist information and advice free of charge regarding hotel accommodations, entertainment, dining, transportation, what to do and where to go. Specific tours to city attractions and sporting events may be arranged upon request. We'll be glad to answer any questions and hope that you try our services. You won't regret it. Exotic Tours is recommended by important travel books around the world as Le Guide Du Routard, Lonely Planet, Riotur. Make sure to contact us directly by e-mail or telephone to guarantee better prices.

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Exotic Tours was the first Tourism Operator working with residents inside Rocinha . Visit the largest slum in South América with local guides from the Rocinha's Tourism Workshop. Rejane Reis, owner of Exotic Tours, is the pioneer in sustainable tourism inside Rocinha and now she runs the Tourism Workshop which trains local youngsters as guides to take you on this unique tour. Your visit will help our sustainable project as well as create work opportunities within the community. Be assured this is an absolutely safe tour as the locals welcome tourists and visitors alike. You may also purchase locally handcrafted items while on tour, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

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Home » Travel » Latin America » Brazil » Favela Tours in Rio de Janeiro: The good, bad and ugly

Favela tours are one of the most popular yet controversial touristic activities in Rio. This post will try to introduce both sides of the polemic for those who wish to educate themselves about this issue and provide alternatives for those who wish to get to know the favela in a different manner.

I took the favela tour the first time I visited Rio in 2011. I knew a little bit about the favelas from watching Brazilian soap operas but nothing more. For me, it was just another activity on the list of things to do in Rio, just like visiting the Sugar Loaf and so, I didn’t think about it twice.

Today, I make the effort to educate myself before choosing to do different touristic activities that are related to the culture of the place, animals, or can have an environmental effect.

After coming back from my 3 months long trip to Brazil I decided to study Latin American Studies. I was trained as a Brazilianist and focused on films portraying the favelas. Throughout my academic career, I studied the favelas and visited the favela of Vidigal many times as part of my research about the NGO Nós do Morro.

When I studied for a semester in Rio I understood the fascination my friends and tourists I met had with the favela and their desire to take the favela tour. They had a lot of questions about what is the favela, what’s it like to live there, and wanted to see if it’s just like in the movies or shows they’ve seen.

After sharing some of the things I learned about the favela and about my visits there I always insisted on making people aware of the controversy regarding the topic of the favela tours. I never recommend to not take the tour but only want you to be able to make a calculated decision before you go there.

Here are a few things you need to know about the favelas of Rio and the whole debate regarding favela tours.

First, what is the favela?

The first favela was formed by the veterans of the Canudos war that settled in Morro de Providencia as a protest after they didn’t receive compensation for the war they fought. The origin of the name “favela” is supposedly the favela bush in Bahia (where the Canudos war took place). Today there are over 700 favelas in Rio de Janeiro.

From its initial stages, the favela fragmented the postcard image of Rio as a modern progressive city. Favela neighborhoods created the notion of the city as divided into two worlds: the morro – the favela and the asfalto – the “former city.”

The favelas were formally known as shantytowns or illegal settlements in which shacks and tin houses were gathered together and created an informal neighborhood. The favelas were seen as territories of poverty and for a long time, residents lived under the threat of forced removal ( which still happens today ).

Because the favela houses were built by residents themselves with communal work another word that is commonly used to describe the favela is Comunidade (community). When the drug trade entered Brazil during the 1980s the favela was seen as a dangerous territory that was controlled by drug gangs that were threatening the peace in the rest of the city.

Today, there is no one way to define the favela.

While the favela is still considered a place of poverty, today,  the infrastructure has improved, tin houses are actual houses, some have pools and others even serve as Airbnb’s.

Today some favelas still suffer from the drug wars but in preparation, for the two mega-events Brazil hosted (the world cup in 2014 and Olympics in 2016) many favelas were pacified by the Pacification Police Unit (UPP).

Many criticized this pacification process as a 24/7 occupation of these territories all for the sake of presenting a modern and safe Rio to the millions of tourists that arrived during those years. After the games were over, there was a fear that the drug lords that went underground would come back and everything would be back to the way it was before. Today, 2 years have passed and this predicament still can fulfill itself.

So, what about the favela tours?

Favela tours began around 2005 and usually take place in communities like Rocinha or Vidigal that are close to the touristic area, Zona Sul. Most favela tours will include transportation to Rocinha, the biggest favela in Brazil, and then walking around as a group with your guide.

Some guides are from the favela but many are outsiders. They will tell you about the favela and let you buy açai or a drink from the local bars. During the tour I took, we even met some kids as they were coming back from school and they started breakdancing and, of course, passing their hands to ask for money. That was almost a decade ago.

How did this fascination with the favela begin?

Well, according to researchers the film, City of God is the number 1 factor in creating and promoting favela tours. The film was a huge blockbuster but was also highly controversial because of its portrayal of a violent favela that is found in a constant war in which children and teenagers kill each other. The film was key in creating the association of the favela with Brazil in the minds of international audiences and tourists.

If in the past the main associations with Brazil were beautiful beaches, supermodels, and soccer, today the favela is added to those and even overshadowing them.  When I lived in Brazil several tourists would ask me to take them to the favela because they want to see the danger. One even said: I want to see children with guns. Of course, these people were probably the best example for educated travelers, but there are many just like these.

The good, the bad, and the ugly

The question of favela tours was a source of controversy from the get-go. Think about it- tourism is usually associated with leisure and the favela is all about poverty. This dissonance made many people try and define favela tours in dichotomist terms as either bad or good. But as we all know nothing in life is black or white.

The tours caused moral outrage since they basically embodied our exoticization of the Other. The greatest criticism was against the tours that take place in jeeps and give the notion of a safari-like experience with the favela residents as wild animals. Here’s what the scholar and journalist, Ivana Bentes, had to say about these tours:

“The scene is common in Copacabana. A huge green jeep, crowded with tourists dressed as if they were going to an African safari, crosses Avenida Atlantica from the Copacabana Palace . The Jeep Tour takes people from all nationalities to see from ‘close,’ or from the top of the jeep this ‘natural habitat’of a poverty ironically incorporated into the tourist and folkloric image of Rio de Janeiro”

Another issue with the tours is that most times the revenues don’t go to the residents but to the guides and tourism companies that are not locals.

Finally, these tours normally create a false perception since many tourists tend to make the mistake of thinking they are visiting the City of God from the movie when in fact they are most likely visiting Rocinha which is much more colorful and close to the hotels of Zona Sul. The actual favela, Cidade de Deus (City of God), never managed to establish itself as a tourist site since it’s far from the touristic areas.

So, after all this criticism why should anyone take a favela tour? well, as I said there are two sides to every coin.

Since these tours began they brought more people to the favela and, as a result, it brought about economic development improved infrastructure and transportation in the few favelas visited by tourists.

Another important benefit of these tours is their social force. Touring the favelas makes us aware of these communities and creates first-hand encounters that can contradict what we see on TV and in films. The tours have the potential to promote transparency and accountability. The best example of this was in the period of the two mega-events Rio hosted. Different violations during this time were brought to the public’s attention because people outside the favela visited through the tours.

Now you know what both sides have to say about the issue but here are a few things I would like you to know.

The benefits of the tours have been limited since the vast majority of tourists are not Brazilians. So the encounter with the favela is mainly of international tourists that stay in Brazil for a short time so the potential for any social transformation is limited.

What do I think about favela tours?

As I said I understand the fascination with the favela. After all, I did build my whole academic career around favelas, so I get that you would like to visit it.

The most crucial thing to know is that each favela is different than the others.

For me, the favela is another poor neighborhood with some crime (depends on the place and time) and just like I didn’t tour the dangerous poor areas of New Orleans for example (after being warned I shouldn’t even drive through there) I don’t feel the need to tour the favelas.

But! and that’s an important one, you should totally visit the favela! Just maybe not as a tour (and if you do take a tour try and make sure the guide is a favela resident). There are so many other ways!

The best way, in my opinion, is to visit the favela as part of your hike to  Morro Dois Irmãos . The trailhead of this trek is at the favela of Vidigal (Rochinha’s neighbor) and once you reach the top you will have a stunning view of the colorful houses of the favela as well as parts of Rio. Read more about it here . On your way back you can just have lunch at one of the casual restaurants in Vidigal.

Today, several NGO’s that work in the favela welcome volunteers . Our group of exchange students even volunteered for one afternoon to paint some of the houses in the favela of Santa Teresa.

Another way that I’ve not tried is to stay in one of the Airbnb in the favela . My friend lived there for a couple of months and loved it. You can be sure you will get to know more about the favela by talking to your host than on any tour.

This post is a complicated one, I know. Please feel free to consult me with every question you have about this topic and about Brazil!

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• Festonna. DJs Binho e Arena assumem as carrapetas . Sáb (6/4), às 23h. R$ 25, via Sympla .
• Bananonna. DJs Binho e Felipe Ferr são as atrações do evento. Ter (30/4), às 23h. R$ 25, via Sympla .
• Madonna in Rio 40 graus. Jorge Badauê, do Bloco Sereias da Guanabara, e DJ Garrido agitam a pista de dança. Qui (2/5), às 23h. R$ 25, via Sympla .

Me chama de pop. A festa no saguão do cinema Estação NET Rio, em Botafogo, é dedicada à cantora. Rua Voluntários da Pátria 35. Sáb (20/4), às 23h. R$ 20, via Sympla .

V de Viadão — Like a Prayer. A festa voltada ao público LGBTQIA+ homenageia a rainha do pop. Localização não divulgada. Sáb (20/4), às 23h59. R$ 50, via Shotgun .

VHS Rio. A festa pop faz sua estreia no Rio na véspera do show da artista, com direito a seus maiores hits, além de performances drag vestidas como a canotra; é decoração e drinques temáticos. O local ainda não foi revelado. Sex (3/5), às 23h. R$ 40, via Sympla .

Madonna: Superbowl. O esquenta para o show é de festa na Pink Flamingo. Rua Rodolfo Dantas 16, Copacabana. Sex (3/5), às 21h. R$ 40, via Sympla .

Barkabra Boat Special Edition. Um barco com open bar e som de DJs parte do Quadrado da Urca à Praia de Copacabana para assistir ao show. Sáb (4/5), das 17h30 às 2h30. R$ 250, via Shotgun .

Madonna Boat Party. Um catamarã com capacidade para 40 pessoas promete vista privilegiada do show, a 200 metros da praia. Além de comidas e bebidas liberadas, o evento conta com atrações como DJs e participação dragqueen Samara Rios. Marina da Glória. Sáb (4/5), das 19h à meia-noite. R$ 1.700 (2º lote), via Sympla .

Madonna Celebration After. A casa Pink Flamingo celebra o pós-shows com hits da cantora. Rua Rodolfo Dantas 16, Copacabana. Sáb (4/5), às 21h. R$ 50, via Sympla .

V de Viadonna. A festa V de Viadão promove um evento pós-show em celebração a Madonna até o sol raiar. Ainda não há lugar definido. Sáb (4/5), às 23h59. R$ 60, via Shotgun .