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Rocinha Private Walking and Cultural Tour in Rio de Janeiro
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Rocinha Private Walking and Cultural Tour in Rio de Janeiro

by Favela Brothers Tour

3 hours
$58.50$65 on ViatorSave 10%/person
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3 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
$117$130Save 10%
2 guests × $58.50
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This three-hour private walking tour explores Rocinha, the largest favela in Rio de Janeiro, led by local guides Maka and Obi Basilio. The guides, brothers born and raised in Rocinha, provide insights into daily life and the community’s history from a local perspective. The tour includes visits through the favela’s alleys, rooftops, and local shops, as well as cultural projects supported by the guides. Transportation and rooftop views are included. While the tour focuses on Rocinha, travelers can be picked up from Copacabana, Leblon, or Ipanema neighborhoods, although the route does not pass through these areas. The tour passes by Morro Dois Irmaos on the way to Rocinha but does not include a stop there. Food, drinks, and souvenirs are not included but can be purchased optionally during the tour.

Highlights

Three-hour private walking tour of Rocinha favela
Guided by local brothers born and raised in Rocinha
Includes rooftop views and visits to cultural projects
Transportation included with pickup from nearby neighborhoods
Walk through alleys, shops, and local community spaces

What's included

A bilingual guide leads the walking cultural tour including transportation and access to rooftop views.

What's not included

Food, beverages, and souvenirs are not included and are optional.

Itinerary

1

Salocin Tour

The tour takes place in Rocinha, which is the largest and most well-known favela in Rio de Janeiro.

180 min

2

Copacabana Beach

The tour does not include a route through Copacabana, but travelers staying in this area can be picked up.

3

Praia do Leblon

The tour does not go through Leblon, though travelers located there can be picked up.

4

Ipanema Beach

The tour does not pass through Ipanema, but pickups are available for travelers in this neighborhood.

5

Morro Dois Irmaos

Although the tour does not stop at Morro Dois Irmaos, it passes by this landmark on the way to Rocinha.

Meeting point

Metro Station

End point

Metro Station

Languages

Portuguese (guide)English (guide)Spanish (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–10 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
Total
$117Save 10% vs Viator