About this experience
In this experience, you will not only be able to find the beautiful panoramic views that the walk offers and the reality of what a community or Favela is, but I also promise to fulfill my mission so that you take a little bit of love with you. that I have for this place with a beautiful experience, with energy, laughter and flavors.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr–5 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 hr–5 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Local guides to help you plan
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Rocinha Favela Tour Guide
Plan a guided Rocinha favela tour with practical advice on choosing a locally connected guide, timing, costs, accessibility, respectful photography, and flexible day-of planning.
What is included
- HD photo album
- Entry to reserve
- motorcycle taxi
Not included
- tips
- We have the option of eating or having a drink in one of the bars in the favela
Itinerary and highlights
This adventure begins in the Vidigal square, where we will take a motorcycle taxi (usual transport for the inhabitants of Vidigal) until we enter the reserve.
A light/moderate 50-minute trek awaits us, going around the Dois Irmaos hill and seeing La Rocinha, the largest favela in Brazil, from above, we will also recognize the neighborhood of San Conrado, Barra de Tijuca, Pedra de Gavea, Pedra Bonita, Gavea neighborhood, Christ the Redeemer, among others.
This tour has the best cost/benefit of all the trekking's you know!
Night ascent: We receive the sunrise from the top and we go down in the morning. It's like doing two excursions in one! Includes flashlight and a coffee to receive the sun.
In the morning and at noon: We go up and down accompanied by sunlight, being able to appreciate the path twice.
Ascent in the afternoon and descent at night: We bid farewell to the sun from the top and descend at night. It's like doing two excursions in one! Includes flashlight.
We descend the hill through a shortcut that leaves us in the highest area of Vidigal.
We will visit the "Mirante de Avrao" hostel with a beautiful panoramic view of the favela, then we will go to the "Quiosque do Avrao" where we have the option of breakfast, lunch or snack, they also serve caipirinhas and ice cold beers.
Finally, the descent through the heart of Vidigal! We will go through stairs, corridors, its main street and secondary streets knowing the history of the community, interesting data and dream panoramic views!
Meeting and pickup information
- I wait for you in front of the hotel where we immediately begin the experience!
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Marca na Agenda
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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