Rocinha Favela in French, a thought-provoking visit for French speakers

About this experience

Change your view of the Rio favelas

Discover Rocinha, Rio's largest favela and one of the most emblematic in Latin America

Let yourself be guided through its streets and alleys to discover its history, its culture, its daily life, and its way of functioning. You will understand how this territory, long neglected by public authorities, developed and organized itself until it became a real city within a city, with its shops, services, and its own social dynamic

We will also get a higher perspective to observe Rocinha from different viewpoints and better understand its development in the heart of Rio

If there is a favela to discover to understand this facet of Brazil, it is Rocinha

More than a visit, this experience invites you to go beyond clichés and take another look at the favelas and their inhabitants

Memories, emotions, and open-mindedness guaranteed, to discover Rio beyond the postcards

At a glance

• Duration: 3 hr

Itinerary and highlights

Meeting and pickup information

• You can put it this way, clearly for tourists: The meeting point is at the exit of the São Conrado metro, on the Rocinha side. It is very easy to reach, whether you come by subway or Uber. Precise details will be sent to you via WhatsApp before the visit

Languages and tickets

• French — Guide
• Mobile Only

Tour operator

• RioEvasion

Accessibility and practical details

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• This tour includes stairs, steep slopes and passages through narrow alleys. It is not suitable for wheelchairs, mobility scooters or people with severe walking difficulties. Assistance may be provided on an ad hoc basis, but participants must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on irregular surfaces.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.