About this experience
In this tour you will have the opportunity to visit one of the most famous favelas in Rio de Janeiro, experience the residents' cotiano and enjoy one of the most beautiful views of the city
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr
What is included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Itinerary and highlights
We will start the tour with the transfer from the hotel to the beginning of Santa Marta station, where the guide will pass information about Favela Santa Marta and the city of Rio. Next we will go to the top of the favela using the Santa Marta cable car to the locals where tourists will be able to witness the everyday life of the locals taking a stroll through the streets and alleys where local history is told in tandem with the history of famous people who came here as Queen Eliabeth II, Michael Jackson, Madonna. The top of the favela has a panoramic view of the city, where you can see the Cristo Redentor, Sugar Loaf, Botafogo Beach, Rodrigues de Freitas Lagoon and the entire Botafogo neighborhood.
Meeting and pickup information
- Pick Up Conditions Customers who are within the covered areas, pick up will take place as long as it is guaranteed / included in the tour. This service allows the customer to be picked up at their hotel before each tour. List of areas covered: Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana and Rudder. If the clients / contractors are outside the covered area of the pick up, you must go to the nearest hotel meeting point, for these situations you should contact customer service to arrange the best meeting point.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Brasil Show Turismo - Agência de Turismo Rio de Janeiro
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Available tour options
- Pickup included
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