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TouRio Local Experience in Favela Santa Marta
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 2h
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Multiple languages
Overview
- An intimate experience at the guide's home - the difference of entering a real home
- Cultural authenticity - samba with locals
- Unique caipirinha moment - exclusive experience with "Louro"
- Genuine interaction - playing soccer with kids creates real connections
- Craft creation workshop with local and reused materials
Activity location
- Rio de Janeiro
- Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Meeting/Redemption Point
- praca Corumba - Rua: Sao Clemente, 320 - Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22260-004, Brasil | small square at the entrance to the favela on Rua São Clemente 320
- Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Check availability
TouRio Local Experience at Santa Marta Favela
- 2h
Activity duration is 2 hours 2h - English
What's included, what's not
- cable car
What's included What's included - hike
What's included What's included - translation
What's included What's included - caipirinha tasting
What's included What's included - craft workshop
What's included What's included - buy local drinks, food, and crafts
What's excluded What's excluded
Know before you book
- Not suitable for: People over 95 years, People with heart problems, People with mobility impairments
What you can expect
An unforgettable cultural immersion experience
An authentic journey through one of Rio's most vibrant communities. This isn't just a tour—it's an invitation to genuinely experience our culture, sharing real life experiences, not memorized stories. An immersion that goes beyond postcards.
Where to meet
TouRio (https://maps.app.goo.gl/e4xrMyvsq28kGUDg8)
at Praça Corumbá (entrance to the favela at Rua São Clemente 320) Reception with a local guide, where energy and history come to life. After a chat, we'll start our uphill walk.
Experience Route
Historic Cable Car Climb on foot for 10 minutes, soaking up the local life. Hop on the world's first favela cable car to the Fifth Station, taking in panoramic views across the different levels.
Trail and Spectacular Viewpoint A 15-minute trail through the colorful alleys, discovering the daily life of the residents. You'll arrive at the viewpoint with a breathtaking view of Botafogo Cove, Sugarloaf Mountain, the Lagoon, Guanabara Bay, and Christ the Redeemer.
Michael Jackson's Laje The most famous spot where the King of Pop recorded “They Don't Care About Us.” Take photos at the statue, a symbol of peace and art, and learn about its historical and cultural impact.
Casa do Guia - Intimate Experience Come into my home for a personal experience. Traditional craft workshop, creating souvenirs with recycled materials and ancestral techniques.
Caipirinha Tasting Authentic Rio-style caipirinha with fresh ingredients at the moment “Drink caipirinha and chat with Louro” - a unique cultural interaction experience.
Samba Workshop on Your Feet Learn basic steps with local samba dancers, feeling the rhythm of Rio in a participatory samba circle.
Soccer with Kids Play with local kids - an authentic connection with the soul of the favela, creating unforgettable memories.
Experiences Included
Walk through colorful alleys
Photoshoot at iconic spots
Percussion workshop
Local souvenir shops
Lunch on the rooftop (optional)
Genuine interaction with locals
The Return and the Sweet Farewell
Descend, exploring a maze of alleys, stories, and curiosities. Visit authentic craft shops, supporting the local economy. Wrap up at the guide's house with Santa Marta hospitality.
Social Purpose
Each tour supports children's cultural projects, ensuring a lasting positive impact.
Duration: 2 hours | Group: Max 30 people | Languages: PT/EN/ES/FR
An experience that celebrates resilience, culture, and human beauty!
Location
Activity location
LOB_ACTIVITIES LOB_ACTIVITIES - Rio de Janeiro
- Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Meeting/Redemption Point
PEOPLE PEOPLE - praca Corumba - Rua: Sao Clemente, 320 - Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22260-004, Brasil | small square at the entrance to the favela on Rua São Clemente 320
- Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil