Rocinha Favela Tour: Private Cultural and Walking Experience in Rio de Janeiro

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Rocinha Favela with a private tour led by local brothers. Explore the alleys, rooftops, and cultural projects while learning about the community’s history and enjoying delicious local cuisine.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Rocinha - Our tour is offered at this Favela, the largest and most iconic one in Rio.
  • Copacabana Beach - This tour does not go through Copabacana, however we can pick up travelers staying in the area.
  • Leblon Beach - This tour does not go through Leblon, however we can pick up travelers staying in the area.
  • Ipanema Beach - This…
What's Included
  • Bilingual Guide
  • Transportation
  • Roof Top Views
  • Walking Cultural Tour
What's Not Included
  • Foods Drinks, and Souvenirs ( optional )
Additional Information

Favela Siblings is a tour enterprise managed by brothers Maka and Obi Basilio, both native residents of Favela da Rocinha. An idea to offer guided tours within our local community was conceived to deliver a unique and high-quality experience for voyagers seeking cultural insight and breadth of knowledge. Our tour programs provide deep insights into the…

Location
Cardeal Arcoverde / Copacabana
Rua Barata Ribeiro
Metro Station
Cancellation Policy

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

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Sarah_t
Mar 1, 2025
Exceptional Favela Tour - The Favela Brothers tour was an amazing experience and a highlight of our visit to Rio. Our guide, Roberto, was excellent; friendly and so informative and we were given a real insight into the Rocinha community. The tour was very well organised and we felt safe at all times. Highly recommend Roberto and the Favela Brothers company for an unforgettable Rio tour.
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Evangeloso2025
Feb 17, 2025
An unforgettable experience! - Unglaubliche Favela Tour. When traveling to Rio, a favela tour is a must. The tour guide Carlos has always made us feel safe. He gave us great insights into the favela. He gave us a lot of new things to learn. Thank you.
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123marcellee
Jan 28, 2025
Great tour with Carlos - Carlos was my guide that day, he picked me up with Uber at my hotel. Once we arrived, we took an Uber motorcykel to the top of the favella and enjoyed the fantastic view over Rio. We walked our way down to where we had started. Passing by an association for the favella kids, they did a little show for showing their skills in Capoeira. Expect to give them some money at the end of the show. They also show you their small handcraft and you are free yo buy something. We continued our way through the narrow streets/alleys where I was not allowed to take puctures. Be prepared to see armed guys and drug selling there. But I did not feel unsafe. Carlos took me to a rooftop where you get great views again, you have to pay 5 real to be there. They sell drinks and other stuff as well. On the way, Carlos tells you a lot on the life in the favella and how it is organised etc... All in all, it was very interesting tour.
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Shimajiro14
Jan 26, 2025
Precious experience to see a different side of Rio de Janeiro - We had a great time with our guide, Antonio. He took us to the top of the favela by a motorcycle, and we walked down to the area where the metro station was. The tour reminded us that the Rocinha is a community similar to towns we grew up in and could feel the energy of people striving to live day by day. It became a precious experience which we could not have had if we had confined ourselves only in the tourist area.
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Beth
Jan 2, 2025
If you book one walking tour during your stay - make sure it’s this one! - If you do one thing during your time in Brazil - book this tour!! Gabby was absolutely fantastic, she showed us the true Brazil. We had such a brilliant day!
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Stacey
Dec 11, 2024
Great trip with Carlos!... - Great trip with Carlos! And riding the motorbike up the hills of the favela was great! Highly recommended - learned so much about the culture!
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L9167kfdevinb
Dec 11, 2024
Well worth it! - Great tour that was well worth it. We explored the favela, saw inside of a favela home with great views, watched a copiera dance class/took pics with them, rode on the back of a motorbike, went to various viewpoints where we could take pics, visited an art exhibit and visited a schoolyard with kids playing futball (soccer). It rained during the latter half of our trip so bring an umbrella or try to reschedule if the weather forecast looks questionable. Also watch your step as it’s very easy to trip and fall (especially on rainy days). But visiting a favela in the rain is also a fascinating experience worth considering. Our group was the two of us, another young solo gentleman and the two tour guides which was fine. Antonio was our tour guide accompanied by his friend (I think his name was Eduardo but could be wrong). Antonio was right on time at our hotel lobby before we ubered together to Rocinha. They both spoke great English and was very attentive to any questions that we had. The trip lasted about 3 hours as planned. Overall, excellent experience that will change you. A must-see for anybody visiting Rio who wants more than just the polished tourist experience.
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Zuwei_s
Nov 5, 2024
Highly recommend - Carlos was a very talented guide who has been passionate about his work and community he grew up with. We feel the people around are warm and friendly, highly recommended this tour to see yourself.
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B456fpannaf
Oct 13, 2024
Amazing experience - It was an amazing experience with my husband who is French and I presented it as a birthday gift because we were traveling Pro Brazil. He simply loved the experience and this opportunity to meet another contrast of this wonderful city he loves so much. Thank you to the Guide Antônio who made this wonderful experience even more amazing. I recommend too much and my husband loved the experience.
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Marcin_o
Sep 24, 2024
A must do! A great way to kick off trip to Rio! - Excellent private tour! Roberto is a fantastic tour guide! He's incredibly knowledgeable, super friendly, helpful and considerate. You will learn about Rocinha - the largest favela in Latin America. Highly recommend. Thank you again!
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