Rio Carnival Rehearsal: Experience Samba School, Culture, and Traditional Music
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5 Ratings
Rio de Janeiro
Experience the vibrant energy of Rio Carnival by joining a guided tour of a samba school rehearsal. Dance, sing, and immerse yourself in Brazilian culture!
Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Quadra Do Salgueiro - Seize the opportunity to immerse yourself in the fervor of Carnival, a celebration that binds all Brazilians together. Witness the samba parade rehearsals and be captivated by the nation’s most vibrant and colorful festivities.

The Samba School warehouse vibrates with the powerful beats of Samba music.

✔️Secure a designated table for your party.

✔️Be welcomed by dancers offering the iconic caipirinha cocktail.

✔️Interact with Carnival enthusiasts and peek into the preparations of the spectacle.

✔️Engage in an unparalleled experience and sway to the finest samba tunes, taking your first steps into the samba groove.

✔️Connect with exceptionally skilled performers and delve into a unique cultural encounter.

✔️Acquire the fundamental samba moves from expert dancers to fully enjoy the event.

What's Included
  • Transport by fully-equipped vehicles.
  • VAT, all taxes, handling charges and parking fees included.
  • Licensed bilingual tour guide.
  • Entrance fees covered.
  • Private driver for large groups (More than 3 people).
What's Not Included
  • Meals and drinks.
  • Tips. (optional).
Additional Information

What activities occupy you in Rio in the time before the grand Carnival parade? Samba schools begin their exhaustive preparations for the vibrant carnival parades in February as early as June.

Experience the spirit of Carnival firsthand by partaking in a thrilling guided tour of a sizzling rehearsal, sharing in the fervor that binds all Brazilians. Engage closely with staple Brazilian cultural activities as you dance, sing, and celebrate alongside enthusiasts at a samba school warehouse through the night.

Participate in workshops before the rehearsal to immerse yourself in the samba and carnival customs. Learn the basics of the samba dance from professional sailors and pick up some skills on primary carnival instruments from proficient musicians.

After the workshops, join the official rehearsal on the court to apply what you’ve learned along with the dancers, drummers, and flag bearers.

Additionally, discover the history of samba and the school’s community, and understand its main initiatives.

Location
Quadra Do Salgueiro
Rua Silva Teles 104, Andarai
Cancellation Policy

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

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Surrey13
Sep 24, 2023
Am amazing and v interesting experience - The creation of the floats, costumes , themes and music takes 11months to prepare. We saw a compilation of previous carnivals which brilliant. Tried on some of the costumes. And saw some of this ywars costumes. Fabulous
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Olindal2014
Sep 26, 2022
My favorite night in rio! - Definetly worth every penny to see the amazing dancers, the drum line and energy of the cariocas living the music !!! Even if you cant dance the energy is intoxicating !!! The guide picks you up on time and you are safe the entire time . Lilian the tour guide was muito bella .
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