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Rocinha Favela and Tijuca Rainforest Tour by Jeep
Explore Tijuca Rainforest and Rocinha Favela by jeep. Capture stunning photos, learn local biodiversity, and immerse in vibrant community culture.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Floresta da Tijuca - Just a few steps from the streets of Rio lies the thriving oasis of Tijuca, the world’s largest urban rainforest. Contained within the city limits, this lush jungle is home to hundreds of species of plants and wildlife. You will enter the Tijuca Rainforest in an open jeep, truly emphasizing the contrast between the stone jungle of Rio and the lush green backdrop of Tijuca.
- Cascatinha Taunay - Admire Cascatinha Taunay, an iconic waterfall perfect for photos
- Tijuca National Park Visitor Center - Explore the Visitor Center to learn about local biodiversity.
- Estrada da Gávea - Travel along the impressive Gávea road as you approach Rocinha and begin to feel the unique energy of the community.
- Novo Visual Restaurante - Rocinha - Enjoy a spectacular new look at the city and relax with a 15-minute break at the Club Bar, where you can take in the views and prepare for the exploration to come.
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Favela da Rocinha - Embark on a short walk around Rocinha for a closer look at everyday life and local dynamics. Feel the adrenaline during an exciting panoramic jeep tour on the way down from Rocinha, taking the opportunity to observe the community from a new perspective.
You will also participate in an engaging talk that offers in-depth insight into the history, culture and challenges of Rocinha.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from select hotels
- Live commentary on board
- Driver/professional guide
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Discover the exuberance of the largest urban forest in the world aboard a jeep on a guided tour. Admire Cascatinha Taunay, an iconic waterfall perfect for photos, and explore the Visitor Center to learn about local biodiversity.
After visiting the Tijuca Forest, head to the largest favela in Latin America. Experience the energy of the community with a drive up Estrada da Gávea, take a break with views at the Club Bar, attend a talk on the history and culture of Rocinha, and enjoy a walk and scenic tour of the area.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multilingual guide
- The specific pickup time for this tour will be determined upon reconfirmation
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Aug 4, 2017
This was a fantastic tour and our guide... - <p>This was a fantastic tour and our guide was so informative and friendly. We could not organise a visit to a favela with our South America tour not safe? We were in a very small group and this allowed us to ask questions and move around easily. At no time did we feel unsafe! People we met/passed in Rocinha were friendly and polite. Tijuca Forest was also beautiful, but a very short time spent there.</p>
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Diane
Jan 14, 2017
Linda the tour guide was excellent. She... - <p>Linda the tour guide was excellent. She was welcoming and had very good knowledge about Brazil's history as well as socioeconomic issues such as the Favelas. The Rocinha favelas were very safe and interesting to discover. Linda gave us a great overview of the social activity. As well, she was greeted by many locals which made the experience friendly. The jeep tour through the Tijuca rainforest was also interesting and a nice contrast to the hustle and bustle of the city. Linda took time to point out various animals and points of interest China view and let us stop to take pictures. Highly recommended!</p>
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Letitia
Nov 21, 2016
This was an amazing tour. The open... - <p>This was an amazing tour. The open jeep provided a fun experience. Visiting the Favela was really eye-opening and helpful in expanding the Rio experience. The Rainforest was wonderful and the view from the Chinese View is something not to be missed.</p>
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Rob
Aug 3, 2016
Was initially worried as 24 hours... - <p>Was initially worried as 24 hours before tour started I was only person booked this tour. However, it went ahead with only two of us booked on in the end! <br/>
So two of us had the whole open top jeep and a tour guide for the 4-5 hours!<br/>
Brilliant value. Had a great time. Prompt pick up from hotel, excellent English speaking tour guide.<br/>
Favela was very interesting and totally safe.</p>
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Karina
Feb 20, 2017
I enjoyed this trip. The highlights... - <p>I enjoyed this trip. The highlights was definitely experiencing the Favela. We were taken by jeep to the favela and then we were dropped off and continue by foot, that was great. I was supposed to do the morning tour but for some reason it was cancelled after waiting for a good hour. The afternoon team was great. Honestly, I was expecting more from the Tijuca rainforest trip, it was quite lame and we could have done without it. We did see a fall but there was nothing interesting to get to it, no adventure or excitement of any kind. Overall, just to see and experience the Favela it was worth it.</p>
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Alan
Oct 4, 2016
Excellent tour! Favela walk was... - <p>Excellent tour! Favela walk was completely safe and fun, as well as rain forest tour. Chinese view is one of the best views in Rio.</p>
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Petrus
Sep 19, 2016
Great experience to visit the favela's... - <p>Great experience to visit the favela's and Tijuca park, great scenes and views! Me and my girlfriend were the only 2 people on this tour, togheter with our friendly, english speaking guide. So we had cheap private tour. Excellent service! Highly reccomanded!</p>
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Jeffrey
Jan 9, 2017
It was a good tour in the fact that we... - <p>It was a good tour in the fact that we visited the two main attractions included with the itinerary. Photo opportunities were very good. Liked the pick up and return to the hotel. Guide very friendly and courteous. Hot and humid weather hindered the Favela portion of the tour. Would recommend this tour.</p>
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Cathy
Jan 4, 2017
The favela were very interesting. Glad... - <p>The favela were very interesting. Glad we did it. Would skip the Tijuana rainforest. Not much there. One waterfall and a short walk.</p>
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