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A group of people on a balcony overlooking a densely populated hillside cityscape. 1
A city street with buildings, power lines, and a mountain in the background. 2
A steep, grassy slope with a staircase on the left and a concrete wall on the right. 3
A group of people on a coastal overlook with a cityscape and mountains in the background. 4
A mural with 'I ♥ Rio Vidigal' and a winged heart design. 5
By Vidapiena
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 282 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • An authentic experience guided by Francesco, an Italian guide who lives in Rio and shares the everyday life of the favela. Ride a mototaxi to the top, walk through local alleys to witness real daily life, and enjoy two of the most breathtaking panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro away from the crowds.

Activity location

  • Vidigal
    • Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Praça do Vidigal
    • 22450-241, Vidigal, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Favela Tour Vidigal a Rio de Janeiro

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English
Price details
RM 282.42 x 1 AdultRM 282.42
Total
Price is RM 282.42
Until Mon, 31 Aug

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Community visitation fee for the favela
  • Inclusions
    Mototaxi transfer with the local mototaxi drivers

Know before you book

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Vidigal

  • 2h
We get straight into the action, hopping on the back of the local mototaxi drivers' bikes that carry us up to the top of the favela. We explore the upper part of Vidigal, which has been revitalized with a football pitch and a small park. From there we walk down on foot through the alleyways where, between glimpses of the mountain, the rainforest and the beaches, the houses unfold one after another and you will see first-hand how daily life unfolds in the community. Some areas can be photographed; in others, photos and sunglasses are not allowed, but they will stay etched in your memory.

Sugarloaf Mountain (Pass by)

Sitting at a favela bar, we take in what has been voted one of the most beautiful views in the city, spanning the beaches of Leblon and Ipanema and Sugarloaf Mountain (Pao de Acucar).

Christ the Redeemer (Pass by)

On the final stop we reach a bar with a panoramic terrace, from where you can also admire Christ the Redeemer in the distance. Anyone who wishes can have a drone video filmed (optional extra service).

Location

Activity location

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    Vidigal
    • Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Praça do Vidigal
    • 22450-241, Vidigal, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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