Embark on a genuine exploration of a favela in Rio de Janeiro. Gain insights into the local culture from a tour guide who resides within the community, and journey to awe-inspiring locations for stunning vistas.
Embark on a genuine exploration of a favela in Rio de Janeiro. Gain insights into the local culture from a tour guide who resides within the community, and journey to awe-inspiring locations for stunning vistas.
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Dona Marta - This tour offers an ascent to the top of the favela alongside local residents, allowing tourists to experience the vibrant atmosphere of the favela. The tour includes a walk through the narrow streets and alleys where the rich history of the favela is shared.
At the entrance of the favela, visitors can see the location where scenes…
- Dona Marta - This tour offers an ascent to the top of the favela alongside local residents, allowing tourists to experience the vibrant atmosphere of the favela. The tour includes a walk through the narrow streets and alleys where the rich history of the favela is shared.
At the entrance of the favela, visitors can see the location where scenes from the movie Fast and Furious 5 were filmed. Additionally, parts of Elite Squad 2 were shot in this community. The site has also attracted numerous celebrities, including pop icons Michael Jackson and Madonna, as well as stars like Alicia Keys, Vin Diesel, Hugh Jackman, Jason Statham, and many others.
The panoramic view from the top of the favela is breathtaking! Visitors can enjoy sights of Sugarloaf, Urca, Corcovado, Ipanema, Copacabana, and more, all at once.

- Transportation in a tourism office-licensed car
- Professional bilingual tour guide
- Transportation in a tourism office-licensed car
- Professional bilingual tour guide
- Food and Drinks
- Motorcycle taxis are not included
- Private transportation
- Food and Drinks
- Motorcycle taxis are not included
- Private transportation
- The tour is not private, but shared, and the guide will speak in English, Spanish and Portuguese
- We are not responsible for items lost on our buses or vans.
- We do the tour, rain or shine. The day of the tour is chosen by the customer, therefore no refund will be generated in case of bad weather. We will do the tour rain or shine.
- Pick-ups in Barra da Tijuca and Recreio are not included.
- The tour is not private, but shared, and the guide will speak in English, Spanish and Portuguese
- We are not responsible for items lost on our buses or vans.
- We do the tour, rain or shine. The day of the tour is chosen by the customer, therefore no refund will be generated in case of bad weather. We will do the tour rain or shine.
- Pick-ups in Barra da Tijuca and Recreio are not included.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.