Recently Viewed
Rio Favela Community Tour: A Positive Impact Journey with Locals in Vidigal
5.0
48 Ratings
Vidigal
Experience a positive impact journey through the vibrant Rio Favela community of Vidigal. Walk with a local guide, uncover hidden gems, and support the upliftment of the locals.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
learn more
Highlights
- Vidigal - Immerse yourself in the labyrinth of pathways that make up this urban maze. Engage with the residents, experience their way of life, and embrace the diversity that exists among us. We guarantee an intimate and authentic local adventure.
Where you will go - (There’s no set duration for each spot. You might spend 5 minutes at one location and 30 at another!
Pedra da Cruz (scenic viewpoint within the favela)
Rua 25 de Dezembro (high-altitude area within Vidigal)
Lookout Vidigal and Rua 3 (Vidigal’s summit)
Eco Park (nature reserve)
Rua 14 (artistic hub in lower Vidigal)
And more! A variety of hidden gems and unique encounters await.
What's Included
- Guide services
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Private transportation
Additional Information
Not all tours are created equal! We put the Favela and community first! We strive to uplift those around us. Touring with us impacts positively those who live in Vidigal.
Walk around the Favela with a local known for his love for Vidigal. You meet locals whose family lived here for half a century. Have the opportunity to see all the amazing secrets Vidigal has to offer with the best guides available.
Location
Avenida Niemeyer Próximo Ao 174-202
You will meet the guide at Vidigal Square. Guides will send a photo beforehand of the location and themselves to better identify them.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(48 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Niallb311
Feb 14, 2024
Eye opening experience - This tour is really eye opening, Henry has great knowledge of the area and he is friendly with all the locals. Felt safe at all times. You think you have it hard? Visit this place and you’ll soon change your mindset!! I recommend this tour it’s very well done
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Corneliao48
Nov 23, 2023
Great experience - Rodrigo was a very good guide, he even spoke a little German and fluent English. He was very knowledgeable and was always able to answer all questions...
All in all, one of the best tours we did in Brazil
Thanks Rodrigo
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Nathdogyo
Oct 17, 2023
Great - Was lucky enough to have my own personal guide Ridrigo. He was awesome. Grew up in the favela and knew everyone so was entirely safe. Very cool tour
Review provided by Tripadvisor
J8325rhjonasb
Sep 7, 2023
It was such a nice time, it flew by :) - Very impressive insights into the various sections of the favela with 2 informed and motivated guides who speak several languages. Very positive for the low price :)
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Tom_o
Jul 22, 2023
10/10! Choose to tour with these guys! A beautiful and complex community. - We’d give 6 stars if we could. Me & my brother had a life experience with Henry as our guide. A complex and beautiful concrete jungle. From spectacular wildlife to charming interactions with locals to the breath taking views, every twist & turn had told a new story. Henry had so many interesting things to talk about and made us feel very comfortable the whole time. I think it’ll be the best thing we’ve done here in Rio. Certainly an adventure we’ll never forget. Thank you to Henry and all of Vidigal.
Highly recommend this experience!
Review provided by Viator
Inna
Feb 7, 2023
Meeting great people of Vidigal - This tour broke the stereotype that favelas are dangerous places to visit. Russo showed us that Brazilians are friendly, open, and beautiful people. Unforgettable day!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Pioneer33395725494
Nov 18, 2022
Book with Henry! - Henry creates fabulous memories! We hiked up and down favela Vidigal and even got a moto ride. I am sure we saw things you would never see on another tour, as Henry lives in the favela. His wife, Tais, is a wonderful chef. You will not be disappointed in booking a meal with them. My husband also took the Two Brothers hike. He said it was amazing.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
845mv
Jul 21, 2022
One of kind Tour! - Henry is the man! Learned a lot about the local favela while also taking us on a hike. He knows how to take amazing pictures.Highly recommend doing a tour with him.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Kandara345
Jul 21, 2022
Even if you only have one day, give this tour a shot - This tour with Henry and Digao was extremely well done. They arranged transport on motorbike up to the top where we began the tour. Henry was very honest and informative about the realities of living in a favela. I feel like I got to know the city on a deeper level and what daily life is like. We had to leave early for another tour so Henry arranged transport to our next meeting point which was awesome for him to do. Not once did I feel like I was in an unsafe situation. I highly recommend this tour as it was very informative and laid back. I also like knowing that both Henry and Digao both give a lot back to the community they live in.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Lorenzoreviews95
Jul 18, 2022
One of the most impactful experiences in my life - Henry and Digão are incredible people. They are passionate about what they do and contribute a lot to the local community. They showed us the reality of life in the favela. It is hard for me to put in words what I felt, all I can say is that what they are doing is very important and everyone needs to experience it. Easily one of the most impactful experience in my life. Thank Henry and Digão.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
