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Santa Marta Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro

Name: Santa Marta Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro
Brand: Waug
SKU: 157091
Price: 28.04 USD
Availability: InStock

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1 person
Meeting at the designated location
Mobile voucher
Use only on the selected date
Cancellation available
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
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4.9 (51)

GYG

1 month ago

Gaby y Thiago hicieron de esa experiencia muy especial, gracias 🙂

1 month ago

Educational and the people were welcoming and friendly . Our guide was lovely and took her time to explain there reality

1 month ago

La pasamos muy bien, lo único que si mejoraría sería el transporte porque se malogró la furgoneta y tuvimos que cambiar el punto de recojo. Gabriela fue una excelente guía y nos ayudó en todo lo que necesitamos, lo recomiendo muchísimo.

1 month ago

Incredible experience, Caroline was very knowledgeable and friendly.

1 month ago

Great tour!

Highlights

Walk through the Santa Marta Favela with a local guide and discover a different side of Rio. Enjoy panoramic views of Christ the Redeemer, Botafogo, and Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas from the hilltop. Explore narrow alleys and local workshops, and interact with residents. This meaningful local tour offers a closer look at Santa Marta's culture and life, allowing you to meet the guide's family and learn about community projects.

Program

Experience Santa Marta Authentically with a Local Guide

Meet your local guide at the meeting point in Botafogo and head to the Santa Marta Favela. Stroll through the streets and alleys where residents live, and listen to stories about Santa Marta's history and daily life. You'll also learn about the various celebrities who have visited Santa Marta, including iconic spots like where Michael Jackson filmed a music video.

Experience Views and Local Culture

From the heights of Santa Marta, enjoy breathtaking views of Rio, including Christ the Redeemer, Botafogo beach, and Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas. As you explore the alleys, visit local artisan workshops. Depending on the schedule, you might also experience Santa Marta's vibrant daily culture through local football matches and drum performances.

Connect with Local Residents

Visit the guide's home, meet their family, and chat with local residents to gain a deeper understanding of life in Santa Marta. You'll also hear about community projects for children and adults in the area.

This tour focuses on respecting local residents and understanding the community's culture and realities, going beyond just taking photos.

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Information

What's Included

Favela Walking Tour
Welcome Drink (Complimentary)
Local Activist Guide and Leader
Visit to the Guide's Home
Visit to Handicraft Shops
Visit to Residents' Association and Social Projects
Percussion Show with the Youth of the Favela
Visit to the Michael Jackson Statue
Watch a Football Match in the Favela (Optional)
Free Hotel Pickup by Black Executive Van
Personal Accident Insurance Included

What's Not Included

Food (available for purchase at the pub)
Tourist Tax of R$5.00 in cash or R$8.00 by credit card

How To Use

Check your mobile voucher via email or the WAUG app.
Present your mobile voucher to staff at the meeting point.
Valid only on the specified date.

① Direct Meeting in Botafogo
Shell Gas Station - In front of the Shell Select store
Rua São Clemente, 307 - Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22260-001, Brazil
Your guide will be waiting in front of the Select store inside the Shell gas station, wearing an official tour shirt and ID. Look for the Shell gas station and Select store at the provided address.

② Pickup at Rio Othon Palace
In front of Rio Othon Palace Hotel
Av. Atlântica, 3264 - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22070-001, Brazil
Pickup Time: 9:30 AM

Please check the meeting point and time specified on your voucher before use.Please check the meeting point and time specified on your voucher before use.

※ All usage conditions are subject to the information stated on the voucher. Refunds or compensation will not be provided if you are unable to use the service due to failure to check the information.※ All usage conditions are subject to the information stated on the voucher. Refunds or compensation will not be provided if you are unable to use the service due to failure to check the information.