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By Favela Santa Marta Tour

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$46 per adult
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Features

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

Overview

    • Award in 2019 as one of the best walking tours in Latin America.
    • Winner of the International Responsible Tourism Award in 2024.
    • Visit the guide's home, meet his family and get a free drink
    • See places with incredible views to take great photos
    • One of the favelas most visited by celebrities and famous people in Rio

Activity location

    • Rio de Janeiro
    • Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • R. São Clemente, 307 - Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22260-001, Brazil | Ponto de Encontro: O encontro será diretamente no Posto Shell na Rua São Clemente, 307 – Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro. Nosso guia estará aguardando em frente à loja Select, dentro do posto, usando a camisa oficial do tour e com identificação da agência. ⚠️ Importante: Se você chegar com mais de 10 minutos de atraso, o passeio partirá sem você e não haverá reembolso. Recomendamos chegar cedo para garantir um início tranquilo.
    • Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Rio de Janeiro: Favela Santa Marta Tour

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English

Experience Santa Marta authentically by walking through its alleyways and hearing real-life stories.
Meeting point: Rua São Clemente 307, Botafogo (Shell station, Select store inside the petrol station).
⏱️ 2.5 hours | Guide: English

Language options: English
Starting time: 2:00 PM
Price details
AU$46.32 x 2 AdultsAU$92.64
Total
Price is AU$92.64
Until Fri, 31 July

What's included, what's not

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    Favela walking tour
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    Welcome drink (free)
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    Personal accident insurance included
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    Local activist guide and leader
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    Visit to the guide's house
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    Visit to craft stores
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    Visit to the Residents' Association and social projects
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    Percussion show with young people from the favela
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    Visit to the Michael Jackson Statue
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    Football in the favela (optional)
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    Free hotel pickup with black executive van
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    Food (available to purchase at a pub)
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    Tourist tax of R$ 5.00 in cash or R$ 8.00 by credit card

Know before you book

  • Not suitable for: People with altitude sickness, People with heart problems, People with mobility impairments, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Enjoy the vibrant experience of Favela Santa Marta with safety and comfort!

From the top of Santa Marta, you’ll enjoy one of the best panoramas of Rio, including Christ the Redeemer, Botafogo Beach, Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, and the entire Botafogo area.

Explore streets and alleys visited by residents and famous guests — from Queen Elizabeth II to Michael Jackson. Walk through the favela, visit local craft shops, and enjoy football games and live drumming with the community.

You will also have the opportunity to visit the guide’s home, meet his family, and learn about projects supporting children and adults, ensuring your visit has a positive social impact.

Avoid cheap, superficial tours: here, every visit is authentic and meaningful. Invest in a quality experience that contributes to the community and transforms your perspective.

Award-winning and recognised: Awards 2019 as one of the best walking tours in Latin America, and Gentle and Responsible Tourism Awards 2024 for outstanding tourism achievement.

Location

Activity location

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    • Rio de Janeiro
    • Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • R. São Clemente, 307 - Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22260-001, Brazil | Ponto de Encontro: O encontro será diretamente no Posto Shell na Rua São Clemente, 307 – Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro. Nosso guia estará aguardando em frente à loja Select, dentro do posto, usando a camisa oficial do tour e com identificação da agência. ⚠️ Importante: Se você chegar com mais de 10 minutos de atraso, o passeio partirá sem você e não haverá reembolso. Recomendamos chegar cedo para garantir um início tranquilo.
    • Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil