Two tours a day: 9:00AM / 2:00PM
It is a hard task describing a three hour tour in just a few lines, so just a short aproximation...
» Hotel pick-up in air conditioned mini van. Introduction comments about the favelas and its context in regard to brazilian society and greater Rio.
» Arriving in Rocinha, explanation about the architecture, public services ( or the lack of them), local cultural aspects, carnival etc..., visiting the Rocinha handcraft center.
» Going to a local terrace, pause for pictures of a breathtaking view over Rocinha and the city of Rio bellow, talks about the security, the diversity of Rocinha regarding greater Rio, the local infrastructure and other aspects of life of local residents.
» Driving down through the "Estrada da Gávea", a former F1 race track.
» Walking on the vibrant commercial area.
» Visiting the "CRIATIVA" or "SACI SABE TUDO" community schools. These social projects are financed by FAVELA TOUR. Besides regular classes, the school teaches local kids initial computer skills, English classes, music, capoeira, ballet classes etc... These projects have no financial support from Brazilian government and relies on FAVELA TOUR to be properly financed.
» Arriving in Vila Canoas, walk on the community through its narrow residential alleyways, optional stop for a drink in a local "buteco". Stop at the local community square. Informations about government or local initiatives, successful or not, put into practice aiming to improve the quality of life and local infrastructure for the inhabitants.
» Return to the hotel, final comments.
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