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Vidigal Favela Walking Tour Rio: Motorcycle Taxi & GuideA 2.5-hour guided walking tour of Rio de Janeiro's Vidigal favela that starts with a motorcycle taxi ride to the neighborhood's heights, then descends on foot through the alleys with a resident guide. The tour includes a break at a local's home with ocean views, an exploration of the Ecological Park built by residents, and a drink. The guide speaks English, Portuguese or French and has lived in Vidigal since 2020.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to move past the standard favela visit and spend time with someone who actually lives in the neighborhood—the guide's presence since 2020 and their stake in the place is what makes the difference between a tour and a real conversation about how Vidigal works.
Rio de Janeiro: Private Day Tour Christ, Sugarloaf & Selarón StepsYou’ll ride up Corcovado on an old train to stand beneath Christ the Redeemer, wander Santa Teresa’s winding streets with your local guide, climb the wild Selarón Steps in Lapa, and take in city views from Sugarloaf Mountain’s summit—all in one private day trip from your hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Expect laughter, colors everywhere, and moments that stick long after you’re back home.
Trindade Beaches & Natural Pool from Paraty: Guided Day TripYou get driven from Paraty to the Trindade village, walk through Atlantic Forest to a natural saltwater pool, snorkel with included gear, and swim at multiple beaches—all with a guide who explains the local caiçara culture and ecology. Lunch is optional at a beachfront restaurant, and the boat return from the pool costs extra if you choose it. The tour includes transport, guide, mask and snorkel, and takes about 7 hours total.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see multiple Trindade beaches and the natural pool without renting a car or figuring out the trail yourself—the guide handles timing, transport, and the 40-minute forest walk, which is what makes a full day of swimming and snorkeling possible in one trip.
Rio de Janeiro Afro-Brazilian Heritage Tour: Valongo WharfThis 3.5-hour Afro-Brazilian heritage tour in Rio de Janeiro visits Valongo Wharf (a UNESCO World Heritage site and the largest slave port in the Americas) and Pedra do Sal (the birthplace of Samba), guided by a specialist in decolonial narratives of Black history. The tour includes entry to the New Black Institute, operates in small groups, and is led by guides fluent in English, Spanish or Portuguese. Children are welcome from age 8.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to understand Rio's Black history through sites most visitors never reach and narratives most guides don't tell. The small-group format and specialist guide make the difference between walking past these places and standing in them with someone who knows why they matter.
Petrópolis: Imperial Museum, Bohemia Brewery Tour & LunchYou’ll stroll through royal halls at the Imperial Museum in Petrópolis, sample fresh local beers at Bohemia Brewery with a tasting included, and relax over a buffet lunch—all with an expert guide and roundtrip transfer from Rio. Expect small surprises: warm bread at Casa do Alemão, sunlight in the Crystal Palace, laughter over beer flights. It’s a day full of stories you can actually feel.
Rio de Janeiro: 30-Minute Helicopter Tour Christ the RedeemerYou board a helicopter, spend 30 minutes airborne over Rio de Janeiro, and see Christ the Redeemer, Copacabana, Ipanema, Pedra da Gávea and the Botanical Garden from above. Water and coffee come with the flight, and you're back on the ground in under an hour total. Book at least 24 hours ahead so the flight time can be confirmed.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Rio's geography and landmarks from an angle ground tours can't match, and you have a clear morning or afternoon to spare — the 30-minute flight plus check-in fits into most schedules without eating your whole day.
Flamengo match at Maracanã with local fan in Homefans sectionYou’ll join local Flamengo fans for a real Rio football night at Maracanã — singing on the metro, sharing a pre-match drink, then standing shoulder-to-shoulder as thousands cheer and chant around you. It’s loud, messy, and unforgettable in all the right ways.
Tijuca National Park jeep tour: Rainforest wildlife and waterfallA half-day jeep tour from Rio de Janeiro into Tijuca National Park, one of the world's largest urban forests, combines jeep transport with guided nature walks along rainforest trails. You'll move through Atlantic Forest habitat where monkeys, sloths, coatis and birds live without enclosure, and stop at Cachoeira dos Macacos, a 35-meter waterfall with a natural pool. The itinerary shifts with weather and seasonal closures (Vista Chinesa access runs Monday to Friday only). Round-trip jeep transport, professional guidance in English, Spanish or Portuguese, and passenger insurance are included.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to move through a working rainforest on foot rather than watch wildlife from a distance—the animals here are wild and free, so what you encounter depends on timing and luck, not on a schedule or a feeding area. The four-hour half-day format fits a morning or afternoon slot without consuming your whole day, and the jeep handles the transport logistics so you focus on the forest itself.
Rio: Copacabana Food Tour with 7 Tastings & Beach StopsYou walk Copacabana with a local guide, stopping at seven food spots for tastings that range from street classics to traditional dishes — coconut water, pernil sandwich, shrimp stew, sugarcane juice, and others. You'll see the Copacabana Palace, the birthplace of bossa nova, and end at the quieter Leme Beach. The guide handles the route and the stories; you just show up hungry and comfortable shoes.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat the way locals do in Copacabana without spending the morning figuring out which vendors are worth your time — the guide knows the spots and the stories, which is what turns a food walk into something you actually remember.
São Paulo Downtown: History Walking Tour & CathedralYou walk 3 kilometers through downtown São Paulo with a professional guide who's lived here over a decade, visiting the Sé Cathedral, Pátio do Colégio, Teatro Municipal, and ending in the Japanese neighborhood of Liberdade. The tour stays under ten people, covers the city's evolution from a 1554 Jesuit mission to South America's financial capital, and includes stories and context you won't find in standard guidebooks. Small group size and wheelchair accessibility mean the pace stays manageable and inclusive.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to understand São Paulo's real history—how it grew from a Jesuit mission into a financial powerhouse shaped by waves of immigration—and you'd rather have someone who actually lives here tell that story than walk alone with a generic guidebook. The small group size and Giuliano's decade-long knowledge of the center are what make the difference between seeing buildings and understanding why they matter.
Arraial do Cabo: Snorkel Dive with Turtles & GoPro VideosYou’ll start your day in Arraial do Cabo with a friendly local guide and a quick intro to sea life before walking an easy trail to the beach. Snorkeling with turtles is as gentle or thrilling as you want it to be — all gear included, plus GoPro videos so you can relive those quiet underwater moments long after you’ve rinsed off the salt.
Rio de Janeiro: Private Half-Day Tour with Last-Minute PickupYou’ll ride through Rio de Janeiro with a local guide, seeing Christ the Redeemer up close before wandering Santa Teresa’s backstreets and snapping photos on the Selarón Steps. Expect spontaneous stops, quick laughs, and real slices of city life—all with flexible timing and easy hotel pickup.
Rio de Janeiro: Private City Tour, Custom Itinerary & PickupYou’ll feel like you’re seeing Rio de Janeiro through local eyes—choosing your own sights from Christ the Redeemer to hidden corners in Santa Teresa. Expect real conversations with your guide, time for spontaneous stops (and snacks), plus hotel pickup and comfy transport throughout your private day trip.
Rio de Janeiro: Family Cooking Class with 9 Brazilian DishesYou’ll step into a real Rio kitchen where your family gets hands-on with nine classic Brazilian recipes—chopping, mixing, tasting alongside a welcoming local host. Kids can make mocktails while adults try unlimited caipirinhas, and everyone shares stories around the table. It’s relaxed, funny, sometimes messy—and you’ll leave with new skills plus recipes to bring Brazil home.
São Paulo Private Tour With Fruit Tasting: 5 HoursA private 5-hour tour of São Paulo with a live guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese, including hotel or airport pickup and air-conditioned transportation. The itinerary covers Ibirapuera Park, Paulista Avenue, the São Paulo Museum of Art, the Municipal Theater, Sé Cathedral, the historic center and a fruit tasting at the Municipal Market. The route and timing adjust to your preference.Is it for me?Pick airport pickup to start exploring immediately upon arrival, or hotel pickup if you're already settled—either way, you get a private vehicle and five hours to shape your own itinerary instead of following a group's fixed route.
Petrópolis Imperial City Tour & Museum with LunchYou’ll wander Petrópolis’ imperial streets with a local guide, explore royal treasures inside the Imperial Museum (tickets included), and pause for a hearty Brazilian buffet lunch near the palace grounds. Expect cool mountain air, quiet corners for photos at Crystal Palace, and small surprises along the way — it’s not just history; it’s stepping into another rhythm for a day.
Rio Surf Lesson: Barra da Tijuca Beach & Local CoastlineYou meet at Barra da Tijuca, get fitted with a board and wetsuit, and spend ninety minutes in the water learning to catch waves at a beach chosen for your skill level that day. The instructor drives you along the coast to find the best conditions, then takes you to a lesser-known viewpoint afterward. All equipment is included, and groups stay small so the teaching stays personal. The whole outing is four hours, and you leave knowing you've surfed where locals do, not where the crowds are.Is it for me?Right for anyone who wants to learn to surf in Rio without ending up at a packed tourist beach — the instructor's choice of where to go means you're in water that matches your ability, and you see the coastline the way locals do.
Paraty: Kayaking Mangroves & Capybaras with River ViewsYou get instruction, a professional guide, and all safety gear included. Paddle through mangrove forest spotting capybaras and tropical birds, then navigate back through Paraty's colonial waterfront. The 90-minute paddle covers one stop and suits most fitness levels. Book one of two daily departures in advance.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Paraty from the water without arranging your own kayak, guide or wildlife knowledge — the fixed departures and included instruction mean you show up and paddle, and the mangrove stop is where the capybaras and birds actually are.
Rio de Janeiro: Morro Dois Irmãos Sunrise Hike & VidigalYou ride a motorbike to the top of Vidigal favela, hike for an hour along a local trail to Morro Dois Irmãos, and watch the sunrise over Rio de Janeiro from the summit. On the descent, your guide walks you through the community, sharing its history and the social projects your booking supports. The whole experience takes a few hours and includes the motorbike lift and trail access.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to see Rio from a vantage point most tourists miss and are willing to start before dawn and hike uphill to get there — the early hour and the motorbike ride are what make the sunrise possible and the community walk real.
São Paulo Cooking Class: 9 Recipes & Unlimited CaipirinhasYou’ll join locals in a São Paulo home kitchen, learn nine classic Brazilian dishes—from picanha steak to tapioca crepes—and sip unlimited caipirinhas as you cook together. Expect laughter over floury hands, stories behind each recipe, and a meal shared around the table that feels more like family than class.Is it for me?Book the shared class if you want to meet other travelers while learning; pick the private option to customize the menu and pace for your group, or add the supermarket tour to shop for ingredients before you cook.
