Top Rio de Janeiro Hang Gliding

I am from the US and I know many people are told scary stories about favelas. I took my 19 yr old son on this tour and to say it was eye opening would be an understatement. Our tour guide was local and lived in the favela along with her partner (our security) who was also from there. She was sweet, full of knowledge and really did a fantastic job of making us fell safe and educated. This is what to expect: drive to the top in a very comfortable van, see people practicing Capoeira (bring a few dollars to donate to the kids performing), visit a house (there is a small fee of just a few dollars that you must pay) this gives you roof top views of the favela and the city below, walk through the favela to the bottom. There are things you will see there that you will not forget. There are times where our guide stopped us and told us no phones, sunglasses or smart watches could be worn or out in view because the people in the streets do not want to be viewed or recorded doing their illegal activities. We were safe, but you still must act appropriately and follow instructions. This is the largest favela of 150,000 people controlled by the local mob. They have strict rules that make it safe for tourists. I can't say enough good things about our guide! Great experience all around! There are many favelas that are not safe and should never be entered, but this is a good one.

This tour with Alessandro and Victor was awesome. The tour took us to Christ Redeemer which is breathtaking in person. Next, we drove by where the largest Carnival is held and onto Maracana Stadium for a quick photo. We then visited The Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio which is absolutely beautiful to see inside. Then we went to the Saleron steps (stairs) where we were able to shop for souvenirs and sightseeing. The lunch was delicious and you will not leave hungry from the spread. Lastly, we were off to the mountains of Unca and Sugarloaf for the amazing views of the city. Overall, very nice trip and would do again.

Great tour, lovely views and wonderful experience with a good amount of drinks and socialising All the hosts were very attentive and available at all times Had the opportunity to swim for a bit which was lovely, water looked freezing but was actually great Definitely recommend