Little Africa Guided Tour with Transfer

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

4 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Offered in: English

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Overview

Brazil’s deep ties with the cultures of the African continent are visible everywhere you visit in the country, but in Little Africa, you can learn more about the darker history of Rio’s first non-indigenous residents. Brought here by slave traders, African men, women and children first set foot in Brazil right here. See where slave markets were held, and visit houses, stores and graveyards. An important insight into Brazilian history.

This is a small group tour so the guide’s commentary can be easily followed by all
See the Cais do Valongo harbor and learn about Little Africa’s beginnings
Follow your knowledgeable guide on a walking tour of areas of interest and importance
This tour can be an emotional experience—your guide will continue with care and empathy

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pickup is available from most hotels in the areas of Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, Flamengo and Centro. Contact us to adjust the pickup time. Additional price for pickup in Barra or Recreio.

Meeting point

Hotel Rio Othon Palace
Av. Atlântica, 3264 - 5º andar - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22070-001, Brazil
If you do not provide us the pickup location at the time of booking and you do not inform us about it later, we will assume you will meet us at the Meeting Point.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Cais do Valongo

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Casa da Tia Ciata

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Pedra do Sal

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Instituto de Pesquisa e Memoria Pretos Novos - IPN

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
We offer this tour twice a day: In the morning or in the afternooon.
The tour itinerary may change its order, but the highlights remain.
Non refundable in case of bad weather.
ID or copy is mandatory - including children.

Children under the age of 4 are free of charge and they must sit on their parent’s lap in the vehicle.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Maximum vehicle capacity: 19 people.
Contact us 24hrs prior to departure to inform the hotel location and to confirm pickup time.
Minimum of people to confirm the tour. Otherwise, the tour may be rescheduled.
Comfortable shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen and hats are recommended for this tour.
Pickup in Barra da Tijuca/ Recreio dos Bandeirantes for an additional price.
Reduced mobility or Wheelchair must be informed in advance and it is subject to availability.
Contact us to confirm the pickup time according to hotel location.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Traveler Photos

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Reviews

4.4

based on 7 reviews

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Great guide exploring history of enslavement

Robert_T, Jul 2024

Monica is an experienced and knowledgeable guide. She made this tour focusing on the tragic history of enslavement in Brazil. This included the UNESCO heritage site of the pier where thousands of human beings were unloade6. it had been covered over and forgotten until 2011. The small African heritage museum and Afro- Brazilian cultural center were also interesting. The historic neighborhood of Little Africs was another stop. We could see this old low income area faces gentrification. Monica was very responsive to two older travelers and adjusted the pace. She even added brief stops at additional sites. A great opportunity to get off the beaten path and learn about multi cultural, multi-racial Brazil. Definitely worth the cost.

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Hello! Thank you for your appreciative feedback! We're very happy to hear that Monica's experience and knowledge made the tour truly memorable. It's also great to know that our guide was agile and flexible, ensuring a comfortable pace for all travelers and adding brief stops at other locations. We're glad you found the experience enriching and worth the cost. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future! Best regards!

Do not do tour with Antonio if you need an English speaking guide.

Rashidathe_E, May 2023

We toured with Antonio yesterday and was very disappointed. Our tour was confirmed with pickup from hotel but was later told that hotel pickup was unavailable and my group of 3 had to meet guide at another hotel. When we met Antonio we were disappointed to learn that his English was not great so it was hard understanding him. We departed the pickup spot in a small vehicle so we were cramped. We walked around took photos but had to take a taxi twice that we had to pay additional for. After the tour Antonio told us to meet him at a spot on coco cabana beach to see a Samba dancer. When we arrived there was no samba dancers and we got stuck paying for his meal and drinks. I wouldn’t recommend Antonio as a guide for English speaking travelers. Larger vehicle for transport is needed if you have 3 people in group (4 including guide). 3 adults sitting in back seats will be cramped.

Response from Host, May 2023

Hello, At no time was it confirmed that we would pick you up at your hotel, since all the sites on the platform state that they do not search for the Barra da Tijuca side. We indicate a meeting point as usual for all reservations that are outside the search area. The tour that you bought is called Walking tour of Little Africa, so it is assumed a walk, the guide told us that the lady got tired of walking and did not have much disposition, so she herself suggested taking taxis for displacement and of course this was not included in the price. Guide Antonio was kind enough to invite you to a concert by Caetano Veloso, a great and internationally known Brazilian musician, which would take place on Copacabana beach. This, once again, was an extra kindness, since he had no obligation to invite you for a program that was extra to the tour. When you arrived, your card was refused and Antonio was willing to pay for it out of his own pocket, and you could later reimburse him. We do not understand when you say that you paid for his food and drinks. The lady that got tired in the morning tour, got tired again in the show and chose to leave. About Mr. Antonio's English, we had not received any complaints about this, and according to him, it was a little surprising, since you did not comment on anything and seemed to understand everything. But when it comes to this, we will reinforce with him to intensify his studies so that he can be comprehensible to English speakers from all places, big cities and countryside. About the car, we will take your comment into account to make a bigger car available and more space for those who need it. Have a nice day

Just perfect!!!

Ducarmelle_B, Apr 2023

Great tour!! My tour guy was professional and knowledgeable!! He went out of his way to take me to the best restaurant spot in Little Africa. I am glad I did this tour❤️ Highly recommended!!