Favela Cultural Tour - Dona Marta
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 24 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Favela Cultural Tour - Dona Marta worth booking?
Favela Cultural Tour - Dona Marta is a 3-hour experience in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from $192 per person. It scores 67 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 24 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 67 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (24)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $192 per person
Our tourist guide will pick you up at your hotel or a matched location and transport you in one of our vehicles to the Dona Marta community where you will be welcomed by our local guide. As you travel all the paths of th
What you get
- Plastic cover on rainy days
- Local Tourism Guide (Native).
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Water bottle for each customer
- Tour guide (BY/ING/ESP/FRA)
About this experience
Our tourist guide will pick you up at your hotel or a matched location and transport you in one of our vehicles to the Dona Marta community where you will be welcomed by our local guide. As you travel all the paths of this famous community you will have the opportunity to know all the historical, cultural, administrative and daily curiosities of its residents. In addition to many photos, you will have the opportunity to get to know where the footage of the video clip “they don’t care about us” by the King of Pop Michael Jackson was made. It will be a unique opportunity to talk to locals, kill curiosities and visit some of the social projects of this community. This mediated visit has an interpreter guide in the following languages: English, Spanish, French and Portuguese. For more comfort during the experience we suggest wearing comfortable clothes but closed shoes. Activity not recommended for people under 10 years old and people with mobility restrictions.
What's included
Included
- Plastic cover on rainy days
- Local Tourism Guide (Native).
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Water bottle for each customer
- Tour guide (BY/ING/ESP/FRA)
Not included
- Meals
- Souvenirs or souvenirs! The customer can purchase in the community stores.
What you'll see and do
Mirante Dona Marta
After searching them in your hotel (Zona Sul, Barra da Tijuca or Centro do Rio), check availability outside these regions, our tour guide driver will lead you to the entrance of this community. In addition to our Cadastur guide you will be accompanied by an official native community guide who will guide you and explain all the historical, cultural, administrative and daily curiosities of this famous region of our city. To make the most of this experience, we offer guides in English, Spanish, French, Italian and Portuguese. Tilted plane (transport by cable car) is included in this experience but on maintenance days, Mondays and Tuesdays may be turned off for safety reasons, which does not prevent the visitation that will follow the stairs. Tour not recommended for people under 10 years old and people with physical disabilities. We offer free plastic covers on rainy days. We suggest wearing comfortable clothes and closed shoes.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Favela Tour 6 people
Guide + Transport back and forth: With transfer from your hotel and return to the same to the end of the Favela Cultural Tour. Pickup included
Favela Tour 03 People
Guide + Transport back and forth: With transfer from your hotel and return to the same to the end of the Favela Cultural Tour. Pickup included
Favela Tour 04 People
Guide + Transport Go and Go: With transfer from your hotel and return to the same to the end of the Favela Cultural Tour. Pickup included
Favela Tour 02 people
Guide + Transport back and forth: With transfer from your hotel and return to the same to the end of the Favela Cultural Tour. Pickup included
Favela Tour 05 People
Guide + Transport Go and Go: With transfer from your hotel and return to the same to the end of the Favela Cultural Tour. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Rio Taxi And Transfer
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for children under 10 years of age.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 24 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
24 verified traveler reviews for Favela Cultural Tour - Dona Marta. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
One Week in Rio with RTT
RTT did an amazing job taking care of our group! Agostino did everything he could to make sure we had an incredible trip. He was flexible with the schedule in order to accommodate our needs. He made sure got the most out of this once in a lifetime experience for many of the students in our group. I would highly recommend using the company for you adventure to Rio.
Response from the operator: Good morning Mr Larry Theiss, it was our pleasure to welcome and accompany you here in Rio de Janeiro. Incredible days with experiences to remember. Thank you very much for choosing us. See you on the next trip! Cordially Fabiana Agostinho
via Tripadvisor
Wow! What an excellent experience in Rio
We booked a tour of Rio and arranged to be picked up at the Cruise terminal. We were greeted by Agostinho who was our driver and guide for the day. He spoke excellent English and was very knowledgeable with a great sense of humour. He took us to the Selaron Steps, Christ the Redeemer and Cable Car up Sugar Loaf Mountain before dropping us off with our luggage at our hotel in Copacabana. Agostinho had pre-purchased Skip the Line tickets for us which saved us queuing for the main attractions. We had a quality air conditioned Mercedes minibus and cold water was available on the vehicle throughout the day. Agostinho was so relaxing to be with and the day in Rio was the highlight of our holiday in South America. If you need looking after professionally don’t hesitate to use RTT.
Response from the operator: Good afternoon Dear Mr Richard. We are very happy to receive your feedback. Agostinho is grateful for the affection and opportunity to accompany your group and present a little of our culture. Hospitality has been our biggest focus. Thank you very much for your trust in our proposal. Kind regards Fabiana Agostinho RTT Agência de Viagens e Turismo Ltda
via Tripadvisor
One day in Rio
Vitor was a good guide. He is very much knowledgeable about all the places we went on this trip. Really enjoyed all of trip
Response from the operator: Good morning Mr Haric. You have sent a review to the wrong company. We do not have any Vitor on our Staff. Please send this evaluation to the company that served you, they will certainly be very happy with your feedback. Yours sincerely RTT Team
via Tripadvisor
BEST tour of Rio you'll ever have! Agostinho is the best!
This is a long overdue review of Rio Taxi & Transfer. We've gone on 2 city tours with Agostinho, once in 2019 and again in 2021. We also took advantage of the transportation to and from the airport and our hotel. RTT was extremely responsive via email and WhatsApp. The cost of our tours + tranfers were very fairly priced in comparison to other companies, but RTT's customer service was far superior! International payment was very easy and credit card payments made in person had no issue. They accept all major credit cards, even AMEX which was a plus! Every vehicle we rode in was new and well maintained - they even had snacks and beverages on board for us. The drivers stayed with the vehicles at all times and if someone wanted to skip a destination, they had the option to stay and rest on board in the air conditioning. The drivers also assisted with loading and unloading our 20+ pieces of luggage to and from the airport. Agostinho is fluent in English which was extremely important to us when bringing along friends and family from the US who had never visited Brazil. Agostinho was even able to conduct the tour in both Portuguese and English so that all could participate. We kept to our itinerary, but did have the flexibility to extend or reduce the amount of time spent at each stop. Agostinho is extremely knowledgeable, professional, but most of all kind. We thought we were just going on a tour, but ended up befriending an amazing guy! The tours were so relaxed, peaceful, and fun. I can't wait to book our next visit this year!
Response from the operator: Hi Analissa, thank you very much for the review, there is always time to leave feedback! We loved welcoming your group to Rio and are looking forward to your return to Brazil. A big hug for everyone ! Fabiana Agostinho RTT Agência de Viagens e Turismo Ltda
via Tripadvisor
Great experience with a great private guide/driver Agostinho
Agostinho is our new favorite private tour guide/driver. We are a family of 4( 2 teenagers) and he is a great fit for us. We feel safe and comfortable with him. He is a safe driver. His van is so clean and comfortable and he made sure he sanitized our hands each time we get in his van. He’s funny and very kind. We’ve been to a lot of private tours and what we like about him is he’s not annoying and only shares just right amount of information. He gives us private moments and always available for questions. He accommodated our request, he takes pictures for us, he brought us to local great restaurant, gives safe advice, he doesn’t rushed us, We appreciate your kindness and authentic human connection. Thank you Agostinho! Roa family
Response from the operator: Hi Mrs Zyd and family. We're more than proud to receive your feedback. Real pleasure when things fall into place and our customers give us this great opportunity and time to enjoy our City. How lucky we were founding Mr Frei Pereira available that day, isn't it ?! Things from the universe conspiring in our favor... There are no words to thank you. Gratitude! Best regards Agostinho
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $192 to $360
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 67
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Favela Cultural Tour - Dona Marta: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rio de Janeiro.
How much does Favela Cultural Tour - Dona Marta cost?
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Prices start at $192 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rio de Janeiro usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Favela Cultural Tour - Dona Marta take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Rio de Janeiro is not rushed.
Is Favela Cultural Tour - Dona Marta worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 67 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 24 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Rio de Janeiro, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Favela Cultural Tour - Dona Marta?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Favela Cultural Tour - Dona Marta suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Favela Cultural Tour - Dona Marta?
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Around 8 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Rio de Janeiro can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Rio de Janeiro and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Favela Cultural Tour - Dona Marta start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Rio de Janeiro within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Rio de Janeiro?
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On Outty we rank every Rio de Janeiro experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Pedra da Gávea hike, your best experience in Rio, Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included, Rio: Tijuca Rainforest Hike, Wildlife, Waterfalls & Caves. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Rio de Janeiro?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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