Unique things to do in Rio de Janeiro
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Unique things to do in Rio de Janeiro

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Sunset Sailboat Tour in Rio de Janeiro
The tour starts at the middle of the afternoon at the pier in Urca near to Bar urca. We will sail by the Fortress of São João, Fortress Laje and Fortress Santa Cruz, and close to the Island of Boa Viagem in Niterói. There will be one stop point at Adão e Eva beach or Praia Vermelha, perfect for picture taking and if you are interested to swim! Then we will pass by the Museum of Contemporary Art and sail back with the amazing view of the sunset on the horizon. There are gorgeous views of Sugar Loaf and Christ the Redeemer throughout the ride, as they are central to the scenery of Rio's coast. The tour finishes after the sunset to make the most of this amazing view of the city. Other things to note You must bring your camera, sunscreen, swimsuit and flip flops.
Maracanã Football Match As A Local
We'll start our adventure at the iconic Maracanã, one of the world's most famous and historic football stadiums. This venue witnessed the legendary 'Maracanazo' in 1950 when Uruguay stunned Brazil to win the World Cup, saw Germany claim their 4th World Cup trophy in 2014, and is the site where Pelé scored his 1000th goal. Our journey begins with a meet-up before the match to connect with fellow football enthusiasts. We'll gather at a lively square, surrounded by bustling bars, where local fans congregate to share stories and build excitement for the game. This is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the local football culture and get to know your fellow fans. From there, we'll join the throngs of passionate supporters heading to the stadium. We'll find seats close to the most fervent fans, right where the flags wave and drums beat, ensuring you experience the electrifying atmosphere just like a local. Whether Flamengo or Fluminense is playing, especially during a thrilling local derby, you'll be right in the heart of the action!
Football game at legendary Maracanã Stadium
This is a guided experience that includes ticket and transportation to the biggest soccer stage on the planet Earth. Upcoming Games: Maio 15 - Flamengo x Bolivar (Copa Libertadores) Maio 16 - Fluminense x Cerro Porteño-PAR (Copa Maio 18 - Vasco da Gama x Flamengo (Brasil Serie A) Maio 22 - Fluminense x Sampaio Correa (Copa do Brasil) Maio 28 - Flamengo x Millonarios-COL (Copa Libertadores) Maracanã is the most famous football stadium in the world, its importance goes beyond just a sports square. This is where Brazilians from all regions of the country are moved by the unexplained passion for their clubs. Built in 1950, it has hosted two World Cup finals, the opening and closing ceremonies of the Rio 2016 Olympics, among countless other unforgettable events. I want to take you to my favorite place in the city, so that you can be eye witness to the matches of all the (national and international) competitions that Flamengo and Fluminense, riverside clubs that run the stadium nowadays, host in Rio de Janeiro.
Sailing at sunset in Rio de Janeiro
We will meet at 2:15pm at the fishermen's pier in the urca in front of the floating restaurant, to gather the group and introduce ourselves. After boarding, we will present the boat and basic safety instructions. I will be your host and hope you feel at home, everyone is welcome! Our experience begins in the urca. From there we will go to the beaches of Adam and Eva, in Niterói, we will make a stop for sea bathing and a snack will be served with tropical fruits, sandwiches, chocolates and caipirinhas. Throughout the tour we will have beers, soda, iced mate and water available to be shared. We will sail in the Bay of Guanabara, passing the fort São João, Fort Lage and Fort Santa Cruz, located at the entrance of Guanabara Bay, Adam and Eva Beach, Morro do Bat, Museum of Contemporary Art and Ilha da Boa Viagem, on the city side of Niterói, Flamengo Park and botafogo cove, returning to Urca. We will appreciate the sunset sailing, heading back to the landing point. Rio de Janeiro can be even more stunning experienced by the waters of Guanabara Bay, so get ready to get to know a different angle from the most beautiful landscapes in the city. Other notes Activities may be changed in case of bad weather, as it is outdoor activity and depending on sea and wind conditions.
Foodies about town
This delicious introduction to food and drinks from around Brazil is unlike any other. Over the course of 4-5 hours, we'll eat and drink our way across the most interesting parts of Rio that most visitors never get to see. We'll start in one of Rio's bustling street markets, where we'll taste exotic fruits and street food dishes. After that, we'll head to my favorite Brazilian-Portuguese restaurant in Lapa for a taste of old-school Brazil, where the waiters dress in white jackets, and serve the most delicious salt cod croquettes in town. From there, we'll wander into Centro, the oldest part of the city to visit a secret foodie hotspot, a hole-in-the-wall serving classic boteco snacks (think Brazilian tapas). We’ll then take a short ride to Flamengo, where we'll taste the uniquely delicious regional dishes, first from Northeastern Brazil and finally from the Amazon. IMPORTANT: There is a different meeting point each day of the week and the Airbnb app is not able to handle this, so we will give you detailed information on how to get to the meeting point in a message after you book. ALSO: We generally do NOT serve feijoada or the rodizio style churrasco (all you can eat barbecue). But we can help you find the very best of both!

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Taste Rio de Janeiro with Private Chef Thiago
One of my secrets in the kitchen is to control the fire very well, balance the flavors, and textures, and always use fresh ingredients, at their best moment. I cook with love for it and surprise all your senses! Take advantage of our group discounts: ★ 10% OFF — groups of 4 to 5 guests ★ 15% OFF — groups of +6 guests To have a closer look at my menus check out the What's Included section below. Learn the secrets hidden within each dish, and enjoy a delicious multi-course meal. Get ready to discover the taste of Rio de Janeiro without leaving your own dining room! I will arrive 90 minutes before your preferred dining time in order to begin working my magic. I won't arrive empty-handed! No-no, I will show up at your doorstep equipped with every ingredient needed in order to prepare your meal. Feel free to put your apron on and cook some of the dishes with me! I am eager to share with you the secrets behind my recipes and Rio de Janeiro's local hidden treasures. Not in the mood? Well then lay down, relax, enjoy a few appetizers, and allow me and my team to take care of you. Eat, share, drink, laugh, and explore the Rio de Janeiro dining scene from your own table. Oh and don’t worry about tidying up, everything will be left spotless for you to continue to enjoy! Please note that to book an experience there is a minimum of 2 guests required.
Get to know Rio main attractions -7h
In this experience, we will pick you up at your place* and take you to visit the most important spots in the city. We will start visiting Christ the Redeemer Statue first thing, so we can avoid lines and get the best shots for your photos**; next, the neighborhood of Santa Teresa, an artistic zone with it's exclusive tram and then the Selarón Staircase, one of the most famous touristic spots of Rio. From there we'll go to the Metropolitan Cathedral, a unique bulding in the Center of Rio. Afterwards, we visit the Tijuca Forest, with waterfalls and wild animals and the neighborhood of São Conrado, where we can see the hang gliders landing on the beach. We stop for lunch*** right after that and by the end you have two options: we can either take you back home or to the Sugar Loaf, where you can take a cable car to the top of this magnific hill. During the whole time, we'll be telling you all about the places we'll be visiting and will anwser all your question. *Pick up at some areas of the south zone of Rio. If you are in another region, like Barra da Tijuca, we will set a meeting point ***Lunch is not price included. *** Sugar Loaf ticket is not price included
Sunset Sailboat Tour in Rio de Janeiro
The tour starts at the middle of the afternoon at the pier in Urca near to Bar urca. We will sail by the Fortress of São João, Fortress Laje and Fortress Santa Cruz, and close to the Island of Boa Viagem in Niterói. There will be one stop point at Adão e Eva beach or Praia Vermelha, perfect for picture taking and if you are interested to swim! Then we will pass by the Museum of Contemporary Art and sail back with the amazing view of the sunset on the horizon. There are gorgeous views of Sugar Loaf and Christ the Redeemer throughout the ride, as they are central to the scenery of Rio's coast. The tour finishes after the sunset to make the most of this amazing view of the city. Other things to note You must bring your camera, sunscreen, swimsuit and flip flops.
Two Brothers the most beautiful hike in Rio
Hike Two Brothers - Brings you to arguably the best view in Rio! An experience for the more adventurous, going up the Favela via **MOTO TAXI** and then hiking up the trail, passing through a territory unknown (Favela Vidigal). The view at the top stretches 365 degrees around the city. You'll see the Christ statue, Lagoa, Sugar Loaf, Ilhas Cagarras, Niterói and the Bay of Rio which are all visible at the peak. There isn't another place in the city of Rio besides Pedra da Gávea that has this unique view! ****(We also offer the best rated and most impactful FAVELA TOUR here in Rio de Janeiro). Dont just book any tour. **** Come with Experience Rio, why? 1. We employ guides from Vidigal. 2. It's always better to have a local guide when entering a Favela. 3. With experience Rio, you will be led by professional guides with knowledge about the history of Vidigal/Rocinha + Rio. 4. Our guides are here to specifically make sure your time is amazing, we will show you all the best places for photos and of course take a few for the gram! 4. (5%) of profits goes to cleaning the trail + reforestation. 5. 15% goes back to the Favela through our Favela tour (so please check it out!) The hike is medium level with moderate rock inclines. 55 minutes of hiking up which equates to roughly 350M in elevation climb. Not recommend for those with knee or health issues!!
Maracanã Football Match As A Local
We'll start our adventure at the iconic Maracanã, one of the world's most famous and historic football stadiums. This venue witnessed the legendary 'Maracanazo' in 1950 when Uruguay stunned Brazil to win the World Cup, saw Germany claim their 4th World Cup trophy in 2014, and is the site where Pelé scored his 1000th goal. Our journey begins with a meet-up before the match to connect with fellow football enthusiasts. We'll gather at a lively square, surrounded by bustling bars, where local fans congregate to share stories and build excitement for the game. This is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the local football culture and get to know your fellow fans. From there, we'll join the throngs of passionate supporters heading to the stadium. We'll find seats close to the most fervent fans, right where the flags wave and drums beat, ensuring you experience the electrifying atmosphere just like a local. Whether Flamengo or Fluminense is playing, especially during a thrilling local derby, you'll be right in the heart of the action!
Snorkling with the turtles
Attention very important that you choose to do this activity with people who do not hold the animals for photography, after which it causes unnecessary stress on the animals, and may even reach death, Diveroots's proposal and that you contemplate nature but without harming marine life as coral and other animals, knowing that we will be ready to take a small trail where you will take us to the cove of turtles . the trail lasts approximately 20 min Which leads to the point where we will do the practice of snorkeling, I provide the necessary equipment for the activity, they are Mascara,snorkel, life jacket or pool noodle, so that you can maintain the buoyancy in the water, with this we make a diving to contemplate the marine life, being able to have the encounter with Arraia , Moreia , Baiacu and with the certainty that we will see many Turtles, having constant appearances in this place. Good after this activity we take some photos we make a piquinique we share experiences stories. And we are prepared to redo the trail and return home happy and satisfied. Other Observations Sunscreen and Eat Your Coffee Well! More details on our insta @diveroots City Council Use Less Plastics Nature Thanks!
Football game at legendary Maracanã Stadium
This is a guided experience that includes ticket and transportation to the biggest soccer stage on the planet Earth. Upcoming Games: Maio 15 - Flamengo x Bolivar (Copa Libertadores) Maio 16 - Fluminense x Cerro Porteño-PAR (Copa Maio 18 - Vasco da Gama x Flamengo (Brasil Serie A) Maio 22 - Fluminense x Sampaio Correa (Copa do Brasil) Maio 28 - Flamengo x Millonarios-COL (Copa Libertadores) Maracanã is the most famous football stadium in the world, its importance goes beyond just a sports square. This is where Brazilians from all regions of the country are moved by the unexplained passion for their clubs. Built in 1950, it has hosted two World Cup finals, the opening and closing ceremonies of the Rio 2016 Olympics, among countless other unforgettable events. I want to take you to my favorite place in the city, so that you can be eye witness to the matches of all the (national and international) competitions that Flamengo and Fluminense, riverside clubs that run the stadium nowadays, host in Rio de Janeiro.
Experiência de barco catamarã tour in rio Sunset
Após o embarque, velejaremos dentro das águas da baía de Guanabara e, enquanto apreciamos a paisagem, iremos degustar os lanches. Passaremos pelos principais pontos turísticos aproveitando os deslumbrantes visuais da cidade de Niterói: Museu de Arte Contemporânea, Forte Laje e Fortaleza de Santa Cruz. Iremos ancorar na Praia de Adão e Eva, seguiremos até a Praia da Boa Viagem, Aeroporto, Praia do Flamengo e Urca.
Rocinha Favela Tour Rio De Janeiro
Come see and experience the largest and most beautiful Favela in Rio, Rocinha!! I am a local resident of Favela Rocinha, was born here and know pretty much everyone; this is my home and I love this place! I want to introduce you to some of the sights, sounds, smells, and culture of this amazing Favela. I'll accompany you to some breathtaking viewpoints and also take you down the curvy streets to experience a bit of life in Rocinha. Don't worry... Rocinha is very safe and I will guide you down the safest streets and neighborhoods. I'll take you by local shops and markets to experience what life is really like in Rocinha. The price of the tour includes monetary contribution to the local community.
JipeTour in Forest, Waterfalls and Walking Trails
Away from the scalding heat of the summer beaches, let's wander the mountains, pleasant temperature enjoying beautiful scenery one of the largest urban forests in the world We'll use a collection convertible Jeep that's an attraction apart . We will hike trails away from crowds, bathe in a beautiful waterfall, discover gazebos and contemplate the beauty of preserved nature! Splendid Atlantic Forest ! Amidst the vegetation, (nail monkeys, star monkeys, toucans , sloth , coatis, colorful butterflies, can be seen The first trail is light to moderate level for about 30 minutes. Even a beautiful gazebo overlooking Ipanema, Leblon, the Christ , Sugar Loaf and the hill Dois Irmãos. Time to shower in the clear, fresh waters of the waterfall. Back at the Jeep, let's go to the Chinese View. Plus a gazebo of the city's rare beauty. We will follow the largest Taunay Waterfall in the Tijuca National Parks 35m height . We will make the way back past the beaches of São Conrado, Leblon, Ipanema and Copacabana . Time to get back to civilization. Pure air, beautiful nature, invigorating walk! Health and Peace ! Good Request to Start The Year Note: There is the option of a private tour where we can organize this and other tours according to the profile of the group.
Game at Maracanã Stadium - vip, best view and safest place
We will watch the match in the best spot of Maracanã! In the middle of the field in seated places! They are permanent seats that only few have acess and it is the best view and safest place of the stadium. the other ads on airbnb buy tickets in the crowd, our tickets have been captive since 1950 my family has these seats permanently. In the day of the match, we will meet inside the Maracanã Station of Metro Rio (subway) and I will guide our group to our entrance of the Stadium. Our gate is Gate A, in front of the metro ramp, known as UERJ ramp. We will enter together to watch the match and meet the biggest stadium of the world and after the end of the match, I will guide you to a nice way back. May: 1 - Flamengo x Amazonas - Copa do Brasil 11 - Flamengo x Corinthians- Brasileirão 15 - Flamengo x Bolívar - Libertadores 16 - Fluminense x Cerro Porteño - Libertadores 18 - Vasco x Flamengo - Brasileirão 19 - Fluminense x Juventude - Brasileirão 22 - Fluminense x Sampaio Corrêa - Copa do Brasil 25 - Flamengo x Grêmio - Brasileirão 28 - Flamengo x Millonarios - Libertadores 29 - Fluminense x Allianza Lima - Libertadores
Pedra da Gávea Trail
We will start the trail at the gate of sector C of Tijuca National Park, the largest urban forest in the world. Our circuit passes through the main viewpoints of Pedra da Gávea, the main historical sites and the famous gorge of Heaven. Beyond all the beauty of rainforest fauna and flora. The trail time is approximately 6 hours and a total of 3 km, we make stops at strategic points for hydration and recharge. In the two climbing stretches, we will use rappelling equipment, all rooted and guided by a guide that specializes in natural attractions, where we will have a little more excitement on our adventure. On the way, we'll take photos and videos with the best angles to record your adventure, all included in our package. We have climbs up every day.
Passeio de canoa Polinésia/havaiana na Ilha Grande
Assista o nascer do sol, o por do sol ou passeio noturno para ver a bioluminescência dos plânctons, explore cenários paradisíacos e os principais cartões postais da Ilha Grande a bordo das tradicionais e milenares Canoas Polinésias . O percurso inclui alguns dos principais cartões postais da Baía do Abraão tais como a Ilha do Abraão , praia preta, pico do papagaio e praia do Abraão. Aproximadamente 6 km de remada com parada para contemplação, banho e observação de animais e plantas no seu habitat natural. Outros passeios: Pôr do sol; Noturnos para observação da bioluminescência dos plânctons e remada da lua cheia; Passeios durante todo o dia, nos envie uma mensagem para mais informações :)
Live Samba Night at Pedra do Sal
Pedra do Sal is one of the nicest spots in the area known as Little Africa. This cradle of Carioca samba has become a paradise for those who like to mix history with beer, youth, samba, and nightlife. All of this takes place in front of a large rock with a carved staircase, Pedra do Sal, a heritage listed in 1984. The staircase gives access to Morro da Conceição. This area of Porto Maravilha is called Little Africa because it was a point of sale and exchange for slaves and shelter for quilombos. There, the salt from the ships that docked in the port was unloaded, the origin of the meeting of dockers sambistas. We'll meet at a specific location near Pedra do Sal to have a moment of community and I'll take you to the heart of samba in Rio de Janeiro. Get ready to explore some live samba music, get tips about street food and drinks, and meet genuine local people. You will get to know about the history of this place and why the whole samba culture is so important for us Cariocas. Join me in this local experience to feel immersed in this samba party night!
Passeio de Barco em Arraial do Cabo
Junte-se a nós do Barco Pérola Negra para conhecer as praias paradisíacas do Caribe Brasileiro! Nosso passeio começa com parada de praia na (1) Ilha do Farol. Depois, passaremos por pontos panorâmicos como: (2) Fenda da Nossa Senhora de Assunção, (3) Pedra do Gorila, (4) Buraco do Meteorito e a (5) Gruta Azul. Nossa segunda parada de praia é nas (6) Prainhas do Pontal do Atalaia, famosa por aquela foto na escadaria! A última parada é na enseada da (7) Praia do Forno para mergulho ao redor da embarcação, momento ideal para utilizar snorkel que fica disponível para aluguel no bar do barco. Nosso bar a bordo vende espetinhos, batata frita, lula, porções de churrasco ou calabresa, cervejas, drinks, sucos e refrigerantes. Dispomos de banheiros masculino e feminino. Temos um fotógrafo especializado a bordo para capturar seus momentos inesquecíveis! (Serviço contratado diretamente com o fotógrafo) ----------------- Atenção! *É necessário comprar taxa de embarque no valor de 10 reais por pessoa, em espécie, junto à Prefeitura de Arraial do Cabo antes do embarque. Gratuito para brasileiros acima de 60 anos e abaixo de 6 anos. **É proibido acesso com cooler e garrafas de vidro. ***O roteiro pode sofrer alterações de acordo com as condições de navegação determinadas pela Marinha do Brasil.
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