Favela Dona Marta tour

Description

Visiting the first Favela which was pacified in Brazil is a unique experience. Favela Santa Marta, today is one of the most visited in Rio de Janeiro. The King of Pop Michael Jackson filmed his music video "they don't care about us" here and Madonna visited it, along with parts of the movies Fast and Furious and Elite Squad being filmed here. During the tour, you meet members of the community and some people who were in the Michael Jackson video. Includes a visit to the Michael Jackson statue.

Who does it

Ernst

I am Ernesto, a certified Regional, National, and International tour guide specialized in the United Arab Emirates since 2015. I am an expert in AfroTourism in the African heritage circuit of Rio, currently studying tourism at UNIRIO. My history with tourism is very extensive. I have been working in the tourism industry for twenty years. I love to travel, and have visited several countries across 3 continents: Asia, Europe, and America. I have worked in organizing major events in Brazil in prominent positions such as Rio+20 and the 2014 World Cup. It would be a great pleasure to guide you to discover the amazing beauties of the city of Rio de Janeiro.

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