African Heritage: Gastronomy and Musicality Experience
Overview
This experience allows people to experience a unique moment, immersing themselves in flavors, aromas, sounds and behaviors of a very old culture that is a direct part of the history of Brazil, with all its ethnic mixes rescuing the gastronomic identity and the music of a people and still unknown by many.
Inclusions
- Afro-Brazilian gastronomy tasting
- Entry/Admission - Pedra do Sal
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Church of N Sra do Rosario e Sao Benedito dos Homens Pretos, Rua Uruguaiana 77 Centro, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20050-094 Brazil
Discover one of the oldest spaces of resistance of the black community created by the centenary brotherhood of the black men.
Visit the Black Museum of the Church, which houses relics preserved by the brotherhood.
Duration: 25 minutes
Pass By: Boulevard Olimpico, Praca Maua, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20081-240 Brazil
We will contemplate the art of Eduardo Kobra, the largest mural of graffiti in the world, admiring aspects of ancestral ethnic groups, very old cultures that are directly and indirectly part of the history of Brazil.
Stop At: Instituto de Pesquisa e Memoria Pretos Novos - IPN, Rua Pedro Ernesto 36, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20220-350 Brazil
We will visit the archaeological site, the permanent exhibition of the bones of Africans discovered in the place and we will be surprised with the impact of these to the understanding of the slave period in Brazil.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Cais do Valongo, Avenida Barao de Tefe Saude, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20220-460 Brazil
We will visit the Historical Site of the Pier of Valongo and the region known as Little Africa, we will learn its history and traditions and importance for the history of humanity.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Morro da Conceicao, Travessa do Liceu Saúde, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20081-180 Brazil
We will meet the remaining community of Quilombo Pedra do Sal, a place of cultural resistance, fundamental for the survival of Afro-descendants and the preservation of their heritage, where the Cariocas proudly celebrate their rich Afro-Brazilian legacy with weekly outdoor samba sessions.
Stop At: Pedra do Sal, R. Tia Ciata Largo do João da Baiana - Saúde, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20081-040 Brazil
Immersion in the rich African cultural heritage in Rio -
Highlighting the gastronomy, with tasting of typical dishes of the Afro-Brazilian and Yoruba cuisine, very common in the daily practice of religions of African origin.
Musicality - a percussion workshop, with an instructor and drummer from the African continent, let's focus on this culture that influences people to this day.
Duration: 3 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Church of N Sra do Rosario e Sao Benedito dos Homens Pretos, Rua Uruguaiana 77 Centro, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20050-094 Brazil
Discover one of the oldest spaces of resistance of the black community created by the centenary brotherhood of the black men.
Visit the Black Museum of the Church, which houses relics preserved by the brotherhood.
Duration: 25 minutes
Pass By: Boulevard Olimpico, Praca Maua, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20081-240 Brazil
We will contemplate the art of Eduardo Kobra, the largest mural of graffiti in the world, admiring aspects of ancestral ethnic groups, very old cultures that are directly and indirectly part of the history of Brazil.
Stop At: Instituto de Pesquisa e Memoria Pretos Novos - IPN, Rua Pedro Ernesto 36, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20220-350 Brazil
We will visit the archaeological site, the permanent exhibition of the bones of Africans discovered in the place and we will be surprised with the impact of these to the understanding of the slave period in Brazil.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Cais do Valongo, Avenida Barao de Tefe Saude, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20220-460 Brazil
We will visit the Historical Site of the Pier of Valongo and the region known as Little Africa, we will learn its history and traditions and importance for the history of humanity.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Morro da Conceicao, Travessa do Liceu Saúde, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20081-180 Brazil
We will meet the remaining community of Quilombo Pedra do Sal, a place of cultural resistance, fundamental for the survival of Afro-descendants and the preservation of their heritage, where the Cariocas proudly celebrate their rich Afro-Brazilian legacy with weekly outdoor samba sessions.
Stop At: Pedra do Sal, R. Tia Ciata Largo do João da Baiana - Saúde, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20081-040 Brazil
Immersion in the rich African cultural heritage in Rio -
Highlighting the gastronomy, with tasting of typical dishes of the Afro-Brazilian and Yoruba cuisine, very common in the daily practice of religions of African origin.
Musicality - a percussion workshop, with an instructor and drummer from the African continent, let's focus on this culture that influences people to this day.
Duration: 3 hours
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Not suitable for people with food restrictions
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- In addition to the aforementioned actions, we are committed to adopting and complying with the basic and specific safety protocols adopted by WHO, and we are certified by the Ministry of Tourism of Brazil with the Responsible, Clean and Safe Trism Seal.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Christopher_J
September 2022
I chose this tour to get the history and heritage of the Afro-Brazilian prospective. Isabella (tour guide) more than met my expectations. It was a good overall lesson on the Afrocentric culture here In Brazil for both past and present. The lunch that we had was delicious! Thanks for sharing the d...
I chose this tour to get the history and heritage of the Afro-Brazilian prospective. Isabella (tour guide) more than met my expectations. It was a good overall lesson on the Afrocentric culture here In Brazil for both past and present. The lunch that we had was delicious! Thanks for sharing the day with me.cookiedip
March 2021
I had a wonderful time. This was a new and rewarding experience. The food and overall atmosphere was great.
I had a wonderful time. This was a new and rewarding experience. The food and overall atmosphere was great.Voyager01678176392
September 2023
Isabelle is the best! Anyone who loves history and wants to have a better context of Rio and its culture should take this tour! Our guide was on time, she was very easy to communicate with and even helped us organize our transfer from the airport to our hotel before we arrived in Rio. When you...
Isabelle is the best! Anyone who loves history and wants to have a better context of Rio and its culture should take this tour! Our guide was on time, she was very easy to communicate with and even helped us organize our transfer from the airport to our hotel before we arrived in Rio. When you are booking the tour, you are asked about food restrictions and any disability issues. We did not have any language barrier issues, Isabelle speaks English well. Though the tour takes most of the day and is mainly walking, however depending on whether or not you have a disability they will adjust it to suit you. Isabelle have us a full experience when it came to all the places we got to visit. She was very knowledgeable with the historical facts and key elements of the different areas we were in. At no point did we feel unsafe and Isabelle constantly asks how you are doing, if you need a break or if everything is comfortable. The food spots we got to try were 10/10! Everything tasted amazing and learning about the significance of the food from a historical context gave us a better appreciation for it and for the restaurants we visited. We got to visit one of the best Samba Schools in Rio and they gave us a tour of their warehouse, explained how they make their costumes, the calendar and the significance of the carnaval. This tour is definitely needed and anyone who is visiting should take it, it is very honest and gives you a better overall understanding of the African heritage and history of Rio and Brazil, which is something that should not be erased.Bentrav3lfar
September 2022
Isabella's ability to make history fascinating and to assure that you fully know what you are witnessing at the moment is what I value most about the excursion. I perceive Isabella's presentation to be more like that of a friend sharing in-depth history than that of a standard tour guide repeatin...
Isabella's ability to make history fascinating and to assure that you fully know what you are witnessing at the moment is what I value most about the excursion. I perceive Isabella's presentation to be more like that of a friend sharing in-depth history than that of a standard tour guide repeating facts as you go down a path. Isabella arrived early to ensure that our trips began on time. If you're searching for a more customized guide, I strongly suggest. Thank you again!716rahmanh
September 2022
This is a must do excursion. We had a wonderful experience learning about African heritage. Our tour guide Isabella was friendly, amazing and knowledgeable. She takes great pictures!!! I highly recommend you guys asked for her by name. She also gave us a guide to the best restaurants and lounges ...
This is a must do excursion. We had a wonderful experience learning about African heritage. Our tour guide Isabella was friendly, amazing and knowledgeable. She takes great pictures!!! I highly recommend you guys asked for her by name. She also gave us a guide to the best restaurants and lounges in town. I look forward to experiencing some of her other tours when I’m back in Rio de Janeiro.Woodley A
August 2022
I don't even know where to begin.. That's how blown away I am with the love I now have for Rio de Janeiro! First off, I'd love to give a round of applause to our host and travel professional Isabella who designed a trip to Rio catered to me and my friends' liking. She sought out what we were t...
I don't even know where to begin.. That's how blown away I am with the love I now have for Rio de Janeiro! First off, I'd love to give a round of applause to our host and travel professional Isabella who designed a trip to Rio catered to me and my friends' liking. She sought out what we were truly interested in and made each day better than the first. From being picked up at the airport with treats waiting for us, door to door service, super friendly and professional.. those are just a few things that made this trip unforgettable. Isabella and her team curated fun filled days (some which were accompanied by photographers as well ) to capture great moments. We dined at some of the most scenic restaurants in Rio and each meal was also better than the previous! My favorite aspects of this trip to Rio would be doing those morning hikes to Two Brothers and Pedra do telegrafo where the views are breathtaking. Visiting the Christ the Redeemer statue was also something I was looking forward to do- so I'm glad to have done so. The African Heritage day also blew me away while visiting museums, learning so much about the deportation of slaves into Brazil and the history that's so deeply rooted with the mother land. This entire trip/ experience was a great mix of fun, culture, delicious food, so much goodness in a week's worth of travel. I highly recommend Traveller XP for those who want the REAL experience of Rio, not just the common tourist activities.