visitors interested in finding accommodations inside vidigal can start by considering the hostel casa alto vidigal.  

vidigalbergue is another pousada located in vidigal that has been highly recommended by past guests - this video 'amanhecer no vidigal' (sunrise on vidigal) by caroline barrueco shows a typical local celebration.

however, even when accompanied by local guides, extreme caution is recommended at all times. special safety precautions should be taken.  we list additional accommodations set inside rio's favelas, on this link.