favela tours open up a great deal of opportunity - a 'contact zone' - in which people of different cultures who would otherwise have little to no interaction, are able to meet one another, relate and learn about each other's experience of the world.

For this reason it is essential that the experience be one of 'contact' and interaction, not just watchful consumption, and proper manners are followed. visitors interested in visiting a favela should read our favelas safety & tips section via this link, covering access & transport, health & environment, and bailes funk.

also important would be reading about the favelas history & culture section, as it would help in understanding more about the areas being visited, and it would allow for a more meaningful excursion and interaction with the residents.