CARNIVAL REHEARSAL AT THE SAMBA SCHOOL
TOUR INFORMATION
🎶 Who said you have to wait until Carnival to feel the magic of samba?
Rio's Samba Schools begin their preparations months before the big parade, and you can experience it up close!
Starting in July, every Saturday night, we take small groups to watch the rehearsal of the renowned Salgueiro Samba School, one of the most traditional and award-winning in Rio de Janeiro.
✨ What's included in your tour:
Round-trip transportation from your accommodation (South Zone, Center and Lapa – check meeting points for other neighborhoods).
Accredited tour guide.
Entrance with table and chairs reserved for you and your group.
Upon arrival, you will be greeted with all the contagious energy of samba:
💃 Exuberant dancers, Bahian women twirling with their colorful skirts, talented musicians and the flag-bearing couple showcasing all the elegance of Carnival.
And, around 11:30 p.m., comes the most anticipated moment: the Salgueiro Drumline—the heart of the school! More than 60 percussionists play together in perfect harmony, creating a breathtaking rhythm that's impossible to describe in words.
This magical night is a true cultural immersion, where you won't just be a spectator, but part of the party.
Around 1 a.m., we return safely to your accommodation, taking with you the memory of an unforgettable night.
⚠️ Important: food and drinks are not included.
🌟 Salgueiro's rehearsal is not just a show, it's a unique experience of the Carioca soul, which you can't miss on your visit to Rio de Janeiro.
Recreational Association of the Salgueiro Academic Samba School.
1. How long are the tours?
5 hours.
2. What places will we visit?
The renowned samba school Grêmio Recreativo Samba School Academicos do Salgueiro.
3. Where will our meeting point be?
You can choose where you want to start your tour. We'll pick you up at your accommodation in Rio de Janeiro, the Port of Rio, and the airports.
4. What time will we start our tour?
Depending on your hotel, we will pick you up between 8:00 PM or 9:00 PM.
5. What is included?
Licensed tour guide, round-trip transportation to your accommodation, and a beautiful table to enjoy the rehearsal.
6. What is not included?
Drinks, meals, and admission to the venue are not included. Since everything is negotiated, for your convenience, we can include admission fees in your rate.
7. What means of transport is used?
Tours are carried out on foot and in modern, safe vehicles (cars, vans and buses) with a driver.
8. What are the payment methods?
Cash, credit card, bank transfers, PIX and PayPal.
ADVANTAGES OF A PRIVATE TOUR
- Optimize your time and money by visiting and staying in the places you're interested in, without being delayed by other tourists, which unfortunately happens on group tours.
- Private and exclusive tour guide.
- Exclusive transportation, with total comfort. On a group tour, however, transportation is shared and often crowded, putting the health of you and your family and/or friends at risk (COVID-19).
- More detailed explanation, with the possibility of directing the information to your personal interests and those of your companions. An infinite number of questions are allowed, as this is an interpersonal relationship.
- There are no stops at pre-established restaurants and shops or tourist traps.
- Flexible schedules allow you to reach places when they're less crowded. Unlike a group tour, visiting times often coincide with other excursions, causing attractions to be crowded.
- We create tailor-made itineraries to visit only the places you and your travel companions want.
- More time to take photos, explore the sites, and stay where you and your companions are most interested. Without the hassle of tourists who are late, get lost, and disrupt your tour.
- Travel at your own pace and that of your fellow travelers. Stay where you and your companions are most interested. Without the hassle of tourists who are late, get lost, and disrupt the progress of your tour.
PHOTOS OF THE EXPERIENCES
