Favela Receptiva

Estrada da Canoa, 610 - 2 Vila Canoas | Map and Directions

About Favela Receptiva

Favela Receptiva is an amazing and different way of being a guest in a 'Favela'.

Here you will be in close contact with nature. In the immediate surroudings you will find: Pedra da Gavea, Pedra Bonita (Famous for its hang gliding and paragliding ramp), waterfalls and the beaches of Sao Conrado and Pepino.

Villa Canoas is a special 'favela' nearby the famous 'Rocinha', which is the biggest favela of Latin America. It is located inside the Atlantic Rainforest. Here you will find the authentic 'carioca' lifestyle, filled with parties, in a safe and simple environment.

With a maximum number of 3 people per room and different decoration in each one, you will find very nice and confortable accomodation for a very good price. We have a great hostel structure, allowed to the independence of being in different houses spread by Vila Canoas community (A small 'favela' with 3.000 people). The hostel can bring you in contact with local NGO´s, where you can work as a volunteer.

WE HAVE FAMILY ROOMS / HOUSES (3, 4, 5 and 6 people). ASK FOR PERSONAL INFORMATIONS!!!

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FREE TOUR (Minimum of 5 nights booking):
* Pedra Bonita and Paragliding / Hang gliding Ramp
* Local Vila Canoas Waterfall
DANCE CLASS
* Learn how to dance - Samba and Forro
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We invite you to get to know the real day-to-day brazilian life and make many new friends.

*During Carnival and New Year, rooms and houses with double or twin room will accept only two reservations. If you come alone please reserve for two people, during this period.