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ACCESSIBLE TOURISM

Xperiencer Brazil was founded by Miguel Angel Cordoba a Bachelor of Physical Education with an emphasis on special groups and A. Fernandez a Bachelor of Tourism and Master in Local Development with experience in professional training for people with disabilities to work in hospitality. We can confidently say that working with people with disabilities is in our agency’s DNA. We have always been committed to providing unforgettable experiences for people with disabilities enabling them to travel independently with equity, dignity and true accessibility.

Tourism represents a significant sector of the global economy. Following the COVID-19 pandemic it has been steadily growing contributing according to the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) US$10.9 trillion to the Gross World Product (GWP) in 2024. During this period tourism accounted for 10% of the global economy, generating 357 million jobs worldwide  meaning 1 in every 10 jobs globally is directly related to tourism industry.

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Beyond generating employment and income tourism faces a major challenge or rather an immense responsibility: to universalize the experience of exploring other cultures and enjoying unforgettable moments through travel. However people with disabilities encounter numerous difficulties, such as:

  • Accessibility barriers in tourist destinations, including:

  1. Tourist attractions.
  2. Public restrooms.
  3. Accommodation.
  4. Transportation (public and private).
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  • Limited availability of accessible tourist destinations and leisure activities for people with disabilities.

  • Difficulty obtaining reliable information about the level of accessibility in the destination (Accommodation, transport and tourist attractions).

  • Lack of training for professionals to serve people according to the specific needs of various types of disabilities (Hearing, visual, intellectual and physical).

  • High costs for tourism making this activity feasible only for people with higher purchasing power.

Accessible tourism represents a powerful instrument for social inclusion and access to a fundamental human right. The World Health Organization reports that over 1 billion people (15% to 16% of the global population) live with some form of disability worldwide. Therefore we must recognize the potential of this select public for the development and growth of tourism. In this regard according to the World Tourism Organization:

  • Approximately two-thirds of people with disabilities have the purchasing power to travel.

  • Spending on air travel by people with disabilities was US$11 billion in 2022.

  • This group demonstrates high loyalty to more accessible tourist destinations.

  • The vast majority of people with disabilities travel accompanied by family members, friends or even caregivers.

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The Accessible Tourism Program is an initiative by the Brazilian Ministry of Tourism that encompasses numerous tourist destinations across Brazil including the city of Rio de Janeirol. In order to meet and even exceed the travelers with disabilities` expectations our agency offer a wide range of possibilities for tourists to fully enjoy what Rio de Janeiro has the best to offer, such as:

  1. AquaRio: Features interactive and educational spaces with audiodescription and information in Braille.

  2. Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian: Has access ramps at the main entrance.

  3. Christ the Redeemer: Some train cars are adapted for wheelchair users. Visitors can also count on the support of staff to assist the tourists in addition to elevators and escalators for easier access to the Christ the Redeemer statue.

  4. Maracanã Stadium: Features ramps, adapted restrooms and elevators.

  5. Botanical Garden: Presents a sensory garden that allows visually impaired visitors to touch and experience the aroma and texture of plants. It also includes an electric car for easier and safer transportation

  6. Rio Art Museum: Offers facilities with ramps and elevators.

  7. Museum of Tomorrow: Features ramps, adapted restrooms, elevators, and signage.

  8. Banco do Brasil Cultural Center: Has ramps, adapted restrooms, tactile flooring, universal signage, tactile models, and inclusive educational programs with audiodescription and Brazilian Sign Language (Libras).

  9. National Historical Museum: Presents elevators and ramps to assist the tourists.

  10. Sugarloaf Mountain: Features elevators, access platforms, and a cable car.

  11. Gávea Planetarium: Has adapted ramps, restrooms and elevators as well as educational programs tailored for people with disabilities.

  12. Royal Portuguese Reading Room: Equipped with elevators to access various floors.

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Recognizing that a list of adapted locations alone does not represent a complete solution for accessible tourism, Xperiencer Brazil not only organizes personalized itineraries to various tourist spots some of which are listed above but also enables travelers with disabilities to enjoy other experiences such as:

  • Beaches:

    1. Amphibious wheelchairs for enjoying a refreshing assisted sea bath.

    2. Access mats on the sand to facilitate the movement of wheelchair users and people with reduced mobility.

    3. Adapted sports activities such as: Frescobol (beach paddleball) and sitting volleyball as well as adapted surfing and stand-up paddleboarding

  • Horseback riding.

  • Equine therapy.

  • Climbing.

  • Boat trip.

  • Adapted diving.

  • Hang gliding.

  • Helicopter ride.

  • Rafting.

  • Rappelling and zip-lining.

  • Paragliding.

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Besides Rio de Janeiro other cities in Brazil stand out in the development of accessible tourism:

  • Balneário Camboriú (SC).

  • Bonito (MS).

  • Brasília (DF).

  • Fortaleza (CE).

  • Foz do Iguaçu (PR).

  • Gramado (RS).

  • Porto de Galinhas (PE).

  • Recife (PE).

  • Salvador (BA).

  • São Paulo (SP).

  • Uberlândia (MG).

Would you like to learn more about accessible tours in Rio de Janeiro? The Xperiencer Brazil team is ready to help you to plan the trip of your dreams.

Rio de Janeiro the marvelous, accessible and unforgettable city.

Live the barrier-free experience!

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A. Fernandez
Mestre em desenvolvimento Local, com ênfase em turismo, pós-graduado em Gestão Empresarial em Turismo e Hotelaria e graduado em Turismo, Hotelaria e Gestão de Recursos Humanos. Cofundador da Xperiencer Tour Brazil, agência especializada em ecoturismo e turismo de aventura. Atua há 22 anos como professor universitário para cursos de graduação em turismo, hotelaria e administração e consultor para o segmento de turismo, meios de hospedagem, hotelaria hospitalar, gastronomia, shopping center e comércio.

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