Montevideo: Traditional Carnival Experience
ID: GYG347776-622196
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Country: Uruguay
Description
Feel the excitement and joy of the Uruguayan Carnival like a local and enjoy skip-the-line access and preferential seating.
Immerse yourself in the culture and festivities of the Uruguayan Carnival like a local with this activity. After getting picked up from your hotel, visit different neighborhoods of Montevideo in search of the liveliest stages of the carnival.
During your night, experience between 4 and 6 shows favored by locals. The shows you will see are held outside of the tourist area and allow you to experience true carnival culture. As well as dancing along to the musical performances, see how these groups honor and recreate the different African and Uruguayan traditions for a result that will leave you speechless.
Feel part of the local community as you watch spectacles that represent local and international politics, current affairs and local culture. Experience a combination of humor and mischief through the singing, dancing, and performances of the troupes. Get the best seats in the house with your ticket and sample local products during the intervals. At the end of the activity, get dropped off back at your hotel.
Highlights
- Witness over 4 different carnival performances
- Enjoy an authentic carnival experience, away from the throngs of tourists
- Enjoy preferential access to the shows and seats with unbeatable views
- Immerse yourself in Uruguayan culture
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Opening hours are subject to last-minute changes
• The activity may be suspended due to adverse weather, in which case you will be offered an alternative date or refund
All participants over 12 years old must present one of the following: proof of full vaccination, proof of first vaccination administered at least 22 days ago, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts
Masks are required while indoors
All participants 12 and older must present physical or digital proof that they've been fully vaccinated with a FDA or WHO-approved vaccine administered at least 14 days before the performance date. Children between 5-11 years old must present proof that they've received at least one dose of a FDA or WHO-approved vaccine and be accompanied by a vaccinated adult meeting the theater's entry requirements. Guests whose last vaccine dose (excluding boosters) was fewer than 14 days before the performance date must also present either a negative PCR test taken no more than 72 hours before the performance starts or a negative antigen test taken no more than 6 hours before the performance starts
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
All participants who are over 12 years old must present either proof of full vaccination or proof of a Covid-19 infection within the last 6 months
You are required to bring and wear a mask
All participants who are over 12 years and 3 months old must present proof of full vaccination
All participants who are over 16 years old must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or proof of medical complications preventing vaccination. Participants between 12 and 15 years old must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative PCR test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
You must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
Masks are strongly recommended for anyone indoors regardless of vaccination status. Unvaccinated participants are required to wear a mask while indoors
All participants who are over 12 years old must present proof of full vaccination
All participants who are over 12 years old must present their passport, proof of full vaccination, and a negative Covid-19 PCR taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts
All participants must also bring a valid form of ID (e.g. passport, driver's license, identity card, student card, etc)
Please wait in the lobby of your hotel 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
