Salvador Trip Overview
The scenic Coconut Highway leads to Praia do Forte, a fishing village 50 miles north of Salvador, home to some of the best beaches in Bahia. Here we visit the ruins of the Garcia D´Ávila Castle (1556), once the home of the largest landowner in the New World and experience the breathtaking panoramic view of the northern coastline.
Praia do Forte is also the home of the national sea turtle preserve, the TAMAR Project, one of Brazil’s most successful ecological programs. Take the time to relax on the beautiful white sand beaches of Praia do Forte or browse the many local arts and crafts markets before returning to Salvador. After relaxing in Praia do Forte, we go straight to Guarajuba for our delicious lunch at one of many beach tents in the area. Guests will have more time on the beach before returning to Salvador.
Duration: Full Day Tour
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Duration: 8 hours
Starts: Salvador, Brazil
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Salvador, State of Bahia, Brazil
The scenic Coconut Highway leads to Praia do Forte, a fishing village 50 miles north of Salvador, home to some of the best beaches in Bahia. Here we visit the ruins of the Garcia D´Ávila Castle (1556), once the home of the largest landowner in the New World and experience the breathtaking panoramic view of the northern coastline.
Praia do Forte is also the home of the national sea turtle preserve, the TAMAR Project, one of Brazil’s most successful ecological programs. Take the time to relax on the beautiful white sand beaches of Praia do Forte or browse the many local arts and crafts markets before returning to Salvador. After relaxing in Praia do Forte, we go straight to Guarajuba for our delicious lunch at one of many beach tents in the area. Guests will have more time on the beach before returning to Salvador.
Duration: Full Day Tour
Itinerary
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Stop At: Garcia d’Avila Castle, Rua Direto do Castelo Mata de São João, Salvador, State of Bahia 48280-000 Brazil
visit and learn the history of the place
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Projeto Tamar, Av. Farol Garcia D”Avila s/n Praia Do Forte, Praia do Forte, Mata de Sao Joao, State of Bahia 48287-000 Brazil
see several species of sea turtles and learn more about their behave.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Imbassai Beach, Praia do Forte, Mata de Sao Joao, State of Bahia Brazil
travellers will have lunch, drinks, swim and explore the area
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Centro de Artesanato de Praia de Forte, Rua dos Benvindos s/n, Praia do Forte, Mata de Sao Joao, State of Bahia 48280-000 Brazil
Travelers will have a free time for relaxation, buy crafts and swim
Duration: 2 hours
