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Get to know Salvador from an authentic and local point of view and at your own pace; without wasting precious time, in this MUST DO itinerary . We will always go out of the traditional route to discover the real city and all the possibilities that has to offer. Trying street food is always part of the fun and we will have plenty of opportunities to do it. I will suggest the best photography spots and you will be able to do it safely with me. Also, I provide you valuable information about all the activities you can do on your own during your stay in the city. If you like to interact with the local community this is also the tour for you.

It starts at the moment we board the car and we head towards the northern Bahian coastline, known as the coconut road until we arrive at the first stop, Praia do Forte at 10:30. There we can visit the Village of Fishermen, Project TAMAR of giant turtles (optional). Afterwards we will go to Guarajuba, a paradisiacal beach with natural pools where we will take a bath and enjoy an excellent restaurant by the sea.

The tour begins when the schooner leaves the Nautical Terminal towards the first island. A contemplative journey within the Baía de Todos os Santos, at the exit we have the São Marcelo Fort, the city of Salvador seen from the sea, the Itapagipe peninsula, Monte Serrat Fort, the Bonfim Church and other attractions. We head towards Ilha dos Frades where calm, crystal clear waters invite us to take a swim, there are natives as well as a snack and a cold drink, we stay for around 2 hours. Next we go to Itaparica Island. Where we will have lunch at a restaurant on the beach, a buffet with good homemade food. Then just relax on the sand or warm waters of the Itaparica sea. At 3:30 pm our guide begins boarding. On the way back, you can enjoy the sunset at our Todos os Santos Bay. Time: SSA-Frades 1:40; Frades-Itaparica 0:40; Itaparica-SSA 1:10. Note: Tours purchased less than 12 hours after boarding are subject to consultation only. DOES NOT INCLUDE: Boarding fees in Salvador and entry to Ilha dos Frades; Meals and drinks.

For over 15 years Picãozinho has been visited by thousands of tourists. The only theme vessel João Pessoa offers its customers a ride with an average duration of 3 hours, 15 minutes transfer from the beach Tambaú and peak distant coral 1.5 km from the coast, the famous natural pools of Picãozinho. The highlight of the tour is up to the beauty that the place has, under its warm and crystal clear waters you can see several species of fish, corals, algae and more. A unique and indescribable diving. The pirate ship also offers tourists an exciting adventure to the legitimate pirate style, with a surfboard, two water slides and a gazebo for amazing photos. All this with responsibility, safety and commitment to the satisfaction and pleasure of visitors.

Take to the streets of Fortaleza and discover hidden gems that only the locals know. Follow your guide through neighborhoods to interesting and picturesque places well worth visiting, and hear about their history and stories from the perspective of a local resident. Choose where you’d like to go or the sorts of things you’d like to see and leave the route planning up to your guide.

Lanzarote is known for its stunning coastline, but without local knowledge, it can be easy to miss some of its most beautiful places. With this tour, a guide leads the way on a boat, so you can follow them on a jet ski and take in the views. Discover pristine beaches and hidden coastal gems that you might not see otherwise and have plenty of fun at the same time.

Visit Salvador's most important cultural museums during a 3-hour private tour. With your dedicated guide, enjoy flexibility and personal attention as you learn about Salvador's history. Visit both the Afro-Brazilian Museum and the museums dedicated to the indigenous people of Brazil. Stop by the Carlos Costa Pinto Museum and a museum of sacred and religious art housed in a building owned by a 19th-century Carmelite order. Learn about the cultural history of the city and how the combination of people from different backgrounds came together to create a unique social fabric. Round-trip transportation from Salvador hotels is included.

See why the historic center of Salvador de Bahia was awarded UNESCO World Heritage Status on a private walking tour that showcases the highlights of the area. Go where cars can’t and focus on the rich details of the architecture as you explore on foot and delve deeper into local culture and history than you would by reading the guidebook.

The departure to the boarding point starts at 8:20 AM, with times that may vary depending on the distance to the meeting spot. After boarding the speedboat, we will navigate the river for about 40 minutes until we reach the village of Vassouras, known for its deep lagoons during the rainy season and the presence of playful capuchin monkeys. Next, we head to the village of Mandacaru, where you can climb the Preguiças Lighthouse and enjoy a spectacular panoramic view. There are also craft shops, as well as caipirinhas and ice creams with typical regional flavors. Finally, the tour ends at Caburé Beach, a sand peninsula bordered by the river on one side and the sea on the other. Lunch will be at one of the beach’s restaurants. The return usually starts around 2:30 PM, with an expected arrival at 3:30 PM.

The tour begins at 8:30 AM in a Toyota 4x4, taking a one-hour off-road trail to reach the first lagoons of Lençóis Maranhenses. The first stop is at the stunning Lagoa do Gavião. From there, we head toward the open sea and the village of Canto do Atins, home to the renowned restaurants of Mr. Antônio, Mrs. Luzia, and Carminha (Ponta do Mangue), famous for their delicious grilled shrimp, fish, and sun-dried meat. After lunch, we continue to the village of Atins to visit the mouth of the Preguiças River, where the river meets the sea in a breathtaking landscape. On the way back, we explore more of the region’s iconic lagoons, such as Lagoa das Sete Mulheres, Lagoa Tropical, Lagoa do Kaite, and others. The return from Atins is around 4:00 PM, with arrival back in the city scheduled for 5:30 PM.

Walking around the narrow alleys of Pelourinho, stopping to talk to locals and trying some tasty street food are part of this exciting experience. All this combined with lot’s of information and helpful tips about Salvador and all it’s options.

Explore Pelourinho, the historic center of Salvador de Bahia, during this private sightseeing tour. The area was instrumental in the African slave trade and continues to be a center of African culture in Brazil. Walk through the streets and learn about the cultural and historical importance of the area through your local guide's commentary. Visit the Afro-Brazilian Museum and the Rosary of the Blacks, the first black Christian brotherhood in the New World.

ATTENTION: BOOKINGS ONLY FROM 2 PEOPLE. THE PRICE DISCLOSED IS INDIVIDUAL. IF YOU ARE TRAVELING ALONE, TALK TO US! WE WILL FIND AN OPTION FOR YOU ;D COLLECTIVE TOUR, IN A GROUP PREVIOUSLY ORGANIZED BY THE AGENCY. WE ARE FOLLOWING ALL HYGIENE AND SOCIAL DISTANCE RULES INSIDE THE CARS AND ON THE RIDE, SO YOU HAVE A SAFE AND HAPPY EXPERIENCE. Route 1, also known as Caves, is the most visited route in all of Chapada. It gathers the most famous postcards and allows the visitor to know a little of everything: rivers, waterfalls, caves and the emblematic Morro do Pai Inácio with its panoramic view of mountains.

Get a sense of country life in Cachoeira during this 10-hour educational tour from Salvador. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city's architecture, which reflects Portuguese colonialism and African heritage. Visit the churches of Carmo and Rosário, the City Hall and the former colonial-era jail. Visit a nearby farm for a traditional Brazilian lunch, followed by a tour of the famous Danneman cigar factor. Learn about the history, culture and national significance of the region from your local guide as you explore. Round-trip transportation from Salvador is included.

Learn about the history of the African people in Brazil during this 8-hour anthropological tour in Salvador. Visit Pelourinho, the center of African history in Salvador, and peruse the Afro-Brazilian Museum. Continue to the São Joaquim Market, founded by enslaved Africans, now the largest open-air market in the city. Stop for lunch hosted by a family with 50 years of history in the Garcia community, a traditional bean stew. Travel to Rio Vermelho beach to see the altar in reverence to iemanjá, the African orixá from the sea. Round-trip transportation from Salvador hotels is included.

Coastal Wonders: Itacimirim and Imbassaí beaches Discover the best of the beaches of the northern coast of Salvador with an unforgettable Green Line tour! With the departure from the hotels in Salvador, we follow the famous Green Line (BA-099), which connects Salvador to Aracaju, in search of the natural landscapes and the paradisiacal beaches of the Bahian coast. Combines two of the charming beaches of the Green Line: Itacimirim: with its crystal clear waters and natural pools Imbassaí: where river and sea meet in a unique setting. It is the perfect choice for those seeking nature, tranquility and local culture in one day.

Cachoeira is the ideal place to learn about the history of our ancestors who were enslaved. It is a wonderful place, full of charm, magic and lots of beauty. In the month of August, hundreds of Afro-Americans come to Bahia just to experience the festivities of the Brotherhood of Our Lady of Good Death

Skip the hassle of finding your own way to Morro de São Paulo, a popular destination for beachgoers, on a stress-free tour from Salvador da Bahia. Let a guide take care of arranging three different types of transfers—which include hotel pickup, a ferry ride to Itaparica, and a speedboat from Valença—while you spend more time relaxing in the white-sand coves on Tinharé Island.

Participate in a 3-hour Brazilian percussion workshop in Salvador. Get to know the rhythms and beats that provide the backdrop for Bahia's famous Carnival celebrations. Listen to the music that is essential in the Samba de Roda and the Candomblé ceremony. Learn about the percussion's roots in the African continent and how the tradition has transformed in modern Brazil from your local guide and professional percussion teacher. Round-trip transportation from Salvador hotels is included.

Embark on an unforgettable Panoramic City Tour to discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Fortaleza. Afterwards, journey to Cumbuco Beach, a stunning destination known for its mesmerizing sand dune landscapes. This vacation paradise offers everything from luxurious hotels, lively bars, and exquisite restaurants. Optional activities include horseback riding, dune buggy adventures, and exhilarating ski-bunda rides down the high-speed sand dunes!

Discover Barra Fort, Carmo Church, Montserrat Fortress, and much more on a private 6-hour tour of Salvador. All-inclusive transportation from your accommodation allows you experience the best of the UNESCO listed city’s attractions at a comfortable and leisurely pace. The tour is perfect for visitors who want to get a quick overview of Salvador or orient themselves to the for independent exploring.

Explore the mysteries of Candomblé through this cultural tour of Salvador. Over the course of 4 hours with a local guide, visit the Afro-Brazilian Museum which narrates the history of enslaved Africans in Brazil. Go to the Pierre Verger Foundation, the French anthropologist responsible for developing literary and photographic and audio records of the history of slavery. Continue to a Candomblé terreiro (community) and get the opportunity to consult the sacred oracle (optional, extra cost). Walk through the favela to see the urban and cultural development that originated from maroon community, a historical haven for African slaves practicing the Candomblé religion. Round-trip transportation from Salvador hotels is included.

Do you know what happens when the river and the sea meet in Ceará? Natural pools are formed and an indescribable scenery at Águas Belas Beach! The beautiful beach of the municipality of Cascavel, very close to Fortaleza (60km), is famous for the encounter of the Malcoiled River with the Atlantic Ocean. For those who like tranquility and a beautiful walk with family and friends, this is the right place. There are also a lot of dunes, red cliffs and lost villages here.