Frades Island (Ilha dos Frades) Tours and Tickets

Q: What’s the best way to experience Frades Island?

There are plenty of ways to experience Frades Island. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:<ul><li><a href="/tours/Salvador-da-Bahia/Schooner-Trip-Only-Ilha-dos-Frades-Leaving-Salvador/d818-193004P7" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Schooner Trip Only Ilha dos Frades, Leaving Salvador-Bahia</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Salvador-da-Bahia/Schooner-tour-FRADES-ISLANDS-AND-ITAPARICA/d818-193004P2" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Tour to the Frades Islands and Itaparica, from Salvador - Ba</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Salvador-da-Bahia/Schooner-Tour-to-the-Frade-and-Itaparica-Islands-Nautical-Center/d818-121745P1" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Full-Day Tour to Frades Islands + Itaparica</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Salvador-da-Bahia/WONDERLANDS/d818-169357P3" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Ilhas Maravilhas Frades and Itaparica Full Day Tour, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil</a></li></ul>

Q: How much does it cost to visit Frades Island in 2026?

There is a visitor fee of 25 reais to visit Frades Island, which is used to aid in island conservation. As the island is only accessible by boat, you'll likely visit as part of a guided tour. Boat cruises start at US$25, not including the island fee.

Q: What is the best way to get to Frades Island from Salvador?

The only way to reach Frades Island is by boat, and it’s a 45-minute to 1-hour cruise across the Bay of All Saints. Boats depart from the Nautical Terminal in Salvador, and you can also join an island-hopping boat tour or charter a private speedboat.

Q: What activities can I do on Frades Island?

Frades Island is best known for its beautiful sandy beaches and calm, clear waters, so the most popular activities are swimming, snorkeling, and water sports, including kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding. You can also go hiking in the rainforest or climb up to the hilltop Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

Q: Are there restaurants or food options available on Frades Island?

Yes, there are several beachfront restaurants on Frades Island, serving fresh seafood and traditional Bahian dishes. Most of the island’s restaurants are found by the port on the south coast or at Praia do Torto beach on the northeast coast. However, they can be expensive compared to the mainland.

Q: Can I stay overnight on Frades Island?

Yes. Frades Island is primarily a day-trip destination, with limited accommodation options available. If you're like most travelers, you'll travel from Salvador by boat and return in the evening. However, there are a few pousadas (bed and breakfasts) on the island where you can spend the night.

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Schooner Trip Only Ilha dos Frades, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.

Most schooner (two-masted ship) trips from Salvador split the day across multiple islands, leaving limited time on each. For an in-depth visit, this trip focuses on a single island—Ilha dos Frades in the Bay of All Saints—giving you plenty of free time on the beach to swim, climb to a 17th-century chapel, or enjoy views of the bay from the sand, with the return sail timed for sunset across the water.

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Schooner Trip Only Ilha dos Frades, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.

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Tour to the Frades Islands and Itaparica, from Salvador - Ba

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Sail off Salvador's coast on an 8-hour schooner cruise across All Saints Bay. Visit Ilha dos Frades and enjoy free time to swim, relax, and explore the island's scenic spots. Then continue to Itaparica, Brazil's largest island, where you can enjoy leisure time and local cuisine (lunch not included). This tour offers a relaxing way to experience the bay's natural beauty and culture with a group guide on board.

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Itaparica & Ilha dos Frades Tropical Islands Full Day Boat trip

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Sun, Sea and Magic, the charms of Frades Island and Itaparica Prepare for an unforgettable experience with the Frades Island and Itaparica tour! Starting from the hotels of Salvador, our tour begins with an exciting cruise through the Bay of All Saints to the Port of the City, where the adventure at sea comes to life. Frades Island: The first island in the Northeast to receive the international Blue Flag seal. Itaparica Island: The largest island in All Saints Bay. In Itaparica, you will be able to know the island’s rich cultural and historical heritage. On this exclusive tour, you’ll discover stunning landscapes in the Frades Islands and Itaparica, with stops on crystal clear water beaches and preserved nature. Personalize your experience with optional activities available on site and immerse yourself in a little bit of Bavarian culture with music, stories and the authentic energy of the region “The best investment is the experiences that stay forever in the heart.”

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Tour to Frades Island and Itaparica - Departure from Salvador

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Leave the busy streets of Salvador behind for the day and embark on an 8-hour boat tour through All Saints Bay. Skip the stress of rushing to a meeting point and relax in round-trip transportation from your hotel. Your scenic journey along the coast includes stops at the islands of Paradise of Friars and Itaparica. You have the chance to experience the local flora and fauna and purchase food and snacks at both locations.

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Tropical Island Boat Trip to Itaparica and Frades

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Visiting Frades Island and Itaparica Island in the Bay of All Saints independently from Salvador means coordinating ferry schedules and separate island boat connections—manageable but time-consuming for a one-day visit to two islands. This day-trip package links both islands in a single booking with transfers from Salvador, swimming stops in the bay, and the inter-island transport arranged.

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Ilhas Maravilhas Frades and Itaparica Full Day Tour, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil

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Schooner Tour to Ilha dos Frades and Itaparica from Salvador

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Schooner ride through the paradises of calm and translucent sea, perfect for diving and beautiful landscapes. Points to highlight: schooner ride through the Frades and Itaparica islands, stop to enjoy the beach and time to lunch (optional) Boarding in a schooner equipped with sound service, bar and a guide. The tour will take place in Baía de Todos os Santos, the largest bay in Brazil, where we will stop in two islands - Frades and Itaparica respectively. On the way to the Frade´s Island we will have a partial view of the Fort of São Marcelo, the upper and lower cities, and the peninsula of Itapagipe (where the famous Bonfim church is located). Arriving at the island of Frades we will have time to enjoy nature and a refreshing swim in the crystal clear waters. Continuing to the island of Itaparica, we will stop at the beach with warm, shallow water, where we will have time to bathe in the sea and taste the typical Bahian cuisine at an optional lunch. Return to the hotel.

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Tropical Islands Schooner Ride

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Checkinn 07:30 Paseo departs from the Náutico Tourist Terminal , with departure 08:00 ret : 17:20 , for boarding in escuna equipped with bar services and accompanying Guide; We will have a partial view of the city (high city highlight) and the Fort of São Marcelo, Porto da Península de Itapagipe with Church do Bonfim. We have 6 reasons for your best leisure : 1 – Qualified guides with mastery in English, Spanish, French, Italian and German; 2 – We take our passengers to the best restaurant in Ponta de Areia, with plenty of space and leisure area; 3 – padded seats, providing greater comfort to passengers; 4 – standardized samba set; 5 – Excellent bar service on board; 6 – The second stop offers a beach suitable for bathing. OBS : The Nautical Terminal will charge an embarkation fee of R$20.00e To enter the Island of Frades, a preservation fee is charged R$35.00 Tables and board charges on the beaches, probably individuals will charge.

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Full Day Tour to Frades Islands + Itaparica

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Tourism and Transfer Salvador and Morro de São Paulo

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What are people saying about Frades Island (Ilha dos Frades)

Schooner Trip Only Ilha dos Frades, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.

Nathalia_T, Apr 2026

The tour guide was...

The tour guide was helpful. There was limited English but the Spanish was good enough to follow along. The food/restaurant for lunch was amazing. A few hiccups because of the weather but staff on the boat kept us entertained and calm for the ride back. Thank you

Tour to the Frades Islands and Itaparica, from Salvador - Ba

Ana_C, Feb 2026

Island tour in Salvador

We enjoyed the boat tour. The crew was welcoming and professional, and the experience overall was smooth and relaxing. The scenery was beautiful, and there was plenty of time to take in the views. While everything was well organized, there were a few small areas that could be improved, but nothing that took away from the enjoyment of the trip. Overall, a very positive experience and worth doing.

Tour to the Frades Islands and Itaparica, from Salvador - Ba

Anna_S, Feb 2026

Good. But know: you pay for everything else here. Have money for everything. Good. But know: you pay for everything else here. Have money for everything.

Full Day Tour to Frades Islands + Itaparica

aline_p, Dec 2024

Good experience on boat to visit 2 islands near Salvador de Bahia

Nice day on the boat. Islands was beautiful (Frades with the Church white & blue) , and sea very warm. The restaurant on Itaparica was good. Just we finded the music too high