Praia do Forte is becoming an increasingly popular eco-resort town in the state of Bahia. It is about an hour and a half drive from Salvador and easy to get to by bus or car. Praia do Forte is now the headquarters of the extensive national turtle conservation project, TAMAR Project, with national and international prestige, credibility and recognition. In the state of Bahia, the largest number of spawnings of the Hawksbill Turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata), considered to be one of the most threatened with extinction all over the world. Praia do Forte received its name from the Fortress built by the Captain Garcia D’avila Castle, who obtained an enormous chunk of land from the Portuguese crown in order to stimulate colonization of the Portuguese colony. It is one of the biggest fortifications built in Latin America.
While Rio is Brazil’s epicenter of style, Salvador do Bahia is the country’s soul. Pousada Sao Francisco de Assis is situated right across from the history center Pelourinho famous for its spectacular sunsets. Not to mention Carnival which starts right at our door step.With accommodations available year round this makes it the ideal place to stay while in Bahia.
Soon it may turn into another Canoa Quebrada, but its stunning beaches, clear water, and traquil (as yet) fishing village still make Morro de Sao Paulo a deserving destination. The village consists of but a single street. For the people who love the sea very much, you cannot miss a visit to the MORRO de SAO PAULO (2 hours by catamarano from Salvador), crystal waters, forests, infinite coconut palms, and beach parties during the night.
This Brazilian beach is tucked away on the Tinhare Island, an hour and a half off the coast of Salvador, Bahia - home to spectacular beaches in its own right. Morro de Sao Paulo consists of not one, but four beaches, each with its own personality. And the most fun part about Morro de Sao Paulo beach is the famous zip line that takes you from one of the morros or hills, right down to the beach!
