Discovery Coast - Brazil

The Discovery Coast is in the south of Bahia, this destination is one of the best place for those who want to relax and rest. and it contains some cities rich in natural attractions: Porto Seguro, Arraial D'Ajuda, Trancoso and Caraíva. Here in this post we will give you all the necessary tips for you to make the best possible trip there! Discover how to get there, when to go, what to do and where to stay on the Discovery Coast!

Have you heard about Costa? This is a region in the south of Bahia considered the starting point of our country's history. If you read a history book, you will see that the Portuguese saw Monte Pascal in Bahia first and shouted “land in sight!”. Soon, we can see the importance and meaning that this place has for Brazil. This amazing place have the best options at bitbook.net, only at BitBook you can get the best prices and on top of that, a amazing cashback!

The region was listed as a World Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1999. It has an unparalleled relevance for our country. Taking a trip there is learning a little more about our own history. In addition to being well known for its history, it is also for its paradisiacal beaches, which legend has it that Pedro Álvares Cabral visited around April 1500.

Caraíva:

Caraíva is a seaside village located in the middle of the spectacular South Coast of Bahia. Very close to Porto Seguro and still little known among tourists, Caraíva has a reputation as a rustic destination. For example, not long ago Caraíva gained electricity. amazed! But rest assured, as the destination remains super comfortable and pleasant to visit. Of course, it is not a 5-star place, but it is a place that enchants everyone who chooses to visit. It is an excellent place to rest, spend time and get in touch with nature and the beaches. Cars are not allowed in Vila de Caraíva, the inns are small and the charm is still the feeling of being in a destination that has stopped in time.

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Trancoso:

Trancoso is still a very peaceful village, discovered by hippies in the 1970s. Inviting due to its preserved natural beauty, it attracts many young people and foreigners every year. It was founded at the beginning of Portuguese colonization by the Jesuits as an indigenous village for catechizing the Indians and, for some time now, it has become a destination for artists and interesting people who enjoy the charm of Trancoso and its incredible beaches.

Mirror Beach:

Praia do Espelho is a beautiful beach with clear, calm water, a large stretch of sand, natural pools, restaurants and a bar on the beach, not to mention the cliffs that surround it, making the landscape unique.

Praia do Espelho is a nickname for Praia do Caruípe, which is located in the homonymous village, which is in the district of Caraíva. The nickname came about due to the effect caused by the reflections of the sun in the natural pools when seen from the sea.

taipe beach

This beach is one of the beauties of Arraial, which unfortunately we could not visit, however, here is our tip for you to include in your itinerary. The water is warm and clear, on one side there is the sea and on the other the river, divided by the strip of sand. There are stalls on the beach, you can spend the day there enjoying the scenery and relaxing.

Just an important detail: The road that leads to Taipe is not well maintained, so the ideal is to be in a 4×4 vehicle. You can rent one or book a tour with a local guide in Arraial.

If you prefer calm, you can walk to the right side of the beach and find a very empty spot on the sand to spread out your yoke. The edge of the Caraíva River is also quite frequented. A lot of people end up choosing to take a river bath instead of a dip in the sea! It's very tasty, you just have to be careful with the current, which is very strong!! After having lunch at the delicious Culinaria Central restaurant, we went to research about the tours to do in Caraíva.

From wherever you are, the ideal is to fly to Porto Seguro and from there take a car to travel along the Discovery Coast.

Doing this whole route by bus is possible, but it is much more laborious if we think that you will have to take several mini bus trips to each place. So, our recommendation is: go by car from Porto Seguro to Caraíva and take the opportunity to visit Praia do Espelho, located in the village. Afterwards, travel to Trancoso to enjoy all the best that the region has to offer and finally, return to Porto Seguro.

To make your trip planning even easier, we are going to give you some accommodation tips for you to choose from. We separate the options according to the cities too, to make it easier to identify. Let's go!

Caraíva

iIn Caraíva we recommend Camping Caraíva, it is very central, by the river and ideal for those who don't give up a certain comfort. B&Bs are also a great option.

Among our recommendations are Pousada Nativa, which has a very beautiful and rustic decor, with spacious rooms, hammocks on the porch, very cozy and super comfortable. There is also the Pousada Casinhas da Bahia, which is very close to the landing site and you won't need to carry a heavy backpack walking through the sand. Of course don't forget to use BITBOOK.NET and get the best prices and also a great cashback!

tTrancoso

In Trancoso, the inn we recommend is Mata N’Ativa. It is very comfortable, we loved our days there and we talk a little more about it here in this post with all the details. Other really cool options are Pousada Calypso and Pousada Pandoro.

Now that you've got all the tips, all you have to do is set up the itinerary, choose the accommodation using BITBOOK.NET, pack your suitcase and throw yourself into the charm of this amazing place.

I have no doubt that you will have unforgettable days. If you have any questions, leave them in the comments and we'll be happy to answer them!

Safe travel and enjoy this amazing place!