The Cocoa Coast, on the southern coast of Bahia, enchants with its combination of paradisiacal beaches, preserved Atlantic rainforest and the tradition of cacao cultivation. Immortalised in the works of Jorge Amado, the region offers culture, history and nature in harmony.
In Ilhéus, the Historic Centre is home to attractions such as the Jorge Amado House, the Vesúvio Bar and the São Sebastião Cathedral. Cocoa farms open to visitors and beaches such as Praia dos Milionários add to the city’s charm.
Itacaré is the destination for those looking for adventure and contact with nature. Its beaches, such as Jeribucaçu and Itacarezinho, along with its trails and waterfalls, make it a paradise for ecotourism and surfing.
In Serra Grande, a district of Uruçuca, visitors will find private beaches and unspoilt nature, such as Praia do Pé de Serra, ideal for those seeking peace and quiet and unspoilt landscapes.
Canavieiras combines a historic colonial centre with rich nature, mangroves, islands and sport fishing, making it one of the most charming destinations on the coast.
Serra Grande: A natural paradise on the Cocoa Coast Serra Grande is a charming district in the municipality of Uruçuca, on the Cocoa Coast, just 43 kilometres from Ilhéus and 30 kilometres from Itacaré, two of Bahia’s iconic tourist destinations. Known for its quietness and natural beauty, the town stands […]
The municipality of Una in Bahia is a paradise of unspoilt beaches, preserved Atlantic Forest and luxury resorts, ideal for relaxing and reconnecting with nature. Imagine long stretches of white sand framed by dense coconut groves and a crystal blue sea, with colourful cliffs reflecting vibrant hues in the sunlight. […]
Itacaré: A paradise on the cacao coast Itacaré, located in the south of Bahia, on the Cocoa Coast, stands out for its small beaches and charming coves, surrounded by coconut tree covered hills and the lush Atlantic Forest. Natural Attractions With rivers, waterfalls, mangroves and vast primeval forest, The place […]
Itacaré’s history began as a village of Pataxós Indians, which became a Jesuit settlement in the 18th century. It was an important port in the cocoa cycle and in smuggling, preserving its rich historical past to this day. Itacaré, in the south of Bahia, is an ideal destination for those […]
On the Rio de Contas, in Itacaré, Bahia, there are small sandy beaches, riverbanks and islands that allow you to enjoy a rich mangrove forest. The Rio de Contas is a separate chapter in the life of Itacaré. It rises at an altitude of 1,500 metres in the majestic Serra […]
Comandatuba Island, located in the municipality of Una, in the south of Bahia, is a true natural paradise that combines breathtaking landscapes with a wide range of activities for all tastes. Most of the attractions are associated with Transamérica Comandatuba, the region’s main resort, known for offering an exclusive experience, […]
Lagoa Encantada, located in Ilhéus in the southern region of Bahia, is a large mirror of water covering 15 square kilometres. In this natural paradise, there are floating islands that move with the wind, waterfalls that form at the mouths of the Apepique and Caldeiras rivers, and four caves in […]
Cocoa Farms: Discover Bahia’s cultural and tourist riches Famous for its beautiful beaches, Bahia is betting on a new tourist craze: the exploitation of cocoa farm tourism in the southern region. The cocoa renaissance Once the second largest cocoa producer in the world, Brazil is once again exporting. The cocoa […]
Ilhéus: Culture, History and Natural Beauty in the South of Bahia Ilhéus, in the south of Bahia, is world famous for the works of Jorge Amado, such as Terras do Sem Fim, Cacau, São Jorge de Ilhéus and Gabriela, Cravo e Canela. Rich in history and breathtaking scenery, the city […]
Discover Canavieiras: A natural paradise on the south coast of Bahia Canavieiras has a long and beautiful coastline, full of beautiful beaches, rivers, mangroves, coconut trees and small islands full of Atlantic Forest. History and local culture Getting to know the town and strolling around the Historic Site, with its […]
When the first Spanish colonists arrived in the Americas, cacao was already being cultivated by the Indians, especially the Aztecs in Mexico and the Mayans in Central America. According to historians, the cacao tree, called cacahualt, was considered sacred. In Mexico, the Aztecs believed it to be of divine origin […]
The sloth, an animal with a sweet expression and gentle gestures, has an exclusive research centre in Ilhéus (BA). In the reserve, which covers 43 hectares, there are currently 16 animals of the common species and 18 of the collared species. The differences between the two are in the colour […]
The purpose of the Cocoa Trails and Road on the Cocoa Coast is to revive the cocoa culture that has marked the region’s history for decades. The route covers the entire Cocoa Coast in Bahia, passing through four cities: Ilhéus, Itacaré, Uruçuca and Canavieiras. The Chocolate Road, which runs from […]
The Cocoa Coast is a region of exceptional scenic beauty that still preserves unspoilt natural landscapes. True ecological paradises make up this destination, always marked by the lush presence of the Atlantic Rainforest, considered by the world scientific community to be one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on the planet. […]
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