Imbassaí Beach: Discover the Best of Bahia

Published on November 30, 2012 · Updated on April 7, 2025

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Imbassaí Beach, located on the Costa dos Coqueiros, has recently been reopened to tourism with the opening of the Linha Verde (BA-099), a motorway, which links Salvador to Aracaju (SE) and passes through destinations such as Praia do Forte, Arembepe and Imbassaí.

Imbassaí is a natural paradise, with around 6 kilometres of beach and 6 kilometres of river running parallel to the sea, surrounded by high dunes and coconut trees.

Praia de Imbassaí na Bahia — Imbassaí beach in Bahia

Located in the municipality of Mata de São João, the village is only 65 kilometres from Salvador and 14 kilometres from Praia do Forte, making it an accessible and charming destination.

Access to the beach depends on where you are staying. You can get to the sea

By raft, crossing the river;
By bicycle, along the fishing village path;
On foot, across the dunes;
Or by golf cart, offered by some resorts, on a suspended wooden path through the forest.

The name Imbassaí comes from the Tupi-Guarani language and means“path of the river”, referring to the Imbassaí River that runs parallel to the dunes before emptying into the sea. Its fresh waters form small cascades and rapids, creating a perfect setting for relaxation.

mapa de Imbassaí — Map of Imbassaí in Bahia

See the map of Costa dos Coqueiros

Videos about Imbassaí in Bahia

Praia de Imbassaí na Bahia06:23

IMBASSAI NA BAHIA - CONHEÇA A SUA HISTÓRIA06:19

Praia de Imbassaí - Drone

Imbassaí - Drone e Guia Turístico02:41

Points of interest in Imbassaí

What to do in Imbassaí

Visitors can choose to bathe in the sea or river, or simply relax on a sun lounger, on the sand or in the dunes.

For the more adventurous, there are options such as

Cycle along the coastal cycle path;
Visit the Klaus Peters Park;
Swim at the Dona Zilda Waterfall, near Praia do Forte;
Diving in the Jauara Lagoon;
And even swimming in the natural pools of Praia de Santo Antônio.

Eco-tours also include buggy or van rides to neighbouring beaches such as Praia do Forte and Costa do Sauípe.

Infrastructure and nature

The beach is surrounded by coconut trees, rivers and dunes, ideal for sports such as rafting, canoeing and fishing. Access to the beach is restricted to pedestrians, which contributes to the preservation and tranquillity of the area.

The stalls are located on the strip of sand between the sea and the river, offering cold drinks, fried fish snacks, seafood and the traditional acarajé, served on trays by Bahian women.

At low tide, the reefs form natural pools of warm, crystal-clear water, ideal for family swimming.

Vista de drone de banhistas na praia de Imbassaí junto a foz do rio Imbassaí - Costa dos Coqueiros — Drone view of bathers at Imbassaí beach near the mouth of the Imbassaí River – Costa dos Coqueiros

Grand Palladium Imbassaí Resort & Spa

With the arrival of international investment, the town has gained prominence with the appearance of the Grand Palladium Imbassaí Resort & Spa, an all inclusive resort located in the Imbassaí Reserve. Surrounded by native forest, coconut and cashew trees, the resort offers

654 junior suites with hydromassage, LCD TV, king-size bed or twin beds;
10 bars and 5 restaurants;
Spa with swimming pools and jacuzzis;
Convention Centre and full leisure facilities.

It is a 15 minute walk from the resort to where the river meets the sea.

Ecotourism on the rise

The region is part of a Green Line Conservation Unit. Since the construction of the motorway, Imbassaí has received tourist infrastructure, with hotels, bars and restaurants spread over an area of 3 km². This has boosted ecological and adventure tourism, making Imbassaí one of the most enchanting destinations on the northern coast of Bahia.

Written by Willy Sievert

Editor of Bahia.ws since its founding in 2009. Based in Salvador, he travels frequently across the Northeast and all of Brazil to keep the guides up to date. Learn more about Willy Sievert →