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Set sail from Salvador for an eight‑hour schooner cruise through Baía de Todos os Santos. Visit Ilha dos Frades for snorkeling in clear water and relax on Itaparica with an optional lunch of Bahian specialties.
Set sail from Salvador for an eight‑hour schooner cruise through Baía de Todos os Santos. Visit Ilha dos Frades for snorkeling in clear water and relax on Itaparica with an optional lunch of Bahian specialties.
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Operated by Tangol · Salvador, Bahia
The schooner slips away from Salvador’s harbor with the city’s red-tiled roofs and the squat silhouette of Forte de São Marcelo shrinking behind you. Salt air threads through the rigging, the deck hums with easy conversation, and the bay ahead widens into a palette of turquoise and emerald. On a clear morning the water is translucent enough to read the shapes of reefs and schools of fish; on the horizon, two islands—Ilha dos Frades and Itaparica—announce themselves as stops for swimming, snorkeling and a slow Bahian afternoon.
easy.
8 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short swims and boarding steps.
Lunch is optional—there’s a scheduled stop on Itaparica where you can buy Bahian dishes from local vendors; bring cash for purchases.
Basic swimming ability is recommended for snorkeling or beach swims, though shallow water areas are suitable for non‑swimmers with a flotation aid.
Some operators rent snorkel gear onboard; towels may not be provided—check reconfirmation details and bring your own for best comfort.
The tour’s cancellation policy allows full refunds if canceled 24 hours in advance; operators may alter the itinerary for safety if conditions deteriorate.
Yes—children are permitted but must be accompanied by an adult; life jackets are typically available for younger guests.
Shared tours can host up to about 20 passengers, offering a social atmosphere without being overcrowded.
Baía de Todos os Santos was a strategic colonial harbor for Portuguese Brazil; forts and church landmarks around Salvador reflect its role in trade and defense.
Operators encourage reef‑safe products and discourage stepping on coral; supporting local vendors and following leave‑no‑trace rules helps the islands remain viable for future visitors.
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