Visit Arraial d'Ajuda, in Porto Seguro, all year round! Come to Bahia!
Jeff Rasley
"YOU HAVE TO LOSE YOURSELF BEFORE YOU FIND YOURSELF."
TOURS: ATTRACTIONS FOR ALL AGES!
Ecopark Water Park
For all the family, it's an excellent tour! It's a water park with lots of water slides for all ages, lazy river, slides, wave pool. Good and varied food options in several kiosks distributed throughout the park. Located by the sea, very wooded and with excellent infrastructure. IT'S a complex of leisure and fun with total security, which delights everyone! Tickets can be purchased online in advance. If you prefer, buy it on time, at the concierge.
See the complete schedule (high and low season) from the site www.arraialecoparque.com.br
Quadritur Quadricycle Tour
Tours can also be hired at hotels or inns or by calling (73) 999917277, 999425800, 999045800 or 981170600. Three tours are offered, which comprise an Ecological Tour (lasting 2h30 on trails through closed forest, stopping at a farm; Taípe (Mangabeiras trail with a duration of 3 hours and departures every day in the morning and afternoon) and Trancoso (Itaquena Beach, with 6 hours duration, stop for lunch (optional), sea bath and departures by appointment). The machines serve with pilot and ride. All tours are not to be missed because the landscapes presented, whether on trails, farms or beaches, are truly paradisiacal. Rain or shine, they have tours every day. Access : www.quadriturpasseios.com.br
Butterfly Magic Wings
Spectacular tour for those who love nature, especially butterflies. Take a tour of the greenhouses. On this tour, you will be introduced to the wonderful world of butterflies in our region, visiting 03 greenhouses, each of which reproduces an environment. It is a multitude of butterflies flying freely in their natural behavior. The 03 greenhouses together represent a flight area of 900m², thus being considered one of the largest butterflies in Brazil. You will have the opportunity to admire several species of birds that come to feed on the flowers and drinkers of the place. In the laboratory, you will be able to see the different stages of its development: the egg, the caterpillar and the cocoon. It also has an ecological trail, coffee bar and playground.
Asas Mágicas Farm, Br 367, Km 57, Discovery Coast, Southern Bahia. Email: info@asasmagicas.com.br | Information by tel.: (73) 9 9817 5910 and (73) 9 9817 6287
island of aquariums
Ilha dos Aquários, located between Porto Seguro and Arraial d`Ajuda, is composed of a fantastic green area and native, exotic vegetation. (mangrove and restinga). Palm trees, coconut trees and bromeliads, enhanced by scenic lighting. Between trails and labyrinths, on Fridays, starting at 6 pm, they offer an experience with an atmosphere of mystery and magic. Consult the schedule.
It is considered a center for leisure and entertainment, greater contact with nature, good music, access to local gastronomy and integration with a range of ecological activities: Museum of the sea, theater, large aquariums and much more... a new experience.
Information by phone (73) 3268-2828
Mucuge Street
considered the Most charming street in Brazil, it is one of the most welcoming spots in Arraial d'Ajuda and in the world. Refined cuisine for all tastes, live music at various points, pubs and lots of beautiful people, walking up and down the street. Here, you will find numerous stores with different styles, the best restaurants, ice cream shops and bars for all tastes and ages.
In summer and high season, due to the excess of visitors, the street is closed to vehicles.
Also noteworthy are Beco das Cores and Praça Caminho do Mar, with several bars, restaurants and live music. (see schedule)
Capoeira with Mestre Raílson
Railson brought capoeira to Arraial, learning and teaching in improvised places, sheds, backyards, on the beach. Thus, in Arraial d'Ajuda, the pillar of what today comprises the current Capoeira Sul da Bahia Cultural Space was born.
Grupo Capoeira Sul da Bahia is headquartered in Arraial d'Ajuda, Porto Seguro, BA, and branches spread throughout Brazil and abroad. Both at the headquarters and in the branches, Mestre Raílson, together with the teachers and instructors from each location, annually hold their baptisms and courses, bringing together teachers, teachers and instructors for the great celebration of the baptism and the exchange of twine.
It is possible to see the presentations in Praça da Igreja, in the center of Arraial or on Broduei Street.
Humpback Whale Watching
Between July and October, this region of the south coast of Bahia is a guaranteed stopover on the humpback whale route or singing whales. You don't have to go to Abrolhos to see these beautiful mammals. There are agencies and tour operators that leave from Arraial d'Ajuda to take you on this fascinating tour.
The boats are monitored and the show is fascinating!
Our Lady of Ajuda Parish Church
Beginning in 1549 and completed in 1551, this Church was founded by the Jesuits, and is a heritage of our country. The view from the viewpoint, just behind the church, it's really incredible! Breathtaking such beauty! The colored ribbons give an extra joy to the eyes. in the surroundings there are several restaurants and shops to buy souvenirs. Cultural historical heritage, with masses held on various days and times.
Highlight for the weddings performed with all simplicity that further ennobles this religious place.
Paragliding and Kite Surfing
Arraial D'Ajuda is an ideal place for lovers of extreme sports. The paragliding flight on Pitinga beach is sensational. The local pilots are very receptive people and give all the necessary tips for carrying out a safe flight over the cliffs, which makes the flight pleasant and quite safe for everyone.
The northeast wind allows sailing in sailing boats and also kite surfing and wind surfing. Araçaipe beach is one of the most popular for this practice, where you can take classes in this sport with qualified instructors.
Recife Marine Park out
After a 45-minute schooner ride, you will arrive at the Marine Park of Recife de Fora, the third largest center of marine biodiversity in Brazil. Departures depend on low tide and, in the park, it is not only possible to see fish and turtles, but also other animals that live in the region. On the boat, you can rent snorkels for diving. The reef is large, but it is only possible to set foot in the delimited region in order to preserve the rare species found there. With Marine Park status and protected by municipal law, Recife de Fora has become one of the best diving spots in the region.
Visit to the Indigenous Village
In Arraial d'Ajuda, there is the Aldeia Velha indigenous reserve. A true oasis, to enjoy nature and socializing with the captivating Pataxó people. The reception of visitors is warm and makes us feel super comfortable and fully integrated. It covers an area of 2010 hectares, 80% of which are native forest and a mangrove area of about 10 km.
Highlight for the tour to the Pataxó da Jaqueira Reserve, in Porto Seguro. Very easy to get to, it is the only place in Cabrália where we can really get in touch with the Pataxó indigenous culture.
Broduei Street or Broadway
Famous in the past, Broduei is a nice little street that connects Praça São Brás to Nossa Senhora d'Ajuda Church. Considered by many as the first entertainment center in Arraial, it has shops, bars and restaurants, where you can find people from all over the world looking for a souvenir, a good photo, or a drink to relax.
For all this, it has been known as the "corner of the world". Maybe it's not exactly a corner, but the world is sometimes there, we can guarantee it!
Our Lady of Help Fountain
Apparently the lack of water, when mixed with the abundance of imagination, can yield good stories. Legend has it that the community of Arraial, at other times, made prayers and promises to Nossa Senhora d'Ajuda asking for water, which was scarce in those difficult times. And behold, suddenly, as if by a miracle, crystalline water began to flow from the very altar of the Church! Slipping down the hill behind her, she makes her way to the fountain. Nossa Senhora d'Ajuda, attracting many curious people and serving the population. The community, of course, says that water is blessed and that it cures diseases! Well, better than explaining is to stop by to feel the energy and freshen up a little.
São Brás Square or Hippie Square
São Brás Square, also called Praça da Feira Hippie, is the ideal place to buy handicrafts. In the space between the I produced and at Praça da Igreja, it is common to have lambada presentations in periods of greater flow of visitors, in addition to capoeira groups.
The curious note is that there is also an old cemetery, now deactivated, and, right next to it, typical drinks tents of the region, so that tourists can try Bahian flavors such as "capeta" and "nevada".
Historic Square of the Green Valley
Vale Verde is a rural village located on the banks of the Buranhém River, between Arraial d'Ajuda and Trancoso. Its history, of course, is also related to the Portuguese colonization process, and the coming of the Jesuits to Brazil. It was in this place that, during the second half of the 16th century, the Jesuit Mission was founded. Village of Espírito Santo dos Índios, or Patatiba Village. Today, in the center of the village, it is still possible to appreciate the simple beauty of the little church and its Quadrado, surrounded by colorful colonial-inspired houses.
Living Coral Project
An interactive space in the form of a store, on Rua Mucugê, which houses an exhibition of coral species found in Bahia, such as brain corals and fire corals, this attraction has free admission and allows you to discover panels, photographs and videos that show biodiversity marine and reefs in the region. It is also possible to purchase themed souvenirs, funky t-shirts with different prints, and other items.
There is also a space inside the EcoParque with an exhibition of coral species.
Alley of Colors
Entering through Rua Mucugê, it is a very charming place, a place that guarantees a fun day or night, whether alone, as a couple or as a family. It really is as the name says, Beco das Cores.
It is an extension of the various restaurants and shops on the charming Rua Mucugê. Highlight for the pizzeria right at the entrance, with its apparent wood oven that induces visually, in addition to the place that is cozy. The pizza is excellent, thin and crispy crust.