From Rio de Janeiro: 5-Day Bahia and Abrolhos Islands Tour
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Embark on a 5-day tour from Rio de Janeiro to the South of Bahia and the Abrolhos Islands. Visit the largest Buda statue in the West, explore coral reefs, and marvel at the rich marine biodiversity.
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Highlights
- Discover the South of Bahia and the wonderful Abrolhos Islands on a 5-day tour
- Visit the largest Buda statue in the Western world
- Enjoy a typical Bahian dinner with drinks made from exotic fruits
- Explore the coral reefs and natural pools of the Parcel das Paredes on a boat
- Marvel at the rich marine biodiversity and stunning coral reefs of the Abrolhos
Description
Embark on a 5-day adventure from Rio de Janeiro to the south of Bahia. Discover the Abrolhos, Parcel das Paredes, Falésias de Prado, the largest Buddha in the West, and more. Enjoy local cuisine, music, nightlife, culture, museums, history, and unique Brazilian wildlife.
Start your journey with a 13-hour drive from Rio de Janeiro to Caravelas in the south of Bahia. Stop in Espírito Santo to see the largest Buddha statue in the West.
On arrival, enjoy a typical Bahian dinner with drinks made from exotic fruits. The next day, after breakfast, set off to discover the wonderful Parcel das Paredes. A complex of coral reefs with hundreds of natural pools with crystal-clear waters in shades of blue and green.
Enjoy a variety of sandbanks that form paradisiacal beaches at low tide. Ideal for snorkeling. The boat trip includes drinks and food. After lunch, visit the Baleia Jubarte Space, with life-size replicas, audiovisual experiences, and other attractions.
In the late afternoon, enjoy a beautiful sunset on the street of the pier in the center of Caravelas. After dinner, enjoy the nightlife in Prado. On the third day, explore the cliffs of Prado and the incredible Cumuruxatiba.
Stop for lunch and rest before heading to Abrolhos. Start your boat trip to the Abrolhos National Marine Park, an archipelago located 36 nautical miles from Caravelas.
Experience the rich marine biodiversity and stunning coral reefs, and spot humpback whales and southern right whales from July to November. Ideal for diving.
On the fifth day, depart at 5:00 AM back to Rio de Janeiro.
Includes
Transportation
Accommodation
Breakfast
Lunch or dinner (depends on the program)
Visit to the largest Buddha statue in the West
Typical Bahian cuisine dinner
Boat trip to Parcel das Paredes
Visit to Espaço Baleia Jubarte
Sunset at Caravelas
Night out in Prado
Visit to the cliffs of Prado and Cumuruxatiba
Overnight boat trip to Abrolhos
Snorkeling and diving opportunities
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