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Camaçari is known for its petrochemical pole, Camaçari surprises by the beauty of the beaches of its 42 kilometres of coastline, the second largest on the Bahian coast.
You don’t have to go far to enjoy them: they are about 50 kilometres from Salvador, on the Estrada do Coco and Linha Verde.
Discovered in the 70s and 80s by groups of hippies and adventurers looking for new places to explore, Camaçari has grown into a large and prosperous city, perfect for living and also for visiting.
It has options for those who want to party, water sports or just tranquillity.
The municipality of Camaçari, in the Metropolitan Region of Salvador, on the north coast, has a lot of history, the Industrial Pole and many lovely beaches.
Camaçari is also home to the largest Ford factory in Brazil.
The beauties of its 42 km of beaches were discovered by hippies in the 1960s.
Access to Camaçari is via the Estrada do Coco, and luxury condominiums have spread throughout the locality and boosted tourism.
The means of accommodation available in Camaçari are inns and rental houses.
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Camaçari is 42 kilometres from Salvador and began as a village around a Jesuit mission.
Today, due to its petrochemical centre of about 60 companies and its planned industrial pole. the first of the country, implanted in 1978.
The municipality has one of the highest per capita incomes in the Northeast.
It is home to important factories linked to the automotive industry, such as Ford, Continental Tyres and Bridgestone Firestone.
Camaçari’s production supplies half of the country’s demand for chemical and petrochemical products.
Hippie Village of Arembepe
The hippie village of Arembepe is the main reference of the region. The beaches around the village have strong waves, but in the flood season you can cool off in the river and lakes.
The craft centre is always bustling. It is the best place for tourists to buy unique handicrafts, find out about prices and places to stay, and choose from one of the restaurants and bars around the hippie craft centre.
By the way, the residents of the hippie village of Arembepe are very welcoming and friendly; many like to chat and introduce the place. Often, you can sit under the shed to listen to live music played in the late afternoon.
By the way, be sure to take a souvenir and help the local community that has tourism as one of the sources of income.
Videos about the Tourist Spots of Camaçari
Camaçari - Guia de Turismo
Praias imperdíveis em Camaçari BA25:49
Arembepe o paraíso é aqui!03:40
Arembepe o paraíso é aqui!03:40
Barra do Jacuípe em Camaçari02:15
Barra do Jacuípe - Guia de Turismo14:44
Praia de Guarajuba em Camaçari04:07
Praia de Jauá em Camaçari01:58
ALDEIA HIPPIE de Arembepe BA25:49
Praia de Itacimirim na Bahia05:24
Beaches of Camaçari
Tourism began to develop in Camaçari in the vicinity of the old fishing colony, where there are natural pools.
Very frequented by young people, it is also a favourite with families with children.
The locality is within an environmental protection area with dunes.
During high tide, watch the waves breaking violently on the beach and causing a cloud of foam known as “bridal veil”.
The seafront promenade is a hotspot for nightlife. In the summer there are parties, capoeira groups and trios elétricos.
1. Arembepe Beach
O povoado ainda conserva o clima hippie que ali se instalou nas décadas de 1960 e 70.
In the Caratingui Village, where artisans and artists are concentrated, there is a rich trade.
Famous names of Brazilian and international music, attracted by the beauty of the place, passed through there, such as the Novos Baianos (Baby Consuelo, Pepeu Gomes, Moraes Moreira, Paulinho Boca de Cantor) Caetano Veloso, Gilberto Gil, Janis Joplin, Mick Jagger.
There are 7 km of beaches; Arembepe and Piruí have natural pools at low tide; Praia das Ondas, as the name suggests, attracts surfers, while Porto is favoured by those who associate the beach with cold beer and snacks.
In Arembepe there is a base of the Tamar Project.
2. Barra do Jacuípe
It is not as popular as Jauá or Guarajuba, nor does it have as many stories as Arembepe, but it has practically untouched nature.
Surrounded by dunes and coconut trees, the mouth of the Jacuípe River is a setting of rare beauty and tranquil to enjoy the summer.
The rough sea attracts surfers and water sports enthusiasts, who organise championships every year, but it is dangerous for bathers.
The river is used for canoeing and fishing. Jacuípe has tourist infrastructure, commerce and a craft fair.
3. Guarajuba Beach
The place was graced by nature with beautiful strips of sand flanked by coconut trees.
The village has tree-lined streets, bike paths, shopping centre. bars and restaurants.
4. Itacimirim Beach
Easily accessible, it is as popular as its neighbour Guarajuba.
The presence of condominiums attracts visitors who like to combine comfort with leisure. The number of inns has increased in recent years.
The 1-kilometre beach has natural pools and stretches with big waves that attract surfers.
5. Jauá Beach
It is one of the most popular beaches for young people during the summer, especially at sunset.
The diversity of bars and restaurants on its waterfront make Jauá a good option for those who want to go to the beach without giving up the convenience of having everything close.
It has a wide strip of sand, the sea is calm with transparent waters, presenting some reefs in its extension.
It is a good option for families with children, who can play in the sand and take a delicious swim in the sea.
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