The Cocoa Coast, located in the south of Bahia, is a region famous for its beautiful beaches, rich history and, of course, cocoa production.
The Cocoa Coast is a region that combines exuberant natural beauty with a rich cultural and historical heritage, providing a complete experience for visitors.
Serra Grande is a charming district in the municipality of Uruçuca, on the Cocoa Coast, just 43 kilometres from Ilhéus and 30 kilometres from Itacaré, two of Bahia’s iconic tourist destinations. The village of Serra Grande is known for its tranquillity and natural beauty, situated on the BA-001 park road, […]
The municipality of Una, in Bahia, is a paradise of unspoilt beaches, preserved Atlantic Forest and luxury resorts, ideal for relaxing and connecting with nature. Imagine long stretches of white sand framed by dense coconut groves and a crystal-clear blue sea, with colourful cliffs that reflect vivid hues in the […]
Itacaré, in the south of Bahia on the Cocoa Coast, stands out for its small beaches and charming coves, surrounded by hills covered in coconut trees and the lush Atlantic Forest. With its rivers, waterfalls, mangroves and vast virgin forest, the area is perfect for hiking and adventure sports such […]
Itacaré’s history began as a village of Pataxós Indians, transformed into a Jesuit settlement in the 18th century. It was an important port in the cocoa cycle and in smuggling, preserving its rich historical past to this day. Itacaré, in the south of Bahia, is an ideal destination for those […]
On the Rio de Contas in Itacaré, small sandy beaches are formed, as well as riverbanks and islands that allow you to enjoy a rich mangrove forest. The Rio de Contas is a separate chapter in the life of Itacaré. It rises at an altitude of 1,500 metres in the […]
Comandatuba Island, located in the municipality of Una, in the south of Bahia, is a true natural paradise that combines stunning landscapes with varied activities for all tastes. Most of the attractions are associated with the Hotel Transamérica Ilha de Comandatuba, the main resort in the region, known for offering […]
Lagoa Encantada, located in Ilhéus in the southern region of Bahia, is a large water mirror covering 15 square kilometres. In this natural paradise, there are floating islands that move with the wind, as well as waterfalls formed at the mouths of the Apepique and Caldeiras rivers, and four caves […]
Famous for its beautiful beaches, Bahia is betting on a new tourist craze: the exploitation of cocoa farm tourism in the southern region. Brazil, which was once the second largest producer of cocoa in the world, has returned to exporting. The cocoa farms of Ilhéus and the region offer guided […]
Ilhéus, located in the south of Bahia, is recognised worldwide thanks to the works of Jorge Amado, such as Terras do Sem Fim, Cacau, São Jorge de Ilhéus and Gabriela, Cravo e Canela. Rich in history and stunning landscapes, the city is an enchanting destination that attracts visitors from all […]
Canavieiras has a long and beautiful coastline, full of beautiful beaches, rivers, mangroves, coconut groves and small islands full of Atlantic Forest. Getting to know the town and strolling around the Historic Site, with its beautiful 18th and 19th century mansions, handicrafts, many restaurants and, at weekends, a variety of […]
When the first Spanish colonisers arrived in America, cocoa was already cultivated by the Indians, especially the Aztecs in Mexico and the Mayans in Central America. According to historians, the cacao tree, called cacahualt, was considered sacred. In Mexico, the Aztecs believed that it had a divine origin and that […]
The sloth, an animal with a sweet expression and gentle gestures, has an exclusive research centre in Ilhéus (BA). The 43-hectare reserve currently cares for 16 of the common species and 18 of the collared species. The differences between the two lie in the colour of their fur and the […]
The purpose of the Chocolate Paths and Road on the Cocoa Coast is to revive the culture of cocoa cultivation, which has marked the region’s history for decades. The route covers the entire Cocoa Coast in Bahia, passing through four cities: Ilhéus, Itacaré, Uruçuca and Canavieiras. The Chocolate Road, which […]
The Cocoa Coast is a region of extraordinary scenic beauty that still preserves unspoilt natural landscapes. True ecological paradises make up this destination, always marked by the exuberant presence of the Atlantic Rainforest, considered by the world scientific community to be one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on the planet. […]
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