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Landscapes, culture and tours to discover Costa dos Coqueiros.
In the photo: Praia de Imbassaí, in Mata de São João, on the Costa dos Coqueiros
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Get to know the place
Mata de São João brings together Praia do Forte, Imbassaí and historic heritage on the Costa dos Coqueiros. The village and the beach allow walks on foot, Castelo Garcia d’Ávila adds a cultural visit and the meeting of the river and the sea shapes the landscape of Imbassaí. Choose your base according to your tours.
Plan your stay starting from the area where you intend to concentrate your outings. Choosing the base helps reduce travel time and gives you more time to observe the scenery and get to know places at a relaxed pace. Allow rest periods between visits and adapt the itinerary to the group's rhythm.
Before you go, confirm access conditions to attractions and return transportation. In natural areas, respect signage and local guidance; in historic complexes, take into account the everyday use of spaces and the opening hours/programming of the places you want to visit.
This destination brings together 1 city: Mata de São João.
One destination, many paths
Start with one city or combine several in your itinerary.
✈ Aeroporto Internacional de Salvador (SSA), in Salvador
Salvador is a common arrival point by airport and via the Nova Rodoviária da Bahia. The route to the Mata de São João coast continues by road along the BA-099. Check whether transport serves Praia do Forte, Imbassaí or the municipal seat, as they are distinct areas.
The local experience
Praia do Forte is a coastal locality of Mata de São João with a village, beach and reefs. The presence of shops and restaurants makes it easy to combine a walk through the village with a seaside stroll.
Imbassaí combines beach and river in one of the landscapes of the Mata de São João coast. The outing allows you to observe the relationship between the sand strip, the fresh water and the sea, with attention to currents and the day's conditions.
The Castelo Garcia d’Ávila is a historic complex in the region of Praia do Forte, in Mata de São João. The ruins and the cultural visit present part of the history of the occupation of the Bahian coast.
Discover Castelo Garcia d’Ávila
The Igreja de São Francisco de Assis is located in the village of Praia do Forte, close to the sea. Its white façade and position by the waterfront are part of the scenery on a walk through the village.
Discover Igreja de São Francisco de Assis
The Visitor Center of the Fundação Projeto Tamar in Praia do Forte showcases marine turtle conservation through tanks, aquariums and educational spaces. It is located around the farol Garcia d'Ávila, next to the village, in Mata de São João.
Discover Centro de Visitantes da Fundação Projeto Tamar – Praia do Forte
Before you go
A little planning leaves more time to enjoy the journey.
Choose dates according to the activities you plan to do. Check the forecast before outdoor activities; weekdays outside holidays help organize a more relaxed itinerary.
We suggest at least three days to explore a base without rushing the outings. If you want to include distant towns or different islands, add time for crossings and travel.
Choose accommodation in the area where you will concentrate your outings. Mata de São João is a reference for this itinerary. Before booking, check the actual location, access to the places you want to visit and the available transport options.
Take your trash with you, follow the signs and support local businesses. In natural areas, follow the visiting guidelines.
Get your questions answered
Prioritize the area where you plan to concentrate the outings and confirm transport between your accommodation and the attractions.
As a suggestion, allow three days for a base. Include additional days when there are long transfers or crossings.
Check the forecast and local conditions. Take breaks, bring water and respect access guidelines.
Yes. Group outings by area, leave free time between visits and choose accommodation according to this itinerary.
