Northeast Coast
Sun-drenched coastline from Bahia to Ceara with Afro-Brazilian culture, colonial architecture, and some of the finest beaches on Earth
Quick Stats
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Salvador
The beating heart of Afro-Brazilian culture, capoeira, and Bahian cuisine
Recife
The Venice of Brazil with vibrant reefs, frevo music, and the best street carnival outside Rio
Fortaleza
Endless dune-backed coastline, kite surfing mecca, and forró under the stars
Jericoacoara
A sand-street village hidden behind towering dunes on the windswept coast
emoji_events Bounties in Northeast Coast
Wander the Cobblestones of Pelourinho
Explore the UNESCO-listed colonial center where pastel facades hide Afro-Brazilian history at every turn.
Taste Acaraje from a Bahiana on the Street
Bite into the crispy black-eyed pea fritter that is Salvador's most beloved street food.
Watch a Capoeira Roda at the Forte da Barra
Witness the martial art disguised as dance at the lighthouse where the All Saints Bay meets the Atlantic.
Dance Frevo at Carnival in Olinda
Join the chaotic street carnival of Olinda where giant puppets and frevo dancers own the cobblestones.
Watch Sunset from the Dune of Jericoacoara
Join the nightly pilgrimage to the top of a massive sand dune for one of Brazil's most famous sunsets.
Drum with a Bloco Afro Rehearsal in Pelourinho
Join the thunderous percussion rehearsal of Olodum or another Afro-Brazilian drum corps.
Ride the Lacerda Elevator Between Upper and Lower City
Take the iconic 72-meter Art Deco elevator connecting Salvador's two halves for panoramic bay views.
Kitesurf the Legendary Winds of Cumbuco
Harness the relentless trade winds at one of the world's top kitesurfing destinations.
Explore the Pedra Furada Sea Arch
Hike along the wild coastline to the iconic natural rock arch framing the Atlantic horizon.
Explore the Reefs and Canals of Venice Brasileira
Wander through the island-dotted city connected by bridges where ocean reefs form natural pools.
Windsurf the Turquoise Lagoons
Ride the trade winds across shallow freshwater lagoons nestled between towering white sand dunes.
Feast on Grilled Lobster at Praia do Futuro
Eat freshly caught lobster and drink coconut water at the massive beach barracas.
Eat Fresh Seafood on Hammocks Over the Lagoon
Lounge in hammocks suspended over crystal-clear water while feasting on grilled fish and cold beer.
Ride a Buggy Along the Dune Coast to Canoa Quebrada
Bounce along endless white sand dunes and palm-fringed beaches on a thrilling buggy adventure.
Eat Bolo de Rolo at a Traditional Confeitaria
Savor the paper-thin rolled cake that is Pernambuco's most prized sweet tradition.
Visit the Colorful Stalls of Mercado Central
Browse four floors of Ceara's largest market overflowing with hammocks, cashews, leather goods, and local crafts.