Praia do Forte tour from Salvador: Beaches and Projeto Tamar

Reef pools and sea turtle research in one northern beach day

A full-day tour from Salvador to Praia do Forte, 50 km north, includes round-trip hotel pickup, a bilingual guide, stops at the colonial Forte de Santo Antonio da Barra, the Projeto Tamar sea turtle center, and time to swim in natural pools formed by reefs along the coast. Projeto Tamar entry and lunch are separate purchases. The tour runs 8 hours in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Forte de Santo Antonio da Barrapass by
2. Praia do Forte50m

Visit Praia do Forte from Salvador

• Travel from Salvador to Praia do Forte
• See Forte de Santo Antonio da Barra
• Visit Projeto Tamar headquarters
• Stop for bathing and beach contemplation
• Optional lunch at the beach

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your Salvador hotel and heads north along the coast, passing the Forte de Santo Antonio da Barra on the way. The real draw is Praia do Forte itself: a 12 km stretch of beach where coconut palms line the sand and natural pools sit in the reef breaks offshore. You stop here for swimming, wading in the pools and lunch if you want it. The meal is on you, but the time to find food and sit is built in.

A dedicated stop at Projeto Tamar sits in the middle of the beach day. The organization runs a research and preservation center for sea turtles, and the visit gives you a close look at the animals and the work behind protecting them. Entry is a separate ticket (R$26), so you decide whether to go in or use the time on the beach instead. The guide speaks English, Spanish or Portuguese depending on the group, and stays with you through both stops.

The vehicle is air-conditioned and holds the group together for the full 8 hours. You're back at your hotel by late afternoon, with the day built around the beach and the reef pools rather than a packed itinerary of landmarks.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned vehicle for the full day.
• round-trip hotel pickup from Salvador.
• bilingual guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese.
• stops at Forte de Santo Antonio da Barra, Projeto Tamar and Praia do Forte beach with time for swimming and lunch.

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday to SundayDepartures at 07:00 and 08:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Infant (under 6): free

GroupUp to 50

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 12 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 10.94

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Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcome

Operated by Bahia Top Turismo

Is this one for you?Hotel pickup from Salvador means you don't arrange your own transport to the beach. The tour departs and returns on a fixed schedule, so the full day fits between breakfast and dinner without planning a separate ride.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (6 to 12 years); Infant (under 6): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24h before the start.

How far is Praia do Forte from Salvador, and how long does the drive take?

Praia do Forte sits about 50 km north of Salvador. The tour runs 8 hours total, which includes the drive, the stops and the time on the beach.

What is Projeto Tamar and do I have to visit it?

Projeto Tamar is a sea turtle research and conservation center located in Praia do Forte. The tour includes a stop there, but entry is optional and costs R$26 separately. You can stay on the beach instead if you prefer.

Can I swim and have lunch at Praia do Forte?

Yes. The tour includes a stop for bathing and beach time, and there is time for lunch. Lunch is not included in the tour price, so you buy it at local restaurants or bring your own.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, round-trip pickup from your Salvador hotel is included in the tour.

Are there natural pools at Praia do Forte?

Yes. Reefs run along the coast and form natural pools where you can wade and swim during the beach stop.