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Costa do Descobrimento

Where Brazil began, in 1500: the far south of Bahia has coconut-palm beaches and reefs, from the lively scene in Porto Seguro to the barefoot charm of Arraial d'Ajuda and Trancoso, with some of the prettiest beaches in the country.

Destinations in the region

3 destinations to explore

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Arraial d'Ajuda

A clifftop village across the river from Porto Seguro

best time: year-round
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Porto Seguro

Where Brazil began

best time: year-round
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Trancoso

A fishing village turned sophisticated destination

best time: year-round
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Most reviewed activities in the most popular destinations

In Arraial d'AjudaShuttle Service: Porto Seguro Airport to Arraial d'Ajuda★ 10 · 3 reviews · from US$ 34In Porto SeguroTrancoso Day Trip★ 8.3 · 42 reviews · from US$ 24
Where to stay

Hotels in Porto Seguro

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Rede Andrade Estrela Dalva Centro Hotel in Porto Seguro 8.5 ★★★ · 37 reviews Rede Andrade Estrela Dalva Centro Hotel See on Booking → Quinta do Sol Praia Hotel in Porto Seguro 8.5 ★★★★ · 7 reviews Quinta do Sol Praia Hotel See on Booking → Pousada do Carlos in Porto Seguro 9.2 ★★★ · 1 review Pousada do Carlos See on Booking → Mar Paraiso Hotel in Porto Seguro 7.7 ★★★★ · 5 reviews Mar Paraiso Hotel See on Booking →
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