For those looking for a destination with beautiful beaches in the middle of the south coast of Bahia, Barra Grande, on the Maraú Peninsula, is undoubtedly an excellent choice.
Barra Grande has incredible attractions for relaxing days by the sea, including the natural pools of Praia de Taipu de Fora, the sunset an unforgettable view of Ponta do Mutá and the almost secret Praia de Algodão.
It is not easy to get to Barra Grande, so the destination is almost never full, but for those looking to discover a little explored and uncrowded paradise, the place is perfect.
There is no shortage of deserted beaches to be happy in Barra Grande, this magical little piece of Bahia awaits you to relax in front of the sea.
Things to do in Barra Grande
Discover all the beaches of Barra Grande and Peninsula de Maraú
Start the route at Taipu de Fora beach, where the natural pools are and the strip of sand is very long, which makes for a good walk.
Visit the beaches of Barra Grande, where Ponta do Mutá beach, Três Coqueiros beach, Bombaça beach and Barra Grande beach are located.
Also get to know the beautiful Algodões beach, which is a little further away, Cassange beach and Saquaíra beach.
Trip between Barra Grande and Taipu de Fora
Two regions that offer infrastructure, Barra Grande is more hectic and Taipu de Fora has a more peaceful climate.
Barra Grande is the tourist center of the Maraú peninsula and therefore has a greater offer of services, accommodation options and restaurants.
Taipu de Fora is like a big beach with a good infrastructure of restaurants and hotels.
But both are worth a visit, it’s worth splitting your stay between the two regions so you don’t waste too much time on the move.
Enjoy the natural pools of Taipu de Fora
In addition to the many beautiful beaches on the Maraú peninsula, the natural pools at Taipu de Fora beach are the most famous attraction in the region.
Most tourists visit this spectacle. The transparent sea, next to the corals, forms delicious portions of water easily accessible by those who are on the beach.
There is no need for a raft or boat to reach the pools, which makes the attraction even more special.
All you need is a snorkel and a mask to be happy and see lots of fish, the natural pools are formed in a short stretch of Taipu de Fora and only at low tide, so make sure you are on the beach at that time.
Take a hike from Taipu de Fora to Ponta do Mutá
There are 6km of practically deserted scenery that separate the two beaches, passing through Bombaça beach and Três Coqueiros beach.
The ideal is to start the tour in the morning in Taipu de Fora, still during low tide, so you can enjoy the natural pools calmly.
Follow the walk towards Bombaça beach and enjoy a delicious lunch with a good Bahian moqueca.
To end the day, enjoy the sunset on Ponta de Mutá beach.
Climb the Taipu Lighthouse
The lighthouse allows a 360° view of the Maraú peninsula, access is via a sand track, from the BR-030, and the ascent is on foot.
The stop at the lighthouse is especially interesting for those traveling along the Bromeliads Trail, which runs along the sandy road between the beaches of Taipu de Fora and Cassange.
Enjoy lunch on the banks of the Carapitangui River
The big star of Taipu de Fora are the beaches, but there is a delicious portion of fresh water that steals the hearts of visitors.
The Carapitangui River pleases both for the visual and for the refreshing bath, a strip of sand divides the sea from the river and allows tourists to circulate between fresh and salt water.
Enjoy a delicious lunch at Bar da Rô, sitting on the banks of the Carapitangui River.
And between a beer and another, don’t forget to take a dip.
Surrender to Bahian cuisine
Impossible to go to Bahia and not enjoy the Bahian seasoning, between moquecas, bobós, fresh fish and lots of sun meat you will be delighted with every meal.
Shop in Barra Grande and Taipu de Fora
Most of the commerce is centralized in Barra Grande, where it is easy to find grocery stores, clothing and beach accessories stores, pharmacy and others.
The region has a lot to offer, so be prepared for an unforgettable vacation!
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