Morro de Sao Paulo lies 262 kilometres by land, or 60 kilometres by sea, from Salvador da Bahia, on the picturesque island of Tinharé. One of five villages on the island, Morro is by far the best known and visited by both Brazilian and international travelers. While the town is far from an undiscovered tropical beach town, the town retains much of its charm and its spectacular natural scenery as a result of the ban on motorized vehicles. That said, the place is high on the list of the most popular Brazilian beach destinations, so if you’re coming in high season, you very well may want to book hotel or hostel accommodation well in advance.
Morro de Sao Paulo is easily accessible, whether you’re arriving from the North or South. From Salvador, catch a catamaran or a lancha rapida (speedboat) (R$60; two hours) from the Terminal Maritimo do Mercado Modelo, across the street from the Mercado Modelo. There are several daily departures, but be warned: the sea can be rough and many get seasick.
Arriving from the South, head to Valença and catch a passenger ferry upriver to Morro (R$5; two hours).
There are daily flights to Morro from Salvador with Aerostar and Adey Taxi (30 minutes). Fares vary according to season and demand, but cost approximately R$200.
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