Schooner Tour to Ilha dos Frades and Itaparica from Salvador

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Schooner Tour to Ilha dos Frades and Itaparica from Salvador — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Enjoy a full and varied day trip by exploring Baía de Todos os Santos. You'll have the opportunity to swim, snorkel, relax and catch some rays while bathing in the warm waters around the Ilha dos Frades and Itaparica. A family friendly adventure from Salvador in the exotic wilderness of Brazil!

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 45 people
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: Portuguese, Spanish
Operated by: Gray Line Brazil

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–10 years) · Adults (11–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Hotel pickup and drop off
Included: Local Guide
Included: Schooner Tour

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Food and Beverages
Not included: Extra activities like kayaking, snorkeling and stand up paddle.
Not included: Entrance fees: Tourist tax (Entrance to Ilha dos Frades)
Not included: anding and/or facility fees: Salvador Nautical Terminal Boarding Fee

Itinerary

Stop 1

1 h 30 min

After hotel pick ups, you will get to the Pier where you will embark inside the Schooner. Departure is around 9 am. The Schooner trip until the first stop takes around 1:30h. Enjoy the views of All Saints Bay to the sound of live music and cool off with tasty drinks (not included) from the onboard service.
Ilha dos Frades

2 hours Admission not included

Upon arriving at Ilha dos Frades, you will understand why it has the blue flag seal, which is assigned to places that have crystal clear water! Entering the island and its village (about 100 inhabitants), you will probably hear the pleasant sound of the saxophone played by a former resident of the island who receives visitors playing music.

The beach has tables and parasols, as well as service and vendors. Enjoy a sea bath in the warm waters of Ilha dos Frades, as well as optional activities (not included) such as snorkel rentals, SUP... take the opportunity to climb the stairs and visit the Church of Nossa Senhora do Guadalupe, and enjoy the most beautiful views in the region. You will have around 2 hours to enjoy this paradise.
Ilha de Itaparica

2 hours

Next up is the largest and most famous island in the Bay: Itaparica Island. After a 45-minute Schooner ride, you will be able to enjoy a relaxing sea bath with calm and transparent waters and still venture into optional activities (not included) such as kayaking, stand up paddle, among others. You can also enjoy a buffet lunch (not included) with different flavors from the region. You will have around 2 hours to get enchanted with the second part of the tour until you return to the Schooner that will take passengers to the Pier of Salvador. The van will then take the passengers back to their respective hotels.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Zank by Toque Hotel
Ondina Apart Hotel Residencia
Vila Gale Salvador
Hotel Catharina Paraguacu
Rede Andrade Mar Hotel
Ibis Salvador Rio Vermelho
Portobello Ondina Praia Hotel
OYO Hotel Praia de Ondina - Salvador
Hotel Pousada Pedra da Concha
Novotel Salvador Rio Vermelho
Mercure Salvador Rio Vermelho

Please stay at the hotel lobby 10 minutes before pick up time

Using your ticket

Please contact Gray Line Brazil at 55 (21) 3586-8687 or 55 (21) 99777‑5888 to confirm your tour at least 48 hours prior to the activity time. Please have your voucher in hand to present to the guide upon boarding. Office working hours: from 7am to 9pm (local time) daily.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The specific departure time for this tour will be determined upon reconfirmation.
Bring sunscreen, swimsuit and towel.
The Schooner has an on-board service. Fruits are included.
The environmental fees are not included and must be paid locally. Prices are subject to change without notice.
Gratuities are optional.

Options

Spanish speaking guide

Spanish speaking: Tour led by a Spanish speaking guide

Pickup included
Portuguese speaking guide

Portuguese speaking: Tour led by a Portuguese speaking guide

Pickup included