Welcome to Morro de São Paulo
the paradise in Bahia!

Morro de São Paulo is a unique destination , where you will find everything you need to spend a great vacation: history, nature, wonderful beaches, tranquility, leisure and dozens of activities and places to visit that you won't see in any other destination. It is located on Ilha de Tinharé, in the municipality of Cairu, just 64 km south of Salvador, Bahia. On the island you can feel nature up close, in addition to totally forgetting the rush of cities . There are no cars around here, the transfer is done on foot and access is exclusively by air or sea. The region is known as Costa do Dendê and is considered the third tourist hub in Bahia . Thus, it receives tourists from all over the world looking for tranquility, idyllic beaches, luxury hotels and cozy inns , in addition to everything Morro de São Paulo has to offer its visitors.

What to know before going to Morro de São Paulo?

So far you already know a lot about the destination, but before going to Morro, you need to know a few other things so that your trip runs smoothly. Check out our recommendations:

Choose the place where you will stay according to the activities you want to do. For example, if you are looking for more entertainment, stay on Second Beach, however, if you want more peace, stay on Wednesday.
The gastronomic offer of Morro is abundant, has options for all tastes, but if your intention is to save money, avoid eating on the beaches , when you move away from the seaside you will find more economical options.
Remember to bring suitable footwear for long walks . If you want to know the island, there's nothing better than walking. After all, there are no motor vehicles, so enjoy the good walks.
The fee for tourists entering the island (TUPA) is charged upon arrival or when purchasing a catamaran trip. The value varies between R$ 15.00 and R$ 20.00 , but you need to keep the receipt, so as not to be charged more than once.
Although many establishments accept cards, bring cash , as there are no bank branches in Morro.
Know that the electrical network, if you need it, is 220V .

These are the most important points you need to know before your trip, but if you want to know even more, check out our post on the topic:

What to know before going to Morro de São Paulo ?

What to know before going to Morro de São Paulo?

So far you already know a lot about the destination, but before going to Morro, you need to know a few other things so that your trip runs smoothly. Check out our recommendations:

Choose the place where you will stay according to the activities you want to do. For example, if you are looking for more entertainment, stay on Second Beach, however, if you want more peace, stay on Wednesday.
The gastronomic offer of Morro is abundant, has options for all tastes, but if your intention is to save money, avoid eating on the beaches , when you move away from the seaside you will find more economical options.
Remember to bring suitable footwear for long walks . If you want to know the island, there's nothing better than walking. After all, there are no motor vehicles, so enjoy the good walks.
The fee for tourists entering the island (TUPA) is charged upon arrival or when purchasing a catamaran trip. The value varies between R$ 15.00 and R$ 20.00 , but you need to keep the receipt, so as not to be charged more than once.
Although many establishments accept cards, bring cash , as there are no bank branches in Morro.
Know that the electrical network, if you need it, is 220V .

These are the most important points you need to know before your trip, but if you want to know even more, check out our post on the topic:

What to know before going to Morro de São Paulo ?

What to know before going to Morro de São Paulo?

So far you already know a lot about the destination, but before going to Morro, you need to know a few other things so that your trip runs smoothly. Check out our recommendations:

Choose the place where you will stay according to the activities you want to do. For example, if you are looking for more entertainment, stay on Second Beach, however, if you want more peace, stay on Wednesday.
The gastronomic offer of Morro is abundant, has options for all tastes, but if your intention is to save money, avoid eating on the beaches , when you move away from the seaside you will find more economical options.
Remember to bring suitable footwear for long walks . If you want to know the island, there's nothing better than walking. After all, there are no motor vehicles, so enjoy the good walks.
The fee for tourists entering the island (TUPA) is charged upon arrival or when purchasing a catamaran trip. The value varies between R$ 15.00 and R$ 20.00 , but you need to keep the receipt, so as not to be charged more than once.
Although many establishments accept cards, bring cash , as there are no bank branches in Morro.
Know that the electrical network, if you need it, is 220V .

These are the most important points you need to know before your trip, but if you want to know even more, check out our post on the topic:

What to know before going to Morro de São Paulo ?

What to know before going to Morro de São Paulo?

So far you already know a lot about the destination, but before going to Morro, you need to know a few other things so that your trip runs smoothly. Check out our recommendations:

Choose the place where you will stay according to the activities you want to do. For example, if you are looking for more entertainment, stay on Second Beach, however, if you want more peace, stay on Wednesday.
The gastronomic offer of Morro is abundant, has options for all tastes, but if your intention is to save money, avoid eating on the beaches , when you move away from the seaside you will find more economical options.
Remember to bring suitable footwear for long walks . If you want to know the island, there's nothing better than walking. After all, there are no motor vehicles, so enjoy the good walks.
The fee for tourists entering the island (TUPA) is charged upon arrival or when purchasing a catamaran trip. The value varies between R$ 15.00 and R$ 20.00 , but you need to keep the receipt, so as not to be charged more than once.
Although many establishments accept cards, bring cash , as there are no bank branches in Morro.
Know that the electrical network, if you need it, is 220V .

These are the most important points you need to know before your trip, but if you want to know even more, check out our post on the topic:

What to know before going to Morro de São Paulo ?

What to know before going to Morro de São Paulo?

So far you already know a lot about the destination, but before going to Morro, you need to know a few other things so that your trip runs smoothly. Check out our recommendations:

Choose the place where you will stay according to the activities you want to do. For example, if you are looking for more entertainment, stay on Second Beach, however, if you want more peace, stay on Wednesday.
The gastronomic offer of Morro is abundant, has options for all tastes, but if your intention is to save money, avoid eating on the beaches , when you move away from the seaside you will find more economical options.
Remember to bring suitable footwear for long walks . If you want to know the island, there's nothing better than walking. After all, there are no motor vehicles, so enjoy the good walks.
The fee for tourists entering the island (TUPA) is charged upon arrival or when purchasing a catamaran trip. The value varies between R$ 15.00 and R$ 20.00 , but you need to keep the receipt, so as not to be charged more than once.
Although many establishments accept cards, bring cash , as there are no bank branches in Morro.
Know that the electrical network, if you need it, is 220V .

These are the most important points you need to know before your trip, but if you want to know even more, check out our post on the topic:

What to know before going to Morro de São Paulo ?

What to know before going to Morro de São Paulo?

So far you already know a lot about the destination, but before going to Morro, you need to know a few other things so that your trip runs smoothly. Check out our recommendations:

Choose the place where you will stay according to the activities you want to do. For example, if you are looking for more entertainment, stay on Second Beach, however, if you want more peace, stay on Wednesday.
The gastronomic offer of Morro is abundant, has options for all tastes, but if your intention is to save money, avoid eating on the beaches , when you move away from the seaside you will find more economical options.
Remember to bring suitable footwear for long walks . If you want to know the island, there's nothing better than walking. After all, there are no motor vehicles, so enjoy the good walks.
The fee for tourists entering the island (TUPA) is charged upon arrival or when purchasing a catamaran trip. The value varies between R$ 15.00 and R$ 20.00 , but you need to keep the receipt, so as not to be charged more than once.
Although many establishments accept cards, bring cash , as there are no bank branches in Morro.
Know that the electrical network, if you need it, is 220V .

These are the most important points you need to know before your trip, but if you want to know even more, check out our post on the topic:

What to know before going to Morro de São Paulo ?

The cheapest way to get to Morro de São Paulo from Salvador is going through Valença , for that you can take the following route:

The first step is to arrive at the Terminal Marítimo de São Joaquim , in the Baixa city of Salvador, and take the ferry to the Terminal de Bom Despacho . The rate per person is R$ 5.10 from Monday to Friday and R$ 6.70 on weekends and holidays. The trip takes half an hour.

Once you have arrived in Bom Despacho, you only need to walk a few minutes to the bus station, which is next door, and take a bus to the city of Valença. The trip takes approximately 2 hours and you can take the Viação Águia Branca or the Viação Cidade Sol. The ticket costs around R$ 30.00. In Valença you should go to the pier to take the speedboat to Morro, the speedboat price varies between R$ 25.00 and R$ 30.00, since on Sundays and holidays the value is a little higher. The journey takes approximately 40 minutes .

If you prefer to save money, you can take the slow boat, the trip takes approximately 1 hour and a half and the ticket costs less than R$ 15.00. As you can see, this is the most economical way to get from Salvador to Morro, with only R$ 50.00 you can reach the destination.