This was a very disappointing tour, unusual for Viator , but I would recommend them not using this partner. It is presented as an 8 hour tour to lovely beaches and historic traditional fishing villages in North Bahia. The reality is a little different. We had over 11 hours on this tour, over half in the van . We booked an English speaking tour , it was Spanish only, Loris tried his best but a lot is lost in translation. Whilst Praia do Forte and Garajuba are nice places they are tourist resorts with nice beaches . The turtle project was interesting too Overall , a poor experience, both driver and guide didn’t really seem to care so I wouldn’t recommend this , go with another tour that actually make it interesting
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Praia do Forte is one of the main tourist destinations in the country, not only for its paradisiacal beaches but also for the TAMAR project that is known internationally. The Fisherman's Village, with its wonderful bars, restaurants, charming boutiques and the tranquility that is peculiar to the place, dazzle the visitors. ROUTE: Tour in Praia do Forte Air-conditioned tour guide and bilingual tour guide. We will start the tour at 07:30 in the city center, going through the hotels of Salvador and passing through the main beaches along the way. The guide will talk about the meaning of the names of the beaches, which are mostly indigenous names, also informing about culture, miscegenation, religion, economy, history, among other subjects. Departing from Salvador we will go along the Coqueiros Coast, Coco Road, a region in full development and expansion, with arrival expected to Praia do Forte between 10:30 and 11:00 hours. From the center of Salvador to Praia do Forte we will travel for 85km. In Mata de São João, a city where Praia do Forte is located, we will pass through an Environmental Protection Area and the Sapiranga Reserve with its lush Atlantic Forest, where in 1551 a medieval castle, Casa da Torre, was built. The work was carried out by Francisco Garcia D'Avila, who arrived with Tomé de Souza, the first Governor General of Bahia, on March 29, 1549, the date of the founding of the city of Salvador. Tomé de Souza docked at the Port of Barra, with its ships - ships of the time, equipped with a whole apparatus that started the construction of the fortress city in the highest plane, which is the city of Salvador. Francisco Garcia D'Ávila, according to some historians supposedly was bastard son of Tomé de Souza. After staying 2 hours 30 minutes in Praia do Forte, we will continue to Guarajuba, where we stop for lunch. With a privileged view to the natural swimming pools, suitable for relaxing in its wonderful warm waters, excellent for bathing of the sea, lunch with typical and international foods, especially the grilled seafood. We will return from Guarajuba to Salvador at 4:00 p.m.
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Great experience, nice beaches and good food, absolutely recomended, if you want to have a good day in Salvador with nature, fun and beaches, I think this is a fine opportunity
Horrible experience. The tour company states English speaking guides. They sub out all their work and no English speaking guide. If you don’t speak Portuguese don’t book this tour company. FYI Viator does not care and will not assist you.
The guide, Tula, was great. Everything was well organised, we always had something to do without having to rush at the same time.
This is merely transportation to the area. Once you get here the company asks for fees to turtles or pools. They give special amount of leisure time and then go.
Comfortable bus, good driver, good guide! Tulla (our guide) did a good job speaking English with us and gave clear directions. The turtle reserve was wonderful…the whole area has changed since we were here in 2006! The beach was very crowded but beautiful as always!
We attended this tour with Cassi and we have been really happy for this trip. Cassi is an organization very professional with Guide at very top! Vladimir has been the best guide I got during my trip in Brasil. The tour is well organized because Cassi tour pick-up the attendees directly to the hotel they are staying. This is very important as courtesy for client that are, so relaxed! Coming back to Vladimir. He speaks 5 languages and he can help and explain all people. He also loves its job and he is really passioned. Vladimir gives you more than the classic guide job role. It is Amazing to have choose Cassi tour and I would reccomend it to all people that want to have a wobdweful time ! Last but not least Andres that sold me this trip is also a person that convinced me to buy ticket by explaining me all I needed to know. So Vladimir, Andres and Cassi tour: excellent Job!!
Everything was very good. Punctual, everything was done within the specific time. The day was enjoyed and the guide was excellent in languages and group management, he sold the activities to us very well
Organization, communication and compliance assured. Value for money adequate quality, attention at all times
Cominciamo il prelievo e gli orari, pick up non disponibile in alcune zone per il carnevale. Ti dicono di andare alle 6 in agenzia e sul voucher c’è scritto 6,30-7,00, chiedi spiegazioni e ti dicono per il check-in (che dura 30 sec.). Si parte per il pick-up alle 7,10 e finisce alle 8,05. Due tappe per un viaggio di 70 km, si arriva alle 10,30. Attività a Praia do Forte di corsa perché dobbiamo fare altri 40 minuti per andare a mangiare a Canto do Mar. Non vi dico il resto tappa inutile e 3h buttate di vita! Finale 13 ore in totale per stare un paio d’ore a Frades. Non si può chiamare tour guidato perché uno dice un paio di cose sul bus e poi liberi.
El proyecto de tortugas es muy bello, como también hacer snorke para luego ir a probar moqueca y disfrutar de la playa
Ótimo passeio! Super recomendo! Embora a praia do Forte não seja lá muitíssimo convidativa, da para tomar um banho… a praia de Guarajuba por outro lado, é sensacional!
The guide very friendly and attentive. Guarajuba is a beautiful beach, natural pools, wonderful sea, the indicated restaurant in the city has a very good food... But spend two hours in it and two hours in Praia do Forte that I found very charming and loved the Tamar project, even I found it better than Noronha; it's little, very little. We combined leaving 8:15h, there is a half-hour delay to pick us up. We arrived at Guarajuba 10:30; the arrival and return route is very poor... We left Praia do Forte at 16:30 and arrived at Rio Vermelho at 20h. Unfortunately I had to go down because the bathroom of the bus was blocked and was warned immediately at the exit of the tour, was with children which is really not acceptable on a 4 hour trip back. I realized that the way to my hotel was by another route by connecting my Waze; but I believe there is a priority in finding the customer in certain Hotels. I recommend the tour on alternating days.
From the beginning the service was great, from the booking to the end of the tour. All schedules were respected, they searched the hotel on time and left the points on scheduled times. The beaches are amazing and the guide very attentive and friendly.
I recommend it!! With Cassi the quality is guaranteed. Thanks Andres for your attention and recommendations!!
All according to the combined, punctuality and attentive guides. It is worth knowing the project Tamar in Praia do Forte. Guarajuba is a lovely place. The Carlinhos bar has a first-class service and quality food. We've already scheduled new trips with Cassi.
All according to the combined, fun tour, comfortable, punctual, great guide. I recommend Enterprise!
Good Service, very attentive officials. Responsible and very organized. Thank you for your good service! I'll visit again.
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