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Cruz the Coast Brazil is a backpacker’s minibus cruzin’ the coast and beach-hopping between Rio & Salvador, from colonial towns to completely off the beaten track wonders of nature: wild surf beaches, nature reserves, sand-dunes, cocoa plantations, rivers, waterfalls & jungles. With Cruz the Coast you will see and experience a different side of Brazil!

Whats included / Stops Along the Way

Drop-offs and pick-ups to hostels & guest-houses along the way.
English/Portuguese speaking Reps to give insider tips in each town.
Informal Portuguese lessons offered on the road.
Arraial do Cabo boat trip with snorkelling + unlimited soft-drinks & caipirinhas.
Caipirinha cocktail making and tasting class.
Trip to the historic little town of Trancoso & surrounding beaches.
Visit to chocolate factory in Ilheus.
Beach capoeira class (for all levels) with the famous Mestre Jamaica.
Guided jungle trek to Prainha, Itacare – one of Brazil’s best beaches.
Tips for best surf breaks/beaches throughout trip…feel free to bring your own board!

Cruz the Coast Brazil operates trips up and down the coast in both directions; from Rio to Salvador AND from Salvador to Rio, travelling through the states of Rio de Janeiro, Espirito Santo and Bahia.

Total Duration: 10 nights between Rio and Salvador, but you can start & finish your trip wherever you want.

Transport: Modern, safe & reliable vans and mini-buses with reclining seats, DVDs and air-con.