Itacare on 05/04/10

Itacare, Brazil is a quaint village located in the cocao zone of the state of Bahia. Offering stunning beaches, lush and tropical nature and a great and chill atmosphere, Itacare has long been a favorite destination for tourists looking for a relaxing time in a great and calm environment. Itacare is also well known for its great surf and outdoor activities. Here visitors can enjoy, Mother Nature's natural beauty and delights, as well as delicious eateries, old churches and true Brazilian culture. In Itacare guests can experience the perfect combination of reggae music, the Brazilian arts of forro and capoeira, tapioca and great surf.

Itacare is very much a surfer's paradise, boasting world-class waves, fun small town bars and friendly people. The area is famous for its tropical weather and perfectly warm waters that stay year round, making it is no surprise that surfers from all over the world have come to make Itacare their home away from home. The surf off of the coast of Itacrea has unbeatable force and impact and is very consistent. The autumn and winter seasons are the best times for experienced surfers to head into the water.

There are a wide variety of other activities to do while in Itacare as well. The coast of the area has a number of stunning beaches to explore, and verdant tropical forest hills that are perfect for kayaking, paragliding, white-water rafting and even canyonering.

Another aspect that makes Itacare special is that locals have truly taken it upon themselves to preserve and protect their home. The natives and new residents of the area have taken a serious interest in sustainable tourism and the area now boasts a number of Sustainable resorts that are making attempts to lower CO2 emissions, working on sea-turtle conservation projects and even fostering community initiatives to help local farmers and their families.

During your stay in Itacare make sure to check out this great accommodation: Hostels in Itacare