On the other side of he sound from Salvador, this famous fishing village is the tranquil paradise of swaying palm trees and mangroves, with colourful birdlife and 40 kilometres of pristine beaches. There are no paved roads and not a car to be seen - instead people wander barefoot on sandy tracks through the village. You can walk in the rolling hills surrounding the bay, with it's ancient fort and lighthouse, while the clear waters of the coral reef make it an ideal place to snorkel and dive.