Hotels near Tamar Project Turtle Sanctuary Mata de São João

Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Praia do Forte Beach is one of the most popular seaside spots located 19.6 mi (31.6 km) from central Mata de São João. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Itacrimirim Beach, Papa-Gente Beach, and Praia da Espera.

Açu da Torre is home to Sao Francisco Church, so why not stop by during your stay in Praia do Forte.

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Armazem da Vila Shopping Mall in Açu da Torre.

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Humpback Whale Institute in Açu da Torre. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Timeantube Lagoon, just a short walk away.

Travelers who enjoy the great outdoors might want to go to Papa-Gente Beach. It's located 44.4 mi (71.5 km) from the center of Salvador. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Praia do Forte Beach, Itacrimirim Beach, and Praia da Espera.

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Timeantube Lagoon in Açu da Torre. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Humpback Whale Institute, just a short walk away.

Travelers who enjoy the great outdoors might want to go to Klaus Peters Municipal Natural Park, located 20.6 mi (33.1 km) from central Mata de São João. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Sapiranga Ecological Reserve and Humpback Whale Institute, both nearby.

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Garcia d'Ávila Tower House— just one of the monuments in Açu da Torre.