The beauty of Trancoso’s beaches is known throughout Brazil. Located in the South of Bahia, Trancoso, its beaches and the village “Quadrado” creates one of the most magical environments in the country for those seeking a unique vacation experience. The village was originally founded by the Jesuits in the fifteenth century.

One of the earliest settlements of the Portuguese in Brazil, it is symbolized by the church of Sao Joao Baptist and the surrounding “Quadrado” which consists of a large square of shops and restaurants and a central square where natives play soccer and young and old stroll through the area or head for the beaches.

The entire area sets on a cliff above the sea and provides a panoramic view of the beaches running to the north and south of Trancoso. The village itself is a cascade of colorful shops offering local arts and crafts as well as the latest fashion accessories from the stores of Sao Paulo. You will also find some of the best restaurants in the area.

During the day you will find a mixture of young and old and almost every nationality strolling the Quadrado or heading for the most beautiful beaches in Brazil. To the north you will find the famous Nativos beach. It is bordered on two sides by rivers that create large sand dunes and shallow pools where you can swim or relax and gaze at the white sand and emerald seas. To the south are the beaches of Itaporaco filled with coconut palms, small bars and music.

At night the Quadrado transforms into one of the most magical places in Brazil. The entire area is lit by candlelight and music and locals and vacationers alike come to experience the fine foods, dance, shopping and energy of this magical place. Strolling under the moon and stars most of us feel that we need search no more….we have found our place….our home.