Pousada Tãnara, Itacaré, Bahia
"tropical tranquility,ocean views & superb surfing"
| Nearest Airport: | Ilheus - 70 kms | |
| Trip Style: | Beach, Eco-tourism, Honeymoon + Romance, Nature + Wildlife, Surf + Kitesurf, Yoga + Spa | |
| Pousada Facilities: |
5 bedrooms accepts children, bi-lingual receptionists, free wi-fi , hammocks |
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| Room Facilities: | 110 e 220; air conditioning, minibar, roomservice, TV (cable), wi-fi | |
| Language(s): | Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish | |
| Recommended attractions: | boat trips, flora & fauna, hiking, horseriding, indigenous culture, kayaking, local handicrafts, massage, night life & shopping, snorkelling, stand-up paddle, surfing, walking, waterfalls, waveboarding, whale watching, yoga | |
| Ideal for: | couples, families, friends sharing, gay friendly, honeymoon, small groups, solo travellers | |
| Price Category: | $$ bed and breakfast | |
| Cards Accepted: | Visa, Mastercard | |
| Web Site: | http://www.pousadatanara.com | |
| E-mail: | info@pousadatanara.com | |
| Skype: | pousadatanarabb | |
| Telephone: | +55 73 32512984 | |
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Note: Where pousadas are off the beaten track, Google maps only show the nearest town, and are not an accurate guide to location. |
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About the pousada
This morning once again I woke up in paradise-this time in Pousada Tanara. My eyes opened to an unforgettable scene of dawn breaking over Tiririca beach, a small bay flanked by palm trees and Atlantic rainforest; in the background the sound of the powerful ocean waves which are what have made this such a mecca for surfers. The word “tanara” means nature in Pataxo Indian dialect and the 5 rooms of Pousada Tanara blend comfort with nature in an extraordinary location- 10 minutes walk in one direction from all the shopping and nightlife of Itacare village and minutes’ walk in the other direction to Praia da Costa and Praia da Ribeira. Praia de Tiririca is just down the path. About the location
Itacare is situated on the Cocoa Coast of Bahia, the stretch which runs between Ilheus, 65km to the south and Salvador 230kms to the north, just where the Rio das Contas river meets the ocean. The town itself has indigenous origins but became known as Itacare as early as 1732 and countless grandiose mansions atest to the wealth of the town and region during the cocoa boom of the early 20th century.
Rediscovered some 40 years ago by surfers, the town has grown rapidly and there are now countless pousadas, bars, restaurants and nightlife. But for those who prefer more peace or who prefer more ecological tourism there are some wonderful trails and palm tree fringed deserted beaches nearby, many set in spectacular scenery, with mountains and atlantic forest as a backdrop.
Not to be missed
- surfing on Tiririca, Engenhoca, Jeribucacu and Prainha beaches
- capoeira, shopping and nightlife in Itacare
- eco adventures: rafting, tiroleza, whalewatching (July- November)
- side trips to Taipus de Fora and Peninsula de Marau
- good value, great food at Maluca Beleza restaurant
Pousada Starpoints
- Best surfpeaks of northeastern Brazil on your doorstep
- Wonderful breakfasts with home made delicacies
- Views over Tiririca beach from lounging deck
- Belgian/Brazilian hosts Nele and Marcos
| Try a different place if... if you prefer pool and spacious grounds to beach location close to the village. |
