Quilombo Heritage Private Tour
Experience the vibrant Afro-Brazilian culture and historical significance of the Recôncavo Baiano with our Quilombo Kaonge tour. Travel from Salvador to Santo Amaro da Purificação and Quilombo Kaonge, and discover the struggle for Brazilian independence and the region's African heritage. Explore the quaint streets of Santo Amaro and admire the mansions, churches, and lively public market. Then, immerse yourself in the daily life, traditions, and flavors of the Quilombo Kaonge community. Learn about production methods for palm oil, cassava flour, and herbal syrup, indulge in delectable local cuisine, and participate in a "quilombola chat" led by the Grio. Book our 7-hour tour and revel in this unrivaled cultural experience.
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Quilombo Heritage Private Tour
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What's included in Quilombo Heritage Private Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Nosso Senhor Santo Amaro Church
On this town, we will have a walking tour through the cobblestone street visiting: 1. Food market, stop for tasting local fruits and special cheese and candy of banana and guava. 2. See the church of Humildes (No access in). 3. See the Church of Rosário ( possible to visit in, depending on the daily schedule from the city hall employees. 4. Walking to the main square to see the colonial architecture and stop for photos from the matriz church and câmara e cadeia (parlament and prison).
Nossa Senhora do Rosario Church
Stop for photos and walking in front of the church, with a possibility to go in depending on the local city hall schedule that is irregular.
We will pass by sugarcane, cassava and tobacco farms, towards Quilombo Kaonge, where we will have a great opportunity to experience their daily lives and share their wisdom and flavors. In order not to escape the experience we will have a short talk with the Griô of the community then we will put our hands on the practice and learn the process of making the flour and palm oil, soon after we have local lunch.
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch
- Private Tour
- Transportation
- Accredited Guide
- Drinks
- Gratuities
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress code is smart casual
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We need the name of the hotel independently if it's not on the area selected, we pick up all clients in all hotel around Salvador City or in Airbnb address.
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• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
