Things to do in Itacaré
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Easy Drop
For a structured weeklong surfing experience, including classes and accommodation, look into surf camp Easy Drop.
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Surfing
Surfboard rental and surf lessons are easily arranged. Zebra & Pepê offer board rentals. The coast south of Itacaré is characterized by rough surf (better for surfing than swimming).
There has been a rash of muggings at and around Itacaré's beaches, so take little money and nothing of value. Avoid the trails through the forests past late afternoon.
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Brazil Trip Tour
The multilingual Brazil Trip Tour specializes in English-speaking surf lessons and ecological tours. It also arranges volunteer work in the community (English teachers are especially welcome) and 10- to 14-day ‘Cruz the Coast’ tours between Rio and Salvador.
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Beaches
The coast south of Itacaré is characterized by rough surf (better for surfing than swimming) and cove beaches separated by hills covered with rain forest. Some beaches, such as idyllic Prainha (reachable by trail from Praia do Ribeira), are private and charge entrance fees. Praia da Concha is an ordinary city beach. Resende, Tiririca and Ribeira beaches lie within 1.5km south of town and are frequented by surfers.
Highly recommended are the paradisiacal Engenhoca, Havaizinho and Itacarezinho beaches, 12km south of town.
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Excursions - V9
Many travel agencies and seemingly every hotel offer canoe trips upriver, rafting, mountain biking, rappelling and excursions on foot or horseback to local sights. The principal excursion is up the Peninsula de Maraú, with stops at Lagoa Azul and Praia Taipús de Fora. V9 is one of several reliable agencies offering these kinds of adventures.
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Canoa Bar e Restaurante
This mellow new waterfront bar wears many hats: there’s a brief and budget-friendly menu offering fresh shrimp, pastas and chocolate cake, there’s a lively bar with a caipirinha happy hour (8pm to 10pm Tuesday to Friday), and there are free film screenings every Monday and Wednesday at 8pm.
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Casarão Amarelo
A short walk away from Pituba on Praia da Coroa, this old-fashioned yellow house welcomes a sophisticated clientele with fine seafood pastas and good wine. Linger over your meal in the small courtyard or soak up the historic atmosphere in the beautifully restored dining room.
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Peninsula de Maraú
The principal excursion offered by travel agencies is up the Peninsula de Maraú, with stops at Lagoa Azul and Praia Taipús de Fora. A word of advice: maximize your comfort by assuring that the vehicle's seats face forward.
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Estrela do Mar
Overlooking Concha beach, the elegant Estrela do Mar serves expertly prepared seafood, as well as pastas, salads and crepes. It has huge windows for taking in the sea and picturesque outdoor seating.
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Jardim dos Sabores
Surrounded by palms and a tropical garden, Jardim dos Sabores is a lovely spot to linger over a meal. Top picks include paella, fresh grilled fish or filet mignon. Live jazz or bossa most nights.
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Restaurante Mediterrâneo
In a colonial building near the Praça dos Cachorros, this nicely decorated Italian restaurant serves tasty homemade pastas, grilled dishes, salads and a range of other options.
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Meio Natural
Specializing in garden salads and healthy sandwiches, this easygoing eatery has a few outdoor tables and reasonable prices. It uses some organic produce and all-natural ingredients.
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Cachoeira Tijuipe
For a do-it-yourself excursion and a swim, catch a bus leaving town and hop off at the Cachoeira Tijuipe, a wide waterfall of tea-colored water on private, forested land.
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Sahara
The new favourite in town is this small, inviting café serving up heavenly falafel sandwiches, plates of hummus and tabbouleh and refreshing lassis (yogurt drinks).
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Habitat Café
A casual grassy spot one block from the beach, this outdoor café serves addictive sandwiches (including burgers and soy burgers), juices and salads.
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Almazen
Healthy natural food is served here, including sandwiches on homemade bread, and a delicious vegetarian prato feito (plate of the day).
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Restaurante Mar e Mel
This is the place to hear (and dance to) live forró. There’s a spacious wooden deck in front and abundant seafood and drink choices.
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Mistura Fina
Serves a wide variety of appealing dishes, from fish moqueca and seafood risottos to yakisoba and pizza.
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Boca do Forno
This place serves pizzas everyone raves about in a beautiful flower-bedecked outdoor setting. Live music some nights.
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Gelato Grão
Although service doesn't come with a smile, this ice-cream shop serves creamy rich sorvete (ice cream).
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Gelato Gula
This popular ice-cream shop serves creamy rich sorvete (ice cream) made with Brazilian fruits.
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Zebra & Pepê
Another reliable tour operator which also hires out surf-boards.
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