Praia de Ipitanga

The beach stretches for two kilometers along the Atlantic coast with blue waters and light sand bordered by palm trees and coastal vegetation.

The beach area transformed from an isolated coastal segment to a developed recreational destination following the expansion of Salvador's metropolitan region in the 1990s.

Local vendors prepare and serve traditional Bahian seafood dishes while beach sports enthusiasts gather for regular volleyball and soccer matches.

Multiple bus lines connect Salvador and Lauro de Freitas to Ipitanga beach, with service running every 30 minutes from early morning until sunset.

Natural pools form during low tide at the Aleluia section of the beach, creating protected areas for swimming away from the stronger ocean waves.

Location: Lauro de Freitas

Location: Salvador

GPS coordinates: -12.90972,-38.30389

Latest update: August 1, 2025 19:29