The palm fringed beaches of Praia de Forte offer amazing opportunities for exciting water sports such as swimming, diving and surfing. The marine park, located about 2 kms from Praia do Forte house rentals, is the best spot for snorkeling. The village also has a placid lagoon for canoeing, and the Sapiranga Forest Reserve, which has lovely hiking and biking trails and a zip line. Dominating the clear blue sky of the village are the ramparts of The Castelo do Garcia d’ Avila, a great Portuguese edifice, which dates back from 1552. Standing majestically on the top of a little hillock, it offers breathtaking views of the gorgeous coastline dotted with lovely palm fringed beaches. One of the major attractions is the main drag Alameda do Sol, a pedestrian walkway lined with elegant restaurants and tiny shops where you can treat your taste buds to great Brazilian delights and shop for lovely souvenirs as well. Offering spectacular vistas of the sea, it leads of a tiny ancient church, a sea turtle reserve and stunning beaches, which swarm with people on weekends. Towards the inland, you can explore the beautiful town of Salvador , which is noted for its cuisine, music and architecture.
Dinning at Praia de Forte is a delightful experience in itself. The fine seaside eateries, bistros and charming restaurants serve a wide range of mouthwatering food which includes succulent seafood, grilled steak and traditional Brazilian favorites. A couple of specialty restaurants can also be found near Holiday homes Praia do Forte, which feature an eclectic selection of western delicacies ranging from Italian, and Mexican to Chinese, French and Indian. Praia de Forte houses many lively pubs, bars and nightclubs, which are well stocked with a variety of invigorating drinks and are the best place to enjoy the vivacious nightlife and the great folk music of the village.