Porto Seguro · Bahia
Monte Pascoal is said to have been the first place sighted by the Portuguese fleet in April 1500, when the sailor on watch shouted from the crow’s nest: “Land ahoy!” However, the park was only created much later, in 1961. The mountain itself—the peak sighted by the Portuguese—is actually in the center of the National Park, 35 km from the Atlantic Ocean and 156 km south of Porto Seguro.
Open location on the mapMonte Pascoal is said to have been the first place sighted by the Portuguese fleet in April 1500, when the sailor on watch shouted from the crow’s nest: “Land ahoy!” However, the park was only created much later, in 1961. The mountain itself—the peak sighted by the Portuguese—is actually in the center of the National Park, 35 km from the Atlantic Ocean and 156 km south of Porto Seguro. This place is part of Rede Bem Bahia’s Regional Guide and helps visitors understand the natural, historical, cultural and scenic diversity of the Costa do Descobrimento. The experience changes according to the time of day, tide, weather, calendar and means of access. Plan your visit with travel, length of stay and current rules in mind, and confirm operational information before leaving.
Access follows the Arraial d’Ajuda–Trancoso–Caraíva route and may involve a ferry, highways and sections of local road. Confirm route conditions and your return arrangements on the day.
Explore trails and protected landscapes, observe native species and understand the area's environmental importance with minimal impact and appropriate accompaniment when required. Allow time to notice the details presented in the attraction description and take photographs responsibly.
Wear suitable footwear, bring water and insect repellent, and do not remove plants, stones or any other natural elements along the route.
Distances are estimates, not journey times. Confirm the route and any ferry crossings before departure.
You can use the entire guide without booking with us. It is produced by Rede Bem Bahia, which brings together these three properties. Compare their locations with your itinerary and discover our hotels.
A pool, accommodation and outdoor spaces in Mundaí: a base for exploring Porto Seguro and the northern waterfront.
A pool, guest rooms and breakfast in Coroa Vermelha: explore the property before planning your stay in Cabrália.
An entire holiday home in Arraial d’Ajuda, with a private pool, bedrooms and a veranda for your group.
Photos from the Rede Bem Bahia collection. Confirm your room category and stay conditions with the team.
Select your hotel and dates in the booking engine. Rates, availability and conditions are confirmed there. Tours are booked separately with their operators. External hotel and booking websites may use a different language.
