Carnival in Salvador, Bahia Travel Package

What’s Included in Our Salvador Brazil Carnival Travel Package:

• Round Trip Airfare
• Departure Taxes
• 5 Nights Hotel Accommodations
• 3 Nights VIP Party Service in Salvador
  • 2 Nights of Grand Stand All-Inclusive Camarote Parties (food & drinks)
  • 1 Night of Bloco Street Parties
  • Private Guides
  • Transportation to Parties
• Beach Day with Guide to one of Salvador’s Best Beaches
• Airport Pick-up/Drop-off
• 24 Hour On-Location Staff
• Daily Breakfast Buffet
• Departure Taxes and Fees

Sample Itinerary:

The Facts

Carnival in Salvador, Bahia – Carnival in Bahia is one of the best in Brazil. Millions of people hit the streets to celebrate the biggest party in the world. According to the Guinness Book of World Records, this is the biggest street party in the world. Everyone who’s ever gone to Salvador for Carnival has stories of partying, meeting people and leaving the party just to return to the party later for another round and it goes on all night long for 5 days. So, prepare yourself to get some rest during the day so you can be in the streets all night long. If you like humungous street parties, Salvador, Bahia is the place you want to be. It’s a crowd participation party as parades of live bands on big tall floats with powerful sound systems roll through the city and endless crowds of partiers follow along dancing and drinking until the point of passing out. TGW already includes these parties in your package!!!

• Flight Time: Salvador: Direct flight from Miami (8 hrs), Most flights have to connect in Sao Paulo, which is a 2 hour flight to Salvador
• Main Airports: Salvador – Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA)
• Language: Portuguese
• Weather: 80′s – 90′s F
• Currency: Real, 1.80 – 2.20 Reals to the US Dollar
• Population: Salvador – 3 Million (5 million during Carnival)
• Tourist Attractions: Salvador – Pelourinho (Historic Center), Mercado Modelo

Carnival Frequently Asked Questions:

What’s the difference between Carnival in Salvador and Rio de Janeiro?
Most Brazilians feel that Carnival in Salvador is Brazil’s craziest Carnival. The biggest difference between the main events in Salvador and Rio is that the Samba Parade in Rio is more of a show that you sit and watch and Salvador takes its parties to the streets. In recent years, Rio de Janeiro has incorporated the street blocos to its events, but they are not as organized as Salvador and are free for everyone vs. Salvador, which you need to purchase your entrance into the street parties. Below you will see an explanation of the parties.

Is this El Salvador in Central America?
NO!! Salvador is a city in the Northeast of Brazil. It is called Salvador, Bahia – not El Salvador in Central America. The city is located about 900 miles from Rio and is a historic coastal city with a population of about 1 million residents.

What are the parties like in Salvador?
Parties in Salvador are all Street Parties with thousands of people going wild in moveable parties called “blocos”. and Camarotes. These blocos feature some of Brazil’s hottest bands and stars singing live on top of huge trucks inside the blocos. (some artists in recent years have been Shakira, as well as U2!!!) The second type of parties are called “Camarotes.” Camarotes are grandstand parties similar to clubs that overlook the blocos along the parade routes.

Why is Carnival in Salvador much more expensive than Rio? Aren’t the street parties free in Salvador?
No!! In Salvador, you must purchase tickets or party shirts known as “abadas” in order to attend any party. Street parties are roped off by security and you must purchase the abadas (included in our package) in order to gain entry. Abadas range in cost from USD$50 per shirt all the way to over USD$500 per shirt per person per night!!! (you can see people on our site wearing the colorful tank tops/abadas ). Abadas are in very high demand and are very difficult to purchase. TGW purchases all abadas about 10 months in advance of Carnival every year!!!

What quality level of abadas (parties) do you offer?
Our Carnival package offers an EXCELLENT level of abadas (ranges between 200 and 500 dollars) for some of the best parties Carnival in Salvador has to offer. Remember, the better the party, the more upscale the crowd, the better the band, and the safer the bloco!!

What is Carnival like in Rio de Janeiro?
Carnival in Rio is basically watching the samba schools parade at a place called the Sambodromo. Samba schools feature people in costumes and parade floats and samba music. The spectacle is very cool, but it is really something that people only go watch one night and not something that you can typically participate in unlike Salvador.

Do you offer packages to Rio during Carnival?
Of course, we offer packages to Rio de Janeiro for Carnival. We also consider Carnival in Rio as one of the best parties in the world, but we always aim to provide our clients with the most fun & local experience. This is why we offer the two best Carnivals in Brazil.

What if I am from overseas? What can be done about the flights?
If you are coming from overseas, we can either sell you a “LAND ONLY” package, which includes everything but the airfare or sell you the complete itinerary from your respective city as we can sell airfare from all over the world.

Do I have to book everything right now and pay in full?
No. Typically you need about 40 – 60 percent of the package to book and we can spread the remaining payments until November or December. If you wait until, November or December, we may be able to split the payments in two, but it isn’t guaranteed.

What kinds of services/assistance does TGW offer while in Carnival?
TGW offers 24 hour assistance to all clients on our trips. We have 1 staff bilingual (Portuguese/English) staff member for every 10 people on the trip. Staff members are always highly visible and available inside all street parties/clubs/camarotes and are there to assist you in any way (translating, emergencies…. anything!!!) This is especially important in Salvador as there are very little non-Brazilian tourists and English is not widely spoken by any means!!!

What is the Carnival group like every year? (size/ages/sex/nationality,etc?)
Our group varies each year between 50 and 100 people. As far as composition of the group, typically our clients are between 20 and 45 years old. We have even had party animals in their 80s!!! The group is a mix of guys, girls, couples and are from all over the country. We also have many repeat clients and clients from Canada, Australia and other countries all over the world!!

I am traveling alone. Can you find me a roommate?
Yes. Every year we have about 20 people that travel alone that are looking for a roommate so they do not have to pay the single price. If you are interested in finding a roommate please contact us and we can provide you a list of potential roommates. Email us if you need a roommate!

All of the accommodations offered on our site have been personally inspected by TGW to uphold the utmost quality standards of our travelers. We base our selection on Service, Cleanliness, and Location. TGW offers 5 star, 4 star, & 3 star accommodations.

Bahia Othon Palace Hotel

The 5-star oceanfront Bahia Othon Palace features luxurious suites and complete recreational facilities overlooking Ondina Beach. Facilities include a panoramic rooftop pool and wet pool bar, spa and 2 restaurants. Free Wi-Fi is available in social areas. Guests can savor Brazilian cuisine at the Lampião Restaurant, and international dishes at Porto das Nações Restaurant. They can also relax with a tropical cocktail by the pool, and enjoy a rich breakfast buffet.

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Bahia Mar Hotel

The Bahiamar Hotel is a 3 star property featuring 128 rooms. The hotel is conveniently located in front of the Jardim de Alah Beach. It is close to the convention center, Aeroclube Plaza (Mall), restaurants and only 8 miles from the parade circuit. The hotel also features a great restaurant that offers national and international cuisine.

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Sol Barra Express Hotel

Located near the beach, Hotel Sol Barra is an outstanding Porto da Barra beach hotel in Salvador, Brazil. The hotel is also within easy reach of Salvador’s downtown area, as well as the city’s historic centre, Pelourinho . In close proximity to golden beaches and the busy city centre, this 4 star Salvador hotel is a good choice for both holidaymakers and business travelers alike.

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Portobello Ondina Praia Hotel

Located close to Ondina Beach, this hotel offers contemporary accommodations with free wired internet in the rooms. Portobello Ondina Praia features an outdoor pool with jacuzzi and a 24-hour front desk.

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Vila Gale Salvador Hotel

If you want to relax with a fresh strawberry daiquiri cocktail and the sounds of carnival, then the Vila Galé Hotel, Salvador, is the perfect holiday spot, supplying you with heaps of sunshine too! Situated near the dreamy white sands and natural pools of Praia de Ondina beach, in a bay sheltered from the Atlantic Ocean, it’s hard to believe that this stunning 5 star hotel is less than 20 minutes drive from Salvador International Airport.

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TGW is focused on giving you the vacation of a lifetime. That is why we chose Salvador, Bahia and not Rio de Janeiro during Carnival. More Brazilians go to Salvador, Bahia for Carnival than any other city in Brazil. They go there to party for 5 days 24 hours a day. So you can just imagine the parties you will be experiencing by purchasing our package.

What’s Included in the VIP Service:

In Salvador: (3 Nights, See the description of the parties below)

• 2 Nights of Camarote (Grand Stand) Parties (1 All-inclusive)
• 1 Night of Bloco Street Parties
• 24/7 On Location Staff & Bi-lingual Guides
• Transportation to Parties

Why Do you Need TGW in Brazil for Carnival?

1. Less Stress – By booking your package with us, everything is already set up. Hotels and flights always sell out and you can only purchase the parties in Brazil. So instead of dealing with different suppliers and doing hours of research, all you have to do is book with us.
2. More Bang for your Buck – We have preferential rates with all of our suppliers, so you will be getting an incredible deal.
3. Access to some of the best parties – We provide you with some of Carnival in Salvador’s best parties. We do not disclose the parties until you purchase your package, but you are guaranteed to be at the top 5 parties for Carnival.
4. Safety – Carnival in Brazil can be unsafe if you do not know what you are doing. There are millions of people on the street and you do have locals that are on the look out to take advantage of tourists. We have staff members available to you 24/7 and have bi-lingual guides with you at each of the parties. We also give you an orientation on Day 1 giving you recommendations and advice on what to expect.
5. Cool People – We usually have a group of 100 plus. Everyone becomes friends and looks out for each other. You will literally meet party animals from all over the world!

Party Pictures:

How are the parties?

• Camarotes – Camarotes are the VIP Parties during Carnival. They are elevated bandstands, where you can party and watch the Blocos/Trios passing by at eye level. The camarotes are equipped with great music, dance floors, dj’s, food, bar, and of course beautiful Brazilian singles!!!!
• Blocos – The Blocos are formed by a giant sound car that carry the bands called Trio Eletrico and a support car with bathrooms, drinks and medical assistance. The Bloco is surrounded by a rope guarded by almost 1000 security members specially oriented to protect people inside (associate) and keep non authorized people from getting in. Each Bloco consists of more than 3000 people that are easily identified by their uniform called Abada. The singers and the band sing along the Avenues of Salvador with a very exciting crowd, dancing and having fun. The parade route is about 4 Kilometers.
• Music: Axe Music (a-shay) – Brazilian Pop, mixed with African beats
• Dress Code: Salvador – We provide you with the party shirts (abadas), shorts and tennis shoes
• Times: Salvador – Parties will range from 4pm – 10pm until ???

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