Discover Cruises to Salvador de Bahia, Brazil

Aerial view of Salvador in Bahia - Brazil - Northeast

Carnival Festivities. Historic Churches.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Salvador De Bahia, Brazil

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

View of the beautiful Terreiro de Jesus Plaza (Largo Terreiro de Jesus) - Salvador, Bahia, Brazil

Stroll through the historical Largo Terreiro de Jesus Plaza.

Take a ride on The Lacerda Elevator to see more of the city.

Colorful colonial houses at the historic district of Pelourinho in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil.

Experience the rich culture & art inside Pelourinho District.

Get in tune with the locals at the vibrant Pelourinho District.

Rinbbons of the Lord of Bonfim, Salvador - Bahia - Brazil

Tie your ribbon & make a wish outside the Bonfim Church.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

Farol da Barra - Salvador - Bahia Brazil

Famous For

Salvador is known for its rich history, beautiful beaches, delicious cuisine and unique architecture.

Acaraje - Traditional Brazilian fritters made with black-eyed peas filled with vatapa, caruru, tomato salad and sauteed shrimp. Typical food from Bahia.

Exquisite Flavors

Acarajé is a spicy street food delight made from black-eyed peas and shrimp, and moqueca, a fragrant fish stew with coconut milk and palm oil. Both are dishes native to the region.

Typical house at the Hippie Village, famous place in Arembepe - Bahia, Brazil

Fun Facts

In the nearby beach town of Arembepe there’s a hippie village where people live without electricity in mud and straw houses, and Janis Joplin, Mick Jagger and Keith Richards visited it in the ‘60s and ‘70s.

Port Name & Location

Port of Salvador de Bahia.
Ship will DOCK at this port.

Language

The local language spoken is Portuguese. To ask how someone is doing, say "Como vai você?". "Olá" is hello whilst "adeus" is goodbye and "por favour" means please.

Time Zone

Brasilia Standard Time UTC/GMT-3

Currency & Shopping

The Brazilian Real is the local currency used to make purchases. Mercado Modelo includes more than 250 independent stalls offering a wide range of goods, from Bahian artisanal crafts to leatherwork and food and drinks.

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11 Cruise Shore Excursion Packing Tips

Are you planning a cruise but not sure what to bring along for shore excursions? Here's a list of our handiest tips for planning your excursion must-haves.

Tips on What to Pack for Your Cruise

Packing for a cruise aboard Norwegian Cruise Line should feel easy because the days ahead will be. Think clothes that don’t rush you, shoes that don’t argue with you, and shorts that work well at noon and at sunset. Out here, it’s less about outfits and more about options. Things you can move in. Breathe in. Accidentally nap in. So before you overthink it (you know you will), here’s the simple truth: if it lets the day take you where it wants to go, pack it. If it doesn’t, leave it home (along with your agenda).

Observation Lounge couple strolling-Alaska.

Cruise Tips: What to Expect on Embarkation Day

If you're reading this article, then most likely your cruise vacation date with Norwegian is quickly sailing your way! Embarkation day is very exciting and involves a lot of moving parts as guests check in and board, luggage is delivered to staterooms, and you get settled in and explore the ship. One of the many great things about sailing with Norwegian Cruise Line is that they have worked hard to ensure that the embarkation process goes as smoothly as possible.

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