Kiaroa

Remote, but not remotely uncomfortable, Kiaroa is one of Brazil's finest eco-lodges.

Kiaroa is situated in the Camamu Bay eco-sanctuary, a 25-minute flight south of Salvador. There are just 24 rooms and bungalows hidden away along the shoreline of what must be one of Brazil's most beautiful beaches - which is saying something.

There's a pretty eclectic blend of styles going on here, with everything from Polynesian to Balinese and African elements on show, but the vibe is unmistakably laid-back Brazilian. Standard accommodation is in 14 rooms and there are an additional 14 bungalows of varying shapes and sizes and designs.

Being so close to the sea the restaurant menus inevitably feature a good deal of the freshest seafood but for non-fish fans there is plenty of other excellent top quality fare.

Build up an appetite with a selection of activities including overland tours, quad biking, cycling, boat trips through mangroves or to remote waterfalls, snorkelling, deep sea fishing, or sailing. More sedate pleasures are available at the Armonia spa, tucked away in the forest.

Other places to stay


	Uxua Casa Set on Trancoso's historic central square, the Quadrado, the Uxua Casa Hotel consists of nine individual homes built by local artisans using traditional building methods.
	Txai With each bungalow built individually on stilts and spread out among the coconut groves, the maximum amount of privacy and tranquillity are ensured at the Txai resort.
	Fazenda da Lagoa Fazenda da Lagoa is a luxury beach retreat on the coast of Bahia, 25 miles south of Ilhéus.
	Villa Bahia Villa Bahia is a charming, small hotel in the historical city of Salvador.
	Convento do Carmo As Brazil’s first luxury historic hotel this beautifully restored convent not only boasts a sense of grandeur thanks to stone flagged floors and age-old cloisters, but beautifully incorporates subtle elements of modernity.
	Canto das Aguas Canto das Aguas is a charming hotel situated on rough granite rocks, in the curve of the beautiful Lencois River.
	Pousada Etnia Etnia Pousada is a stylish and chic boutique hotel, cleverly combining its simple contemporary design to its natural settings.
	Casa do Amarelindo Casa do Amarelindo is a charming hotel, built within in a fully restored 19th Century building in the heart of the Pelhourinho.
	Villas de Trancoso Trancoso, Bahia in the Brazilian North-east is the hippest beach destination in South America.
	Estrela D’Agua Estrela D’Agua is a charming pousada set within extensive tropical gardens situated just outside the hip town of Trancoso.
	Alcino's Pousada This wonderfully restored 19th century colonial mansion offers ultimate simplicity with all the charm of a boutique hotel.
	Vila Naia Vila Naia is designed to resemble a traditional fishing village, but we're pretty sure your average Brazilian seafarer doesn't live in such style.