Paddling near Salvador, Bahia
Salvador, the capital of Bahia, sits on a peninsula flanked by the open Atlantic and the vast Baía de Todos os Santos — one of the largest bays in Brazil. The bay's generally calm waters make it the primary paddling ground for the city, drawing kayakers, canoeists, and SUP riders. Hawaiian canoe tours depart from Praia da Preguiça, and the bay's sheltered stretches suit everything from guided mangrove exploration to open-water crossings.
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