The Rio João de Tiba is a river in the state of Bahia, Brazil, flowing through the municipality of Santa Cruz Cabrália. It empties into the Atlantic Ocean, and its mouth is noted as a significant area where fresh water mixes with the sea, creating an environment popular for birdwatching and ornithology. The river is a working waterway, with fishing boats seen at a port in the city of Santa Cruz Cabrália, indicating commercial and recreational boating activity. While the river is described as having scenic beauty and ecological importance, one visitor review specifically noted that the rivers in the area were "very dirty," which is a critical consideration for water quality. The river's character appears to be a mix of natural estuary and active port, with the potential for wildlife observation, particularly birds, near its confluence with the ocean. For paddlers, the presence of fishing boats suggests shared use of the waterway, requiring standard navigation awareness. There are trails near the river, with one estimated at 18.3 miles, which may offer land-based access points or parallel routes, but specific put-in or take-out locations for boats are not detailed. No information was found regarding specific paddling regulations, seasonal water temperatures, recommended routes, or facilities for paddlers.