Boca de Valeria

Nestled along Brazil's sun-washed Atlantic coast, Boca de Valeria stands apart from the usual cruise-port shuffle with its intimate scale, pride in local culture, and a commitment to immersive, ship-to-shore experiences. Here, ships slip into a sheltered harbor that opens directly to a string of pristine coves and color-swept town squares, minimizing tender time and maximizing time ashore. Signature experiences unfold at the water's edge: dawn dolphin-watched mangrove safaris, a private boat ride to secret beaches, a capoeira and samba-infused welcome on the quay, and a chef-led tasting circuit that showcases Bahian moquecas, fresh cashew cacao, and sunset caipirinhas. Excursions are designed to connect guests with destinations that are both diverse and accessible—historical colonial towns painted in pastel hues, tidal lagoons where ibis and pelicans wheel above, and eco-parks where rainforest breezes mingle with ocean spray. The port's modern fleet features a dock that can cradle mid-sized expedition ships and larger cruise liners, with advanced green port operations, shore power, and rapid loading systems that cut embarkation times. Onboard services mirror the locale's warmth: multilingual concierges, elevated dining concepts, a spa and wellness deck, enriching enrichment programs about Brazil's biodiversity, and family-focused activities that keep every guest engaged from sunset to starlit skies.