Experience Salvador

Post-Black Travel Summit Exclusive Trip

November 17-21, 2025

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BOOK SALVADOR

Experience The Heart Of Black Brazil  

November 17-21, 2025

You’ll visit Black-owned businesses, learn about Salvador’s history, dance in the streets, taste street food, and more.

About your trip

Salvador is the Blackest city outside of Africa—that’s one reason to love it.

We’ll visit Black-owned businesses, learn about Salvador’s history, dance in the streets, experience local food and nightlife, and attend a music festival from this coastal city during Brazil’s Black Consciousness Month.

What’s included

  • 4-star hotel accommodations in single rooms

  • All activities listed on the itinerary

  • Transportation to and from the airport (only on the trip start & end date)

  • Daily breakfast, 3 lunches, 1 dinner

  • Buoyant Salvador Travel Guide

  • WhatsApp group message

  • Experienced local tour guides and a Buoyant host with you throughout the trip

Not included

  • International or domestic flights

Itinerary

Flight

Please remember to book your flight to land in Salvador (SSA) by 4 PM.

Day 1

Arrival in Salvador | welcome dinner & private local music experience

Day 2

Flavors of Salvador | Street food tour

Day 3

Fly Black Sh*t | Immersive Black history tour

Day 4

Explore Salvador | Beach Favela experience

Day 5

Depart from Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA)

Trip Cost: $2,900

Deposit: $350

Monthly payment plans available—Book below 👇🏾

BOOK SALVADOR
Two men exchanging a leafy plant outdoors in front of a church with a cross on top and a bell tower, under a blue sky with some clouds.
Group of women with diverse styles and bright clothing posing on cobblestone street in colorful city area
Four women in swimsuits celebrating on a boat, taking selfies, holding drinks, and enjoying the sunny day.
Colorful hillside houses in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, painted in green, blue, yellow, and pink, with laundry hanging and lush greenery surrounding.
Group of women smiling and posing for a photo outside a building with a large green door and ornate wrought iron gate.

YOUR ITINERARY

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YOUR ITINERARY *

A woman standing next to a colorful mural that reads 'I love being black' with a heart symbol, smiling and posing with her arms raised in a peace sign.

  • Welcome to Salvador!

    We will pick you up from Salvador–Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA) and whisk you to our cozy hotel.

    A Buoyant welcome gift will await you, and as you settle into your home for the week, we’ll be preparing for tonight’s welcome dinner.

    You’ll get your first taste of Salvador with authentic dishes for dinner at one of the city’s best restaurants.

    After dinner, we’ll head to a local record shop for a private music experience.

    Saude!

  • Salvador Street Flavors

    Take a bite out of Salvador on this street food experience, stopping at some of the city's beloved Black-owned restaurants. We'll eat our way around town, tasting the best of Bahian cuisine.

  • Black History Tour 

    We must tap into Afro-Brazilian history and culture; today is the day. This immersive experience takes us to the heart of Salvador, Pelourinho, where we'll take a walking tour to learn about the beautiful Black history of this city. You'll even get a glimpse of Afro-Brazilian spirituality. 

A traditional Mexican meal served on a black tray, including white rice with herbs, yellow grated cheese, fresh pico de gallo, orange slices, and Black Bean Soup in clay pots.

  • Beach Favela Tour

    Today, we'll visit a favela community in the city's heart (with views of All Saints Bay) to learn about its people, history, and culture, and taste local food at a Black-owned beachside bar and restaurant. 

  • We're sad to see you go, but thank you for experiencing Salvador with us. Until next time!

BOOK SALVADOR HERE

WHAT OUR KINFOLK SAY

Saidah B.

Wonderful experience with a wonderful group ! Briona was such a warm and welcoming host. This was my first travel group and I was quite nervous but I am so glad I took the risk and this was my first travel group experience. The activities were well thought out, from good tour to Afro Punk to the historical tour of beautiful Salvador, I truly enjoyed myself.

Group of smiling women standing on outdoor steps, waving and posing for a photo, with a decorative iron gate and building with green door in the background.

Jalena T.

This was my first time doing a group tour, and I'm glad I did it with Buoyant Travel. The group wasn't so big that I didn't get personalized attention, and it wasn't so small that I felt smothered. As someone who likes to have time to do my own thing, the trip was very flexible with how I spent my time and the activities I wanted to participate in. I really enjoyed the pace and diversity of activities that Buoyant and the guides curated. I wouldn't hesitate to book a trip again.

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YOUR ACCOMMODATIONS

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YOUR ACCOMMODATIONS *

4-star hotel | Single occupancy rooms

Modern hotel room with a large bed, beige headboard, white bedding, a small sitting area with a beige armchair and a red chair, a wooden table, and floor-to-ceiling curtains with soft ambient lighting.
Rooftop pool area on top of a building with wooden lounging chairs, surrounded by a white railing, with city buildings and a clear blue sky in the background.

 Important Notes

  • Please plan to arrive in Salvador by 4 PM on November 17, 2025.

    We usually have our welcome dinner around 7 PM, so landing earlier allows time to settle into the hotel before dinner.

    If your flight arrives after the welcome dinner, causing you to miss the experience, please plan to eat at the hotel’s restaurant (or elsewhere) at your own expense.

  • Brazil Visa Requirements - FAQs

    Do I need a visa to visit Brazil? Yes, U.S. citizens need an e-visa to enter Brazil. The visa costs approximately $80 USD and must be obtained before travel.

    What is the application process? The Brazil e-visa application is completed online through the official Brazilian government portal. Processing typically takes 5 business days, though we recommend applying at least 2 weeks before your trip.

    What documents do I need for the visa application? You'll need:

    • A valid passport with at least 6 months’ validity and 2 blank pages

    • A recent passport-style photo

    • Basic personal and travel information

    Do I need to show proof of $2,000 in my bank account? No. Despite widespread misinformation online, NO specific monetary amount is required for tourist visas to Brazil.

    The "$2,000 requirement" is a myth that various outlets have incorrectly reported.

    Instead, it's a standard immigration guideline about having "sufficient funds" for your stay—a vague recommendation standard to many countries' entry requirements, not a specific monetary threshold.

    How will Buoyant assist with the visa process? After booking, we'll provide detailed visa application instructions, timeline recommendations, and support for any questions that arise during the process. While each traveler is responsible for securing their own visa, we're here to guide you through the steps.

    When should I apply for my visa? We recommend applying for your Brazil e-visa 30-60 days before departure.

    For the most current information and to apply: Official Brazil E-Visa Website

  • Of course! Payment plans are available from the time of booking through September 15, 2025. If you book after this date, full payment is due when you book the trip.

    A non-refundable $350 deposit is due at booking.

  • All travelers will get a private single-occupancy room. However, if traveling with a buddy, we can ensure you're roomed together.

  • Yes! All trip attendees must share a copy of their passport, round trip flight, Brazil tourist visa, and emergency contact information. 

    We require copies of these documents in case of an emergency and confirm that your documents are valid before traveling to Brazil with Buoyant. 

    We'll send you a secure link to share this sensitive information. Travelers must submit all documents by October 1, 2025, at 6 PM EST. 

  • Check out reviews from our previous clients here: https://bit.ly/48Tdwwv

    • For all trips booked before July 1, 2025, you may receive a full refund up to 48 hours after booking. Trips booked after this date aren’t eligible for 48-hour refunds. 

    • After 48 hours, all deposits and future payments are non-refundable. 

    • Life happens! If you must cancel after 48 hours, we can transfer your trip place and payments to someone else.

    • If you cancel after 48 hours, we may issue you future trip credits at our discretion.

      To cancel, email hello@buoyanttravel.com

THIS EXPERIENCE IS FOR YOU IF:

You A Vibe

We welcome all Black folks from across the diaspora to join us with open-mindedness and good energy for connecting with new people and experiences.

You Grown, Grown

We grown and sharing rooms isn’t our thing. Every traveler on this trip gets a single-occupancy room, and unlike other companies, we won’t charge you more for traveling solo.

You Love Black People

We envision a united diaspora. We designed this experience to connect you with cool people, places, and businesses in Ghana.