SALVADOR, BRAZIL
November 16-23, 2026
Connect with Afro-Brazilian culture
Dance samba in the streets
Learn Brazilian Culinary Traditions
Experience Salvador
November 16-23, 2026
Price: $3,500 | Deposit: $750 | Payment Plans
Klarna, Affirm, & Afterpay available
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, cook local food, and attend a music festival all during Brazil’s Black Consciousness Month.
Imagine starting your mornings slowly with a fresh, locally-made breakfast at our boutique-style hotel
Dance at Afropunk Music Festival
Taste Acarajé at a cooking class led by Baianas, the culture-keepers of Afro-Brazilian tradition
Connect with our shared ancestral history
Learn about Afro-Brazilian spirituality, Candomblé, with experts
Leave feeling connected, grateful, and inspired
THE SYLLABUS
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THE SYLLABUS *
This collection tells the stories often left out of mainstream travel guides and history books.
Engage with them before traveling to Brazil to understand the deeper context of what you'll experience with us - from Samba's Black roots to the resistance woven into Candomblé.
For us, education and liberation go hand in hand. Your immersion starts now.
Crooked Plow
Deep in Brazil’s neglected Bahia hinterland, two sisters find an ancient knife beneath their grandmother’s bed and, momentarily mystified by its power, decide to taste its metal. The shuddering violence that follows marks their lives and binds them together forever.
Portrait of a Place: Pavilhão
From the samba schools of Rio de Janeiro, director Victoria Fiore celebrates a rich spiritual tradition rooted in Afro-Brazilian identity, resistance and resilience
Your Itinerary
Don’t worry, we handle everything. You just show up and enjoy.
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Welcome to Salvador! We will pick you up from Salvador–Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA) and whisk you to our cozy boutique hotel.
As you settle into your home for the week, we’ll be preparing for tonight’s welcome dinner, where you’ll get your first taste of Salvador with authentic dishes for dinner at one of the city’s best Black-owned restaurants.
After dinner, we’ll hit the Salvador streets for a private music experience at a local record shop.
Saude!
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Today, you’ll soak up the sights and sounds of the vibrant African market, Salvador’s Historic Center, and a favela community in the city's heart (with stunning views of All Saints Bay) to learn about its people, history, and culture, and taste local food at a Black-owned beachside restaurant.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
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You’ll get a peek into Afro-Brazilian history and culture, including its spirituality, with a visit to a Candomblé Temple and the famous Órixas lakes.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
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Pull out your Buoyant Salvador map and explore the city however you feel called to. This day is all yours.
Meals: Breakfast
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Take a bite out of Salvador on this cooking class hands-on experience where we’ll learn how to make the famous street food created by Black women, Acarajé.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
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Boat day & island visit
It's ain’t a Buoyant trip without a boat day. Today, we'll head to Salvador's beautiful waters for a private boat day experience with good music, bites, drinks, and vibes.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
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We're sad to see you go, but thank you for experiencing Salvador with us.
Until next time!
Meals: Breakfast
What Tiffany loved about her second Buoyant trip
Meet Your Trip Hosts
Briona
Briona is Buoyant's Founder & CEO and an award-winning travel journalist. She started Buoyant in her dorm room in 2017 and has been operating group trips since Ghana's 2019 'Year of Return.' Salvador quickly became one of her favorite places on earth after her 2022 visit.
Tianna
Tianna is a multilingual community manager fluent in English, Spanish, and American Sign Language, embracing her 4th language, Portuguese, while soaking up life in Salvador, Brasil.
As Buoyant’s Community Manager for Brasil, she weaves together a global network of Black travelers through authentic stories, engaging content, and events that celebrate the Black diaspora.
What To Expect
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Single occupancy rooms in a boutique hotel — no room sharing!
All tours and experiences listed on the itinerary
Transportation to scheduled tours and experiences
Airport transfers on designated arrival and departure dates
Meals as indicated on the itinerary
Experienced local tour guides throughout the trip
Buoyant’s Salvador Google Map & Playlist
WhatsApp group message
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Flights to/from Salvador (SSA)
Pre/post-trip accommodations
Travel insurance (required)
Passport or visa fees
Gratuities and incidental expenses
Alcohol and meals not listed on the itinerary
This Experience Is For You If:
You’re a vibe
We welcome all Black folks from across the diaspora to join us with an open mind and the good energy required to connect with new people and explore a new place together.
You grown, grown
We’re grown, and sharing rooms isn’t our thing. Every traveler on this trip gets a single-occupancy room, and unlike other companies, we never charge you more for traveling solo.
Traveling with your kinfolk and want to share a room? Email us for a lil discount.
You love Black people
We envision a united diaspora. We intentionally designed this experience to connect you with cool people, places, and experiences while supporting Black-owned businesses in Salvador.
Ready to explore Afro-Brazilian history and make lifelong connections?
When you travel with us, you're not simply a tourist. You're connected.
Your Questions, Answered
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Plan to arrive in Salvador by 3 PM on the November 16, 2026 at Salvador International Airport (SSA).
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.
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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 4 weeks before the 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.
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
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We offer bimonthly payment plans.
A $750 deposit is due at booking, and three equal payments of $916 are automatically billed on:
May 15, 2026
July 15, 2026
September 15, 2026
Klarna, Afterpay, Affirm: Want to pay with one of these popular pay-later options instead? Send us an email before booking at support@buoyanttravel.com, and we'll send you a special link.
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All travelers will have a private single-occupancy room at a charming boutique property in the heart of Salvador. Most rooms are interior, giving the space a cozy, tucked-in feel.
Traveling with your kinfolk and want to share a room? Email us for a lil discount.
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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, 2026, at 6 PM EST.
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Check out reviews from our previous clients here.
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By booking this trip, you agree to our cancellation policy, as described below.
For all bookings before June 1, 2026, you may receive a full refund up to 24 hours after booking. Bookings made after June 1, 2026, are not eligible for 24-hour refunds.
Cold feet? If you need to cancel after, we may transfer your trip place and payments to someone else at our discretion.
Due to existing contracts with our tourism partners worldwide, if you cancel after 24 hours, we may or may not provide future trip credits at our discretion.
To cancel, email support@buoyanttravel.com
Note: If Buoyant cancels this trip, all registered attendees will receive a full refund of any payments made before Buoyant's cancellation. However, the deposit remains non-refundable as it is an administrative fee for our small team.