Brazil’s Alagoas coast is emerging as one of north-east Brazil’s most compelling destinations for international travellers, offering a lesser trodden and low-key alternative to the country’s better-known coastal escapes. Long popular with Brazilians for its white-sand beaches, warm waters and coral reefs, the region remains relatively under the radar internationally even as a new generation of boutique and luxury properties arrives, from Kenoa and Pedras de Patacho to ambitious new developments including 23-suite Nannai Milagres and forthcoming Salg Patacho. Beyond the beaches lies a rich cultural landscape of traditional communities, craft and livelihoods that remains little known outside Brazil.
New for 2027, Humboldt launches Alagoas: Brazil’s Hidden Coast, a 15-night journey which travels from the São Francisco Delta to the Costa dos Corais, beginning on a private island amid the delta’s white dunes, with a visit to a Quilombola community, before heading inland to historic Piranhas and the dramatic Xingó Canyons. Guests follow the history of the cangaço and meet riverside communities before reaching Ilha do Ferro, a remarkable centre of Brazilian craft where artisans open their homes and ateliers to share traditional woodcarving and embroidery. The journey then reaches the coast, with encounters including oyster farming before continuing to Praia do Patacho and São Miguel dos Milagres, where coral reefs, mangroves and fishing villages sit alongside a new generation of design-led hospitality. Over two weeks, travellers will combine the landscapes and living culture of the São Francisco with one of the country’s most quietly exciting emerging coastlines, offering a rare chance to experience a lesser-seen side of Brazil.
A 15-night Alagoas: Brazil’s Hidden Coast itinerary starts from £13,780 per person, based on two sharing. Including all internal flights, transfers, accommodation, activities, and some meals. International flights can be arranged for an additional cost.
Alagoas: Brazil’s Hidden Coast