The slave ship Bom Jesus Esgueira left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Brazil. About 592 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Bom Jesus Esgueira; flag: Portugal / Brazil; rig: Curveta. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Cruz, Manoel Álvares da; Captain: Sena, Antônio Vieira de. The voyage began at Rio de Janeiro on 17 May 1802. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Benguela (West Central Africa and St Helena). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Rio de Janeiro. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 8.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.