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8-Day Lencois Maranhenses and Jericoacoara

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Trip Overview

On this exciting 8-day trip you will get the chance to explore the unique landscapes of northeastern Brazil, home to far-reaching sand dunes, a stunning national park and historic colonial architecture.

Starting in Lençóis Maranhenses, explore the river trails and spectacular sand dunes that make up for much of the scenery in this region. During your time here you will explore the Preguiças River by boat and have a chance to taste some of the best seafood in the area.

Continue your trip in Jericoacoara, a beach town renowned for its sparkling white sands and freshwater lagoons. You can spend your days here kitesurfing and windsurfing on Preá Beach or taking a dip in the azure waters of Paradise Lagoon for a truly unforgettable trip.
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Itinerary

Day 1

Explore Sao Luis' Charming Historical Centre

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Explore Sao Luis' Charming Historical Centre

Upon arrival at São Luís airport, you will be transferred to the historical city centre. Stroll on the narrow cobblestone streets and witness the rich ancient architecture of the well-preserved mansions, churches and squares. The charm of this city is imprinted in the hand-painted Portuguese wall tiles decorating every house and low-rise. After the visit, you will be transferred to Barreirinhas, where you will be staying the next few nights.

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    Accommodation

    Porto Preguiças Resort4 star

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    Activities

    Sao Luis Historic Centre

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Aeroporto Internacional de São Luís - Marechal Cunha Machado to São Luiz Historical Center

    Private Driver from São Luiz Historical Center to Barreirinhas

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    Destinations

    São Luís

    Barreirinhas

Day 2

Boat Ride and Canto do Atins

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Boat Ride and Canto do Atins

In the morning, you will be taken to the pier to embark on a boat and sail along the Preguiças River towards Atins. In Porto de Fora, a 4x4 vehicle will be waiting to pick you up and take you to a lagoon at Canto do Atins, a transfer that will take approximately 30 minutes. Enjoy some free time sunbathing and swimming in the lagoons of Atins before enjoying lunch at the famous restaurant Camarão do Canto Atins. Finally, you will be transferred back to the port to return to Barreirinhas.

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    Accommodation

    Porto Preguiças Resort4 star

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    Activities

    Canto do Atins

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Porto Preguiças Resort to Preguiças River

    Boat from Preguiças River to Atins

    Off-Road from Preguiças River to Atins

    Boat from Atins to Preguiças River

    Private Driver from Preguiças River to Porto Preguiças Resort

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Barreirinhas

    State of Maranhão

Day 3

Full-Day Discovering Lençóis Maranhenses National Park

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Full-Day Discovering Lençóis Maranhenses National Park

After breakfast at your hotel, you will enjoy a full day exploring the natural beauty found in Lençóis Maranhenses National Park. Experience a marvellous walk through the numerous sand dunes and river trails here that make up much of the landscape. The dunes are also dotted with large rainwater lagoons that you can swim in, and you will pay a visit to a number of them, including the beautiful Lagoa Bonita and Lagoa Azul.

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    Accommodation

    Porto Preguiças Resort4 star

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    Activities

    Parque Nacional dos Lençóis Maranhenses

    Lagoa Bonita

    Lagoa Azul - Barreirinhas

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Porto Preguiças Resort to Parque Nacional dos Lençóis Maranhenses

    Private Driver from Parque Nacional dos Lençóis Maranhenses to Porto Preguiças Resort

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Barreirinhas

    State of Maranhão

Day 4

Boat Ride and Journey to Parnaíba

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Boat Ride and Journey to Parnaíba

After breakfast, take a speedboat ride along the Preguiças River and visit a local family that produces flour in their home. On the way, stop in Vassouras and in Mandacatu to visit the local lighthouse where you can enjoy the view of the Pequenos Lençois and the sea. Later, depart by car to Parnaíba, in Piauí. The trip takes around 4h, alternating between sand, land and ground paths. During the journey, you will pass through many picturesque villages.

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    Accommodation

    Casa de Santo Antônio Hotel de Charme3 star

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    Activities

    Preguiças Lighthouse

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Porto Preguiças Resort to Preguiças River

    Boat from Preguiças River to Preguiças River

    Private Driver from Caburé, Barreirinhas - MA to Parnaíba

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Barreirinhas

    Mandacaru

    Parnaíba

Day 5

Travel to Jericoacoara

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Travel to Jericoacoara

After breakfast, you will make the 3-hour journey to Jericoacoara. Leaving Piauí behind on the way to Ceará, the road passes through amazing dunes and river landscapes beside it. After crossing a sea arm by ferry, you will arrive in Jericoacoara. In the afternoon you are free to try kitesurfing or windsurfing in Preá beach, one of the most sought after places in Brazil for the practice of these sports.

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    Accommodation

    Vila Kalango4 star

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    Activities

    PreáOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Casa de Santo Antônio Hotel de Charme to Jericoacoara

    Ferry from Camocim to Tatajuba

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Parnaíba

    State of Ceará

    Jericoacoara

Day 6

Pedra Furada, Prea Village and Blue Lagoon

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Pedra Furada, Prea Village and Blue Lagoon

After breakfast at your hotel, today you will explore Jericoacoara's most interesting sights. Start the day by walking to Pedra Furada, an incredible rock formation formed over many years due to the sea's erosion. After, a buggy will take you to visit Prea village, known for being one of the best kitesurfing spots in Brazil. Finally, you will head to Lagoa Azul, a beautiful lagoon that is surrounded by white sand dunes - the perfect place for a refreshing dip.

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    Accommodation

    Vila Kalango4 star

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    Activities

    Pedra Furada

    Preá

    Lagoa Azul - Jericoacoara

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    Transportations

    Walking from Vila Kalango to Pedra Furada

    Private Driver from Pedra Furada to Prea Kite Village

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    Breakfast

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    Jericoacoara

    State of Ceará

Day 7

Free Day in Jericoacoara

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Free Day in Jericoacoara

Today you will have a free day to relax in Jericoacoara at your leisure. It remains its charm as a small fishing village but has pristine waters to swim in and beautiful lagoons to visit. You can catch some sun on the well-kept beach, or if you're feeling more adventurous, you can set sail on the azure waters, as there are plenty of sailboats that will take you out for the day or an evening paddle. In the evening you can go to Duna do Por do Sol, one of the best places to watch the sun go down.

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    Accommodation

    Vila Kalango4 star

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    Activities

    JericoacoaraOptional Activity

    Duna do Por do SolOptional Activity

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Jericoacoara

    Jijoca de Jericoacoara

Day 8

Farewell Brazil!

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Farewell Brazil!

On your last day after breakfast at your hotel and checking out, a driver will transfer you to Fortaleza international airport in time for you to take your departing flight home.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Vila Kalango to Pinto Martins – Fortaleza International Airport

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Jericoacoara

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What’s included?

  • 7 nights accommodation
  • 9 activities
  • 7 breakfasts
  • Airport transfer
  • Ground transportation

What’s not included?

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Licensed English speaking guides
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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