Best of Northeast Brazil - 8 days Tour by On The Go Tours

8 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

2 peopleMinimum to book

18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

São Luís, Brazil

Ends

Fortaleza, Brazil

Highlights

Sao Luis - Begin your Brazilian journey in this scenic coastal city, located at the estuary of the Pindare, Mearim and Itapecuru rivers

Lencois Maranhenses National Park - Ride a 4X4 deep into this remote reserve, with time for hiking and swimming, then watch the sun set over the dunes

Atins - Embark on a speedboat journey along the Preguicas River, stopping at captivating fishing villages and remote communities en route

Canto do Atins - Enjoy a free morning to try your hand at kite surfing and head into this protected reserve to explore

Parnaiba Delta - Discover lush islands and riverbanks teeming with life as your journey from Atins to Parnaiba

Jericoacoara - Take in the dunes and lakes of Jericoacoara National Park and spend some time exploring the city at your own pace

Itinerary

Venture off the beaten path with the "Best of Northeast Brazil – 8 Days" tour, designed for inquisitive travelers eager to discover Brazil’s lesser-known wonders. Beginning in São Luís, this private trip whisks you through the breathtaking dunes and shimmering lakes of Lençóis Maranhenses National Park—a landscape unlike anywhere else on earth. Speed along the lush Preguiças River and navigate the islands of the Parnaiba Delta, then explore the stunning beaches and unique terrain of Jericoacoara National Park. Robust 4x4 vehicles help you traverse challenging terrain with ease, while daily activities are tailored to be accessible and enjoyable for all. The adventure concludes with an included transfer to Fortaleza Airport, ensuring a seamless end to your journey. The unique selling point? This tour unlocks the untouched beauty of northeast Brazil, offering exclusive access to dramatic landscapes rarely seen by the average visitor, all at a pace comfortable for seniors and experienced explorers alike.

day 1 - Sao Luis

Welcome to Sao Luis, a city in northeastern Brazil located at the estuary of the Pindare, Mearim and Itapecuru rivers in Maranhao state. On arrival, you will be met and transferred by private vehicle to your hotel in the city. The rest of the day is yours to head out and explore.

Tour Style: The majority of excursions on this tour are on a shared basis, meaning you will be joined by other travellers. See the Inclusions section for more information.

OverNight:Sao Luis

day 2 - Sao Luis to Barreirinhas

Sao Luis - Barreirinhas. Departing Sao Luis at around 8:00, you will make the scenic 4-hour journey through Babassu and Buriti plantations to Barreirinhas, located on the banks of the Preguicas River. After some time to check in and freshen up, you will head out for the afternoon to explore nearby Lencois Maranhenses National Park. From March to September, the national park fills with hundreds of lakes formed by rainwater.

Your included 4X4 tour takes you deep into the heart of Lencois, where you can enjoy the breathtaking scenery and enjoy a hike along the Lagoa Azul circuit. There's time for a swim in one of the lagoons too, and you can enjoy a beautiful sunset over the sand dunes of the park. After your tour, you are transferred back to Barreirinhas for a leisurely evening.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Barreirinhas

day 3 - Barreirinhas to Atins

Barreirinhas - Atins. Say goodbye to Barreirinhas as you transfer to the river bank at around 8:15, boarding a speedboat bound for the remote village of Atins. As you cruise along the Preguicas River, enjoy the surrounding scenery of mangroves, buriti palms and jucara trees, and keep your eyes peeled for a heron or kingfisher on the riverbanks.

Along the journey, you will stop in the municipality of Vassouras, where you can taste the freshest local coconut water and meet playful almost-tame capuchin monkeys. In the fishing village of Mandacaru, you can climb the 160 steps to the Preguicas Lighthouse for panoramic views over the dunes, river and ocean. Mid-afternoon, disembark and travel by 4X4 to your inn in Atins.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Atins

day 4 - Atins Free Time & Canto do Atins

Atins - Canto do Atins - Atins. Atins and its surrounding dunes are a kitesurfing hotspot, so maybe you could use your free time this morning to give it a go?

At around 15:00, transfer in a 4X4 vehicle to Canto do Atins, a remote protected area where you can discover rolling dunes and temporary rain-filled lakes of the rainy season. Enjoy sunset in this beautiful area before returning to Atins for the night.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Atins

day 5 - Exploring the Parnaiba Delta

Atins - Parnaiba. This morning, board another speedboat to cross the river, reaching Cabure. From here, climb aboard a 4X4 vehicle to Tutoia, passing mile after mile of deserted beaches to reach Paulino Neves. From here, it's back aboard another speedboat to explore the Parnaiba Delta. Observe a crab hunting demonstration and pass a viewpoint at Sao Bernardo, where you can see a small church appearing in the middle of nowhere. Another stop will be made at Morro de Meio, where you can enjoy a swim. A lunch stop will be made at one of the lush islands of the Parnaiba Delta (lunch not included) before you arrive in the city of the same name.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Parnaiba

day 6 - Parnaiba to Jericoacoara

Parnaiba - Jericoacoara. Departing Parnaiba at 9:00 in a 4X4 vehicle, you begin your journey to Jericoacoara. Along the way, travel through Camocim and take a ferry to Ilha do Amor. From here, pass miles of dunes and deserted beaches and make photo stops at Duna do Funil and Lagoa da Torta in Tatajuba. A stop for lunch (not included) is made by the lagoon in Tatajuba, where you can relax in comfortable hammocks. Boarding another ferry at Guriu, you reach Jericoacoara at around 15:00. After checking in to tonight's accommodation, the rest of your day is at leisure.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Jericoacoara

day 7 - Jericoacoara National Park

Jericoacoara - Jericoacoara National Park - Jericoacoara. This morning, you will head out of the city to explore nearby Jericoacoara National Park, stopping along the way at the Arvore da Preguica, a famous tree that is growing horizontally. Arriving at the national park, your morning will be spent exploring the stunning dunes of the park and swimming in some of the seasonal lakes that form here. Enjoy a lunch stop at Lagoa do Paraiso (lunch not included) before returning to Jericoacoara at around 14:00. The afternoon is at leisure.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Jericoacoara

day 8 - Transfer to Fortaleza

Jericoacoara - Fortaleza. Your tour ends today after breakfast and hotel check out. An included transfer to Fortaleza Airport (5 hour drive) is provided.

Meals:1 Breakfast

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What's Included

Accommodation

7 nights accommodation (1 night 3-star hotel in Parnaiba, 2 nights 4-star hotel in Sao Luis & Barreirinhas, 2 nights 5-star hotel in Jericoacoara & 2 nights superior lodge in Atins)

Meals

7 breakfasts

Transport

Private airport arrival transfer on day 1 and airport departure transfer on day 6A mixture of shared and private transportation in regular and 4X4 vehicles, plus ferry and speedboat transportation as per the itinerary4x4 vehicle tour to the Grand Lencois and visit to the Lagoon (shared service)

Others

Services of expert bi-lingual (English, Spanish and Portuguese) speaking local guides for included sightseeingBoat tour on the Preguicas River with visits to the villages of Vassouras, Mandacaru, Cabure, and Atins (shared service)4X4 Tour to Canto do Atins (shared service)Buggy tour to Blue Lagoon and Paradise (private tour)

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