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Description:
Among the various segments of tourism Xperiencer Tour Brazil also stands out in ecotourism and adventure tourism. For this reason our team is continuously committed to presenting new itineraries such as Paraty, Ilha Grande, Conceição de Ibitipoca among others. At this moment, we present to our clients an itinerary that our team has desired for quite a long time: The Lençóis Maranhenses National Park.
The Lençóis Maranhenses National Park on July 26, 2024 was awarded the title of Natural Heritage of Humanity recognized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and are known as the largest dune park in Brazil with about 155.000 hectares of which 90,000 hectares are free dunes and interdunal lagoons. This oasis, known as the Brazil desert, is located in the state of Maranhão, 250km from the capitl São Luís, showcases extraordinary natural beauty where the following stand out:
The splendor of the dunes that can reach up to 40 meters in height.
The charm of the inter-dunal lagoons.
The sunrise and the sunset.
The local flora and fauna.
The Lençóis Maranhenses National Park is so amazing that it has the potential to develop various activities that will please all types of tourists such as:
Hiking through the dunes.
Swimming in the various lagoons.
Admire the lue sand desert.
Visits to local communities (Vila de Atins and Barreirinhas).
Tasting the local cuisine.
Taking 4×4 vehicle tours.
Boat tours.
Hiking the trail to Lagoa das Esmeraldas.
Excursion to Lagoas Azul and Peixe.
4×4 vehicle tours in Santo Amaro.
Speedboat trip along the Preguiça River.
Kitesurfing.
4×4 vehicle tours to Betânia.
ATV ride through the lagoons of Lençóis Maranhenses.
Aerial tour over the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park.
Three-day trekking.
Windsurfing.
Xperincer Tour Brazil offers a three-day itinerary for its clients to explore this paradise in northeastern Brazil; however, if necessary, we can create proposals for 4 days and even 7 days in order to meet the expectations of our tourists.
What is the best time to visit Lençóis Maranhenses? Our team recommends that the best time to visit this oasis is between the months of June and September due to the lower incidence of rainfall.
Individual price for tour with at least 2 people,
Check the values for private tours or shared group tours.
ITINERARY
Arrival Day:
Transfer from São Luís to Barreirinhas (4 hours travel).
Boat tour from Barreirinhas to Atins – Route: Preguiças River with 3 stops: Vassouras Beach, Mandacaru Village, Caburé Peninsula.
Overnight at Pousada Atins.
Day 1: Atins – Baixada Grande
5 AM: Start of the crossing.
4×4 vehicle trip to the fisherman’s tent.
Beginning of the 16 km hike through the dunes, approximately 5 hours of walking.
Arrival at Baixa Grande, one of the oases in the middle of the park, where some of the most beautiful lagoons can be found.
Lunch.
Time allocated for rest until 4p.m, then visit to the lagoons and rivers in the area for sunset observation on the dunes.
Dinner and overnight stay in the rendário at Baixa Grande.
Day 2: Baixada Grande – Queimada dos Britos
Breakfast.
Departure to continue the crossing at 8:30 a.m.
10 km hike through the dunes, about 3 hours walking, with stops for swimming in lagoons and taking photos.
Arrival at Queimada dos Britos.
Lunch.
Rest until 4p.m. then visit the dunes with views for sunset.
Dinner and overnight stay in the rendário at Queimada dos Britos.
Day 3: Queimada dos Britos – Betânia – Santo Amaro
Breakfast.
Departure to finalize the crossing at 4:30 a.m..
15 km hike through the dunes about 4 hours and 40 minutes of walking.
This route is regarded as the most beautiful circuit in the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park.
Visit to Lagoa do Junco, recognized by visitors as the most beautiful.
4×4 vehicle ride to Santo Amaro approximately 9 km (about 30 minutes).
Regardless of the trail characteristics, our team is committed to adapting to the profile of our clients and providing a unique experience for all visitors.
We believe that tourism can, and indeed should, be enjoyed by a diverse range of people, regardless of age, height, weight, or exercise/sport experience. Xperiencer Tour Brasil also promotes opportunities for people with disabilities (PWD), including wheelchair users, to join our group for these activities.
We believe that leisure is a powerful tool to strengthen family relationships, and therefore our team develops personalized activities to cater to children and transform these moments into unforgettable experiences.
If you want to engage in tourism, relieve everyday stress, practice sports (hiking, trekking, horseback riding, rafting, climbing, paragliding, waterfall climbing, rappelling, or zip-lining), observe nature, challenge your limits, meet new people, take boat rides, enjoy amazing moments with friends, or spend your free time with family, Xperiencer is your ideal partner for this journey.
Our team is committed to adapting the suggested itineraries as necessary to meet our clients’ requests.
We are here to provide you with a fantastic experience.
Backpack (30/40 liters).
UV shirt.
Sunscreen.
Hat/ cap.
Vaseline (prevention of chafing).
Snacks.
Cash.
Personal hygiene items.
Medications.
Swimwear.
Extra clothes.
Comfortable sneakers.