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From French-influenced Sao Luis, we head for the
Lençois Maranhenses, where indescribable beauty
surrounds us in the form of sand dunes and clear
lakes. On a river excursion, we travel through the
mangroves of the Parnaiba Delta, one of the three
largest deltas in the whole world and the only one
in the Americas that empties into the open sea. This
unique ecological sanctuary is great for trekking as
well as spotting birds and wildlife. Transportation
by charter flights and off-road 4 x 4 vehicles.
Short itinerary
Day 1 -
Depart from home
Day 2 -
Sao Luis - Day at leisure
Day 3 -
Lençois Maranhenses National
Park - Excursions
Day 4 -
Lençois Maranhenses - River
Excursion
Day 5 -
Delta do Parnaiba - Tour by
4x4 vehicle
Day 6 -
Delta do Parnaiba - Tour by
boat
Day 7 -
Parnaiba - Sao Luis - Day
at leisure
Day 8 -
Sao Luis - Optional
excursions
Day 9 -
Departure
Detailed itinerary
Day 1
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Depart from home
Departure from your home town on an overnight flight to Sao Luis.
Day 2
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Sao Luis - Day at leisure
Arrive in the morning in Sao Luis, the
capital of the state of Maranhão. The city was
originally founded by the French in 1612 and later
occupied by the Dutch in the mid-1600s. The
Portuguese influence was greatest, of course, and
this is reflected in the stately mansions and their
intricate tile facades. Sao Luis is located on the
island of the same name. We will have some time in
the evening to explore. On Avenida Pedro II (named
after the Brazilian emperor) we'll see some of the
oldest buildings in Brazil, such as the 1612 French
fortress and later governor's mansion the Palacio
dos Leon (Lion Palace), the Palácio La Ravardiere
(Ravardiere Palace) which served as both city hall
and the town's prison, as well as the Igreja da
Sé ¨the Sé church) from 1619. Overnight at Briza Mar
or similar in Sao Luis.
Day 3
-
Lençois Maranhenses National
Park - Excursions
We'll leave Sao Luis with a
short charter flight to Barreirinhas. We will be met
at the airport and be transferred in 4x4 vehicles to
the Lençois Maranhenses National Park, the largest
such park in northeastern Brazil. Situated on the
northern coast of the state of Maranhão, the Lençois
Maranhenses National Park consists of a unique
landscape of rolling dunes, some reaching ten meters
(33 feet) in height. It's practically a desert with
thousands of crystal-clear lakes surrounded by
picturesque dunes, mangroves and beaches. The park
derives its name from the fact that the vast expanse
of dunes resembles bed sheets (lençois). On the way,
we will visit Lagoa Azul (Blue Lake) and either dos
Bentos or Lagoa Bonita. Rooms at our lodge are
equipped with a/c, TV, mini fridge. There's also a
pool at the lodge. Here, the tours in the 4x4
(Toyota Bandeirantes or Landrover) are included in
your package. Overnight at the Pousada Buriti or
similar.
Day 4
-
Lençois Maranhenses - River
Excursion
Today we go on a river
excursion on the Preguica River including a visit to
waterfalls. See the best sights of Pequenos Lençois
like Morro do Boi, Alazã Espadarte, Vassouras and
the Mandacaru lighthouse, from which you have a
stupendous overview of the dunes. Lunch on Cambare
Beach. The tour is included in your stay at the
Buriti. Overnight at the Pousada Buriti.
Day 5
-
Delta do Parnaiba - Tour by
4x4 vehicle
We will be transferred in 4x4
vehicles to the Delta do Parnaï region. This unique
area is the only delta in the Western Hemisphere
facing the open sea. Pretty mangrove-lined islands
and dunes are typical of this part of the state of
Piauï. We'll have a panoramic tour that includes the
beaches of Mangue Seco, Tatajuba, Guri, Barra do
Feijã and also along the coast of Piauï where we
will pass Atalá, Peito de Moç, Itaqui, Coqueiro,
Arrombado, Carnaubinha, Maramar e Macapá. Upon
arrival we'll check into our remotely located lodge
with A/C, TV, hot showers and a pool.
Day
6
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Delta do Parnaiba - Tour by
boat
Today we will enjoy a boat tour
on the Parnaiba Delta. Typical lunch will consist of
caranguejada, a wonderful local crab specialty.
Overnight in Delta do Parnaiba.
Day
7
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Parnaiba - Sao Luis - Day
at leisure
Leave Parnaiba to return to
Sao Luis. The rest of the day will be at your
leisure. Enjoy this diverse city's active nightlife
or sample some French-influenced cuisine at one of
the fine restaurants in town. Overnight at Briza Mar
or similar in Sao Luis.
Day
8
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Sao Luis - Optional
excursions
At leisure in Sao Luis. Overnight at
Briza Mar or similar in Sao Luis.
Day
9
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Departure
In the early afternoon, we will depart
back to Sao Luis for the flight to our final
destination.
The ecobrazil family wishes you a great expedition!
Tour package includes
- Local ground transportation by 4x4 SUV's
- Charter flight from Sao Luis to Lençois & Parnaiba
to Sao Luis
- Double accommodations
- Daily breakfast & selected meals
- Selected activities
- Bilingual guide services
NOTE
Prices,
as listed in our rates pages, are subject to availability and may vary by
time of year. All prices are based on double
accommodations and subject to change without notice.
Package does not include airport taxes, optional
tours, tips or items of a personal nature. |
