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On
this gem of a tour, you'll have a chance to
experience for yourself what serene beauty the
northeast of Brazil holds. We'll take dune buggies
through the immense and surreal sand dunes of
Lençois, ride a riverboat up the Parna� Delta
emptying into the Atlantic Ocean and relax on the
isolated, palm-lined beach paradise of Jericoacoara.
Transportation by motor coach, charter flight and
off-road 4 x 4 vehicle.
Short itinerary
Day 1 -
Departure from home town
Day 2 -
Fortaleza - Day at leisure
Day 3 -
Fortaleza - Jericoacoara
Day 4 -
Jericoacoara - Day at leisure
- Optional excursions
Day 5 -
Jericoacoara - Delta do
Parnaiba - Panoramic tour
Day 6 -
Delta do Parnaiba - Boat tour
Day 7 -
Parnaiba - Lençois Maranhenses
- Tour
Day 8 -
Lençois Maranhenses - River
trip
Day 9 -
Lençois Maranhenses - São Luis
Day 10 -
São Luis - Fortaleza
Detailed itinerary
Day 1
-
Departure from home
Departure from your home town on an international
flight to Fortaleza, Brazil.
Day 2
-
Fortaleza - Day at leisure
After our flight arrives in the early morning, we
will be met at the airport and be transferred to our
beachfront hotel, after which we will check in and
have time to rest. Enjoy a free day in Fortaleza.
The city of Fortaleza is an active center of
commerce and fishing in Brazil's northeastern state
of Ceará® Although it was not colonized until the
early 1600s, Portuguese explorers landed here in
1500. The Dutch established a stronghold with the
construction of Schoonenborch fortress, but control
of the settlement at Fortaleza teetered between the
Portuguese, Indians and Dutch several times in the
1600s. The town later became a trading post for
cattle farms that were established in Ceará's
interior. Nowadays, Fortaleza is used as a
jumping-off point for many serene palm-lined beaches
that the northeast is known for. The lively Praia da
Iracema and Praia do Meireles are excellent choices
for going out. The beaches in Fortaleza are known
more for their nightlife than for soaking up sun and
surf. Overnight at Othon Imperial.
Day 3
-
Fortaleza - Jericoacoara
We will make the all-day journey to one of the most
pristine beaches in world. Our day will be one of
pure fun and adventure as we make selected stops
along the way. Known as one of the world's best
beaches, rustic Jericoacoara is as beautiful as it
gets. Since 1984, the area was declared protected in
order to preserve its environmental integrity. The
beaches, palm trees, dunes, reefs and rocky
outcroppings are truly a sight to behold.
Jericoacoara, or Jeri, as it is sometimes called,
takes its peculiar name from the Tupi-Guarani words
yuruco (hole) and cuara (turtle), referring to the
sea turtles' egg-laying on the beaches. Overnight in
Jericoacoara at the Pousada Matusa or similar.
Day 4
-
Jericoacoara - Day at leisure
- Optional excursions
At leisure to enjoy paradise. There are many
optional tours available. Visit Pedra Furada
("Pierced Rock"), a photogenic rock formation with a
small quartzite cave nearby. It's also possible to
take an extremely scenic ride through the dunes to
visit the Lagoa do Paraïso ("Paradise Lagoon"). Rent
horses or go for a dune buggy ride. You'll never
forget the sunsets here... Overnight in Jericoacoara
at the Pousada Matusa or similar.
Day 5
-
Jericoacoara - Delta do
Parnaiba - Panoramic tour
We will be transferred in 4x4 vehicles to the Delta
do Parnaiba 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 and Macapá. Upon arrival we'll check into
our lodge with A/C, TV, hot showers and a pool.
Day
6
-
Delta do Parnaiba - Boat tour
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
-
Parnaiba - Lençois Maranhenses
- Tour
Today we leave Parnaiba to make our way 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). We'll visit
the Rio Novo Oasis and Barra Beach in Tutó over the
course of our journey, arriving at lodge in the
afternoon. We'll overnight in a comfortable but
rustic lodge.
Day 8
-
Lençois Maranhenses - River
trip
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. We can stop on Cambare Beach for a lunch
break. Overnight in Lençois in a comfortable lodge
with A/C, TV and mini fridge.
Day 9
-
Lençois
Maranhenses - São Luis
Early this morning, we can visit Lagoa Azul (Blue
Lake) and either dos Bentos or Lagoa Bonita. From
Lençois, we fly in the afternoon to São 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. São 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 Palácio
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
in São Luis.
Day 10
-
São Luis - Fortaleza
Free time in the morning to relax. In the early
afternoon, we will depart back to São Luis for our
flight back home.
The ecobrazil family wishes you a great expedition!
Tour package includes
- (Contact us for add-ons prices if departing from
other US city)
- Local ground transportation by 4x4 SUV's
- Charter flight from Lençois to Sao Luis
- Double accommodations
- Daily breakfast
- Selected activities & expeditions
- 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 international airfares, airport taxes, optional
tours, tips or items of a personal nature. |
