Jericoacoara, Delta das Americas and Lençois Maranhenses

6 days and 5 nights

Jericoacoara, Delta das Americas and Lençois Maranhenses - 6 days and 5 nights

Jericoacoara, Delta das Americas and Lençois Maranhenses - 6 days and 5 nights
Seasonal features

In this coastal region of the Brazilian Northeast, along the Route of Emotions which includes the states of Maranhão, Piauí and Ceará, temperatures fluctuate between 37 ° and 22 ° throughout the year and the climate is hot and semi-humid. The rainy season runs from January to May; this period is indicated for those who can not stand the excessive heat; the dry season begins in June and goes until December, at this time the sun is steady and strong; this is definitely the best period for hiking.
We remind that due to the dry season, some lagoons of the National Park of Lençóis Maranhenses you can meet in the dry period from October to February.

Route and Duration (remind you that the program can be customized or reversed)



Day  1 - Fortaleza / Jericoacoara

Leave Fortaleza at 07:30 / 08:00 to Jericoacoara, aboard air-conditioned Toyota 4x4 vehicle with a capacity of up to 6 people. This day we travel along a road that is approximately 5 hours, the shortest route lasting about 5 hours, along a non-panoramic road covering over 280 km of paved road, to arrive in the town of Jijoca, from where you will continue following a path in the sand of about 20 km until you reach Jericoacoara. 
Note: The allocation of seats is totally random and for those who want more comfort, we offer the possibility of a private vehicle in supplement.
Important: the municipality of Jericoacoara requires a stay fee, already included in the cost of the tour. The voucher that we will send you must be shown (in digital format) upon your arrival in Jericoacoara and also to the pousada where you will be staying (children up to 12 years and adults over 60 years are exempt from paying).
Important: There have been rumors circulating for a few days that a new environmental tax will be instituted in addition to the stay tax already included and paid in your itinerary but no timetable for when it will come into effect has been disclosed.The value is expected to be around R$ 50 (USD 9) per person and will be paid on the spot, although it has not yet been determined whether it will be collected at the hotel or otherwise. In case it comes into effect before your departure, I would like to point out that this cost was not included in our participation fee.

Overnight stay in Jericoacoara in with breakfast.
POUSADA CARCARÁ - Jericoacoara - www.pousadacarcara.com



Day  2 - Jericoacoara

Breakfast at the pousada and the rest of the day free to explore the charming village of Jericoacoara and enjoy its world-famous beaches, perfect for kitesurfing or simply relaxing by the sea.

At the end of the day, you can admire the spectacular sunset from the famous “Duna do Pôr do Sol”.

Overnight stay with breakfast in Jericoacoara.
POUSADA CARCARÁ - Jericoacoara - www.pousadacarcara.com



Day  3 - Jericoacoara / Parnaíba

Departure at 8:00 in the morning in a private air-conditioned 4X4 to the city of Parnaiba, in the Piauì state. 
We travelling the panoramic route long a 40-km stretch of coast, through trails, edging sand dunes, palm trees and coconut trees on the way to Tatajuba where we get to know the lagoon "Lagoa Grande” and proceed until to the city of Camocim where we cross “Rio Coreaù” boarding a ferry and the trip continues along 50 km of paved road until we reach Chaval where we climb go up the observatory to see look over the small city with its houses constructed in the middle of giant rocks.
We then travel 75 km of paved road, passing through the dunes of Luis Correia until we reach the city of Parnaiba
We’d like to mention that the actual duration of each visit is influenced by the schedule of the tides and is decided at the moment of the excursion. 
We will stop for lunch (lunch not included) along the way and arrive at the inn around 1:30 pm.

At 2:30 p.m. departure from the pousada to reach the port dos Tatus about 20 minutes away, where we will start the boat trip to discover the Delta of Parnaíba, unique in the world for its variety of different landscapes like dunes, “igarapés”, mangrove and islands and that we can consider as a glimpse of the Amazon rainforest along the Route of the Emotions.
At the end of the excursion, the sunset, from July to January, offers the possibility of watching hundreds of fire-red ibises in flight to their own refuges in the middle of the forest, a truly amazing spectacle. 

Overnight stay in Parnaiba with breakfast. 
POUSADA VILA PARNAIBA - Parnaiba - www.pousadavilaparnaiba.com.br



Day  4 - Parnaíba / Barreirinhas

Departure to Barreirinhas at 8:00 am by a private air-conditioned 4WD vehicle, duration of this trip about 4 hours.
On the firts part of the trip to Barreirinhas we follow 144 km of the paved road until reaching the town of Rio Novo and we will continue along the panoramic route along sandy tracks that in the rainy season can be flooded, crossing a stretch of dunes of the Little Lençois Maranhenses where we will meet incredibly beautiful landscapes, prairies slowly being invaded by sand dunes and native huts at the foot of the remotest desert.
Arriving at Barreirinhas between 12:00 and 12:30 pm and check-in in the hotel. Note: The route may vary depending on the season, because some trails remain flooded for several months of the year.

At 2:00 PM, after checking into the hotel, departure for an unforgettable tour in a non-air-conditioned 4x4 jeep. We'll cross the scenic Rio Preguiças and follow a sandy trail leading to the entrance of the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park. From there, we begin a hike across the breathtaking white sand dunes toward the stunning Laguna Bonita. In this natural paradise, you’ll have the chance to swim in refreshing, crystal-clear lagoons nestled among the vast dunes. These lagoons are formed by rainfall between February and June, creating vibrant green and blue pools, some reaching depths of up to 4 meters.
The landscape is constantly changing: strong winds, especially in the second half of the year, shift the dunes by up to 20 meters annually, making every visit unique.
Return to the city after 7:00 PM, following an unforgettable sunset over the dunes.

Overnight with breakfast in Barreirinhas.
POUSADA DO BURITI - Barreirinhas - www.pousadadoburiti.com.br



Day  5 - Barreirinhas

Breakfast at the hotel and departure in the morning at at 08:15 from the small town of Barreirinhas towards the village of Atins, using a rustic non-air-conditioned Toyota, passing through meadows that during the rainy season are flooded and in the following months gradually dry up, creating an ideal habitat for grazing various animals.
The Lençois Maranhenses park is 30 km far away, approximately 1:40 hours, and you can already see the first dunes called the Canto di Atins, reached which we will continue to the lagoons with fresh and crystalline waters that form between the immensity of the dunes.
On the way back we will stop at a typical local restaurant that has become famous for its exceptional grilled shrimp (meal not included).

Return to the pousada about 04:30 / 5:30 pm.

Overnight in Barreirinhas with breakfast. 
POUSADA DO BURITI - Barreirinhas - www.pousadadoburiti.com.br



Day  6 - Barreirinhas / São Luís

Departure in the morning at 8:30 am (the check-out should happens before departure for the excursion, but you can let your baggage at the reception) to the port in Barreirinhas, set out in motorboat down Rio Preguiça towards the ocean.
The first stop is in the Vassouras region to visit the Pequenos Lençóis Maranhenses and see local fauna in the monkey tent known as “tenda dos macacos”; second stop is in the village called Mandacarú, a small fishing village where you can to appreciate various craft shops, the best caipirinha in the region at the kiosk on the pier and if accessible, you can climb up the light house called “Farol Preguiças” navy lighthouse to enjoy an enchanting panorama that embraces the entire mouth of the river and part of the National Park of Lencois Maranhenses; finally arriving at Caburé beach to eat lunch (not included in price) and swim in the river or sea.
Return to city after 3:00 pm.

About 4:30 pm an acclimatized transfer by minibus will bring you to São Luís, trip duration 5 hours, the arrival is estimated for 9:30 pm.
Note: The allocation of seats is totally random and for those who want more comfort, we offer the possibility of a private vehicle in supplement.

End of our services.



Departures
  • Our trips are daily so you can choose without worrying about pre-determined days.



Not included
  • Domestic or international flights are not included to give you the option to use your own frequent flyer program miles and save money on the cost of the trip. For Brasil Planet what matters is that you have the best travel experience.
  • Drinks and food.
  • Medical travel and Trip Cancellation insurance.
Included in the package
  • Accommodation in the hotels and guesthouses mentioned in the program, with breakfast included.
  • Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles with a driver.
  • Excursions and activities mentioned are carried out using vehicles that, on some occasions, may be shared with other participants.
  • All excursions are accompanied by local guides who speak Portuguese. Although they do not speak English, they always strive to be understood and provide the essential explanations for the tour.
Additional options
  • English speaking local guide.
  • Private transfers.
  • Private excursions.
Extra information
  • During the drought season, between October and February, the water level of the lagoons of the Lençóis Maranhenses decreases and most of them are completely dry.
  • Bring a swimsuit, sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses to protect yourself from the scorching sun.
  • In the towns and villages along the route, there are no currency exchange offices. Therefore, we recommend obtaining an adequate amount of local currency in the main cities. However, please note that credit card payments are generally accepted almost everywhere, even for small amounts.
  • Brasil Planet has no constraints with the restaurants envisaged for the route, which are chosen by drivers and guides for logistical reasons and to offer a good quality at reasonable prices. Therefore it remains at the discretion of the client whether to accept or to prefer, when available, another restaurant nearby.
  • Brasil Planet is not responsible for objects forgotten in hotels or inside the vehicles.
General Terms and Conditions of Contract


Alterations

  • Once the itinerary has been finalized and confirmed, and the travel documents have been sent, any subsequent modifications will incur an additional cost.
  • We cannot change the schedules of transportation or excursions during the execution of the trip, as our services are booked in advance, and any subsequent alterations will require the booking and payment of a new service.


Cancellations and Refunds
In case of trip cancellation, Brasil Planet will apply a penalty in accordance with Embratur regulation (Ministry of Tourism) no. 161 of August 9, 1985. The penalties are calculated on the total cost of the tour as follows:

  • 20% penalty for cancellations made up to 30 days before the start of the trip.
  • 30% penalty for cancellations made between 29 and 21 days before the start of the trip.
  • 50% penalty for cancellations made between 20 and 7 days before the start of the trip.
  • 100% penalty for cancellations made less than 7 days before the start of the trip.
  • No refunds will be provided for services you choose to cancel after the trip has started.
  • For trips booked during the Carnival and New Year periods, no refunds will be given.


Travel Assistance
We are here to ensure you travel with peace of mind. If you have any questions about your itinerary or need information about reserved services, you can reach us through our offices or via WhatsApp, Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Outside of these hours, our offices are closed, and we kindly ask that you use the WhatsApp service only in case of emergencies.

ELENCO HOTEL SITE
Pousada Carcarà
Jericoacoara
Town center - Rua do Forró 500, 62598-973 Jericoacoara
Pousada Carcará features a sunny outdoor pool with wooden sun loungers. Free WiFi access is also available.
Air-conditioned rooms will provide guests with a rustic décor. It also comes with a TV, a mini-bar and a balcony with pool views. Private bathrooms come with a hairdryer and free toiletries.
At Pousada Carcará guests will find a 24-hour front desk, a garden and a bar. Sun loungers and beach chairs are also available for guests and free of charge.
A free varied buffet breakfast is served daily.
Pousada do Buriti
Barreirinhas
Town center - Rua Inácio Lins. S/N, 65590-000 Barreirinhas
Hotel Pousada Do Buriti offers accommodation with balcony, an outdoor swimming pool, free Wi-Fi and free parking. It is located in downtown Barreirinhas, 200 metres from the River Preguiças. The air-conditioned rooms are simply furnished with a TV and a minibar. Guests can enjoy their hammocks, set on the balcony.
A buffet breakfast is served in the eating area each morning. Buriti´s bar prepares a variety of drinks and refreshments during the day.
Pousada Vila Parnaiba
Parnaiba
Town center - Rua Monsenhor Joaquim Lopes 500, 64200-150 Parnaíba
Located 500 metres from the historical centre, Vila Parnaiba offers a buffet breakfast, an outdoor pool and free Wi-fi. All air-conditioned rooms offer an LCD TV, a telephone and a private bathroom. Simply styled, they also provide bed linens and bath towels. The buffet breakfast at Vila Parnaiba includes fresh fruits, breads and cakes, as well as a selection of drinks.

Aqui pode alterar hoteis e datas e demais parâmetros

Epoca da sua viagem
Pessoas
Categoria Hotels
Moeda
Data começo do roteiro
Fortaleza / Jericoacoara
Jericoacoara
Jericoacoara / Parnaíba
Parnaíba / Barreirinhas
Barreirinhas