Embark on an adventure expedition across the lagoons, oases, and local villages in Lençóis Maranhenses
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$950
per person
Availability: 10 places
The Lençóis Maranhenses National Park is a protected area in northeastern Brazil in the state of Maranhão, 370 km from its capital, São Luís. It is the largest area of sand dunes in Brazil and features a highly unique landscape that combines massive white sand dunes and freshwater lagoons of crystal clear water.
Our journey begins in São Luís, passing through Barreirinhas, the village of Atins, and the oases of Baixa Grande and Queimada dos Britos, arriving in the communities of Betânia and Santo Amaro, before returning to São Luís.
We will cross the Lençois in an extraordinary adventure!
Day 1
Our Arrival day in São Luis!
Take the day at your leisure to explore the city! Overnight stay in São Luis.
Day 2
Our journey begins!
Driving to Barreirinhas in the morning, where we stop for lunch and then continue our journey to Atins via Rio Preguiça, stopping at the first lagoon on the itinerary. Overnight stay in Atins.
Day 3
Trekking in the dunes
We'll set out at 4am from Atins to begin our trek. On this day, we'll walk 10km, with breaks to enjoy the lagoons until Oasis Baixa Grande. The afternoon is free to enjoy the oasis and watch the sunset. Dinner and lodging will be provided by the members of the community.
Day 4
Trekking to Oasis Queimada do Britos
Trekking lenght on this day will be of 12 km with refreshing breaks in the lagoons until we reach Oasis Queimada dos Britos. The afternoon is free to enjoy the oasis and watch the sunset. Dinner and lodging will be provided by the members of the community.
Day 5
Trekking to Betânia Village
The final day of our trekking will be the longest: an 18 km walk until we reach the town of Betânia, with our usual stops to enjoy the lagoons. The afternoon is open to enjoy at your leisure. Dinner and lodging will be provided by the members of the community.
Day 6
Kayaking to Santo Amaro
We will travel by kayak for 15 km down the Grande river from Betânia to Santo Amaro. Meals, afternoon and night at your leisure in Santo Amaro..
Day 7
Returning to São Luis do Maranhão
After breakfast, we will return to São Luís do Maranhão. Arrival at São Luís do Maranhão airport scheduled for 2pm. The return flights must be booked for departure after 4pm.