Crossing the Lençóis Maranhenses
Atins, Baixa Grande, Queimada Dos Britos, São Luis
A journey through living dunes, crystalline lagoons and oases inhabited by traditional communities. Each step reveals silence, immensity, and genuine encounters with local culture, resulting in a simple, profound and unforgettable experience.
Day 1: São Luís - Barreirinhas - Preguiças River - Revoada dos Guarás - Atins
Arrival at São Luís International Airport - Marechal Cunha Machado and private transfer of approximately 04 hours to Barreirinhas, followed by the Preguiças River to the coastal town of Atins, passing through areas of palm trees and mangroves.
Along the way, there will be a stop for breakfast while waiting for the Revoada dos Guarás moment. Considered one of the most impressive birds in the world, manatees show crimson-red plumage as adults, a shade resulting from the beta-carotene present in the small crabs that make up their diet. It walks slowly through the shallow water, keeping its beak submerged in search of crustaceans, such as the lama-mare, the sarará, and the maraquani.
After contemplating the breeze and the sunset, the route continues by speedboat to the port of Atins, where a vehicle will be available for private transportation to the inn. Accommodation for 3 nights, with breakfast.
day 2: ATINS - PONTA DO MANGUE - ATINS
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure in a private 4x4 vehicle to visit the Ponta do Mangue Lagoon circuit, with a stop for swimming and photographic recording at the best lagoons of the season.
During the tour, there will also be a stop at the Carminha Restaurant, located in the town of Ponta do Mangue, on the edge of Lagoa do Mário, offering a privileged view. The most traditional dishes recommended are shrimp or grilled fish. After resting in hammocks, return to Atins.
Day 3: atins - Canto do Atins - Atins
Breakfast at the hotel. Free morning to enjoy Atins Beach.
In the middle of the afternoon, departure in a 4x4 vehicle to visit the Canto do Atins Lagoas Circuit, including stops for swimming and photos of the best lagoons of the season. Between April and early June, the itinerary also includes a visit to Cachoeira do Bonzinho.
During sunset, a picnic will be served for contemplation. Return to Atins after sunset.
Day 4: Atins - Baixa Grande
At the end of the morning, board a 4x4 vehicle to the mouth of the Rio Negro (Ponta da Bandeira), on a journey of approximately 25 km along the coast, with an average duration of 1 hour. From there, the walk of about 10 km through the dunes begins to Baixa Grande, one of the oases of the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park.
Along the route, it is possible to contemplate isolated lagoons in the National Park, with stops for bathing and the use of sunscreen.
In Baixa Grande, there will be food options such as free-range chicken, goat, or fish, as well as vegan and vegetarian alternatives prepared by the residents of the oasis. Free evening to experience the local community.
Accommodation for 1 night in a local guesthouse, with full board.
Day 5: Baixa Grande - Queimada dos Britos
After breakfast and check-out, departure in the morning to continue the journey. On this day, a walk of approximately 11 km takes place. Along the way, it is possible to contemplate some of the most impressive lagoons in the National Park, with stops for bathing and the use of sunscreen.
In Queimada dos Britos, accommodation and visit to the village, recognized as another oasis within the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park, already the scene of productions such as Casa de Areia and several national and international reports.
Regional lunch and dinner are served (included), with options such as free-range chicken, goat or fish, as well as vegan and vegetarian alternatives prepared by the residents of the oasis.
Free evening for interaction with the local community. Accommodation for 1 night in a local guesthouse, with full board.
day 6: Queimada dos Britos - Betânia - São Luís
After breakfast and check-out at the hotel, early morning departure from Queimada dos Britos to begin the hike to Betânia, covering approximately 17 km and arriving by late morning. Along the way, stops are made for swimming in the lagoons, known as some of the largest and most renowned in Lençóis Maranhenses National Park.
Upon arrival in Betânia, stop for lunch (included) at a local restaurant. After a short rest, departure by private shuttle with return to São Luís.
Accommodation for 1 night, with breakfast.
day 7: São Luís
Breakfast and check-out at the hotel. Private transfer to São Luís - Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport.
THIS ITINERARY INCLUDES:
- Accommodation for 3 nights in Atins, with breakfast;
- Accommodation for 1 night in Baixa Grande, with full board;
- Accommodation for 1 night in Queimada dos Britos, with full board;
- Accommodation for 1 night in São Luís, with breakfast;
- Private transfer between São Luís/Barreirinhas;
- Private speedboat between Barreirinhas/Atins;
- Private transfer to Atins/Foz do Rio Negro (or Ponta da Bandeira) in a 4x4;
- Private 4x4 Ponta do Mangue Circuit tour;
- Private 4x4 Canto do Atins Circuit tour + picnic at sunset;
- Betania/Santo Amaro private transfer in a 4x4;
- Santo Amaro/São Luís private transfer;
- São Luís/Airport private transfer;
- Specialized driver throughout the walk;
- Trail snack while trekking;
- Travel kit;
THIS ITINERARY DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Domestic airfare in Brazil;
- Boarding fees;
- Tourism fees;
- Travel insurance;
- Cancellation insurance;
- Excess baggage;
- Anticipated arrival time (early check in);
- Extension of departure time (late check out);
- Meals not mentioned as included;
- Drinks not mentioned as included;
- Tips;
- Luggage service;
- Suggested and/or optional tours and excursions;
- Entrance fees to the places where the tours are visited and suggested and/or optional excursions;
- Restaurant reservations for a fee of USD 10 to USD 30;
- Personal extras such as: laundry, phone calls, alcoholic beverages, extra food, tips, minibar consumption and everything that is not mentioned as included in the itinerary.
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