Lençóis Maranhenses Day Trip

This excursion from São Luís to Barreirinhas serves as an exceptional gateway to explore the stunning Lençóis Maranhenses. Choose between an exhilarating off-road vehicle adventure or a serene boat ride navigating the Preguiças River, tailoring your journey to your preferences.

Tour Alternatives

When making your reservation, you have the option of selecting either tour. Both alternatives encompass pickup and drop-off services from your hotel in São Luís or the airport, depending on what suits you best. Here’s a breakdown of each experience:

Barreirinhas Day Trip + Preguiças River Boat Tour

Opting for this choice means embarking on a 4-hour journey from your São Luís accommodation to Barreirinhas. Upon arrival, you’ll be granted 30 minutes of free time to unwind and prepare for the upcoming adventure.

After this brief respite, we will embark on a boat journey along the Preguiças River. This route will reveal the remarkable scenery of this waterway, which serves as a primary access point to the Lençóis Maranhenses. While sailing, we will pass through Vassouras, characterized by its dunes and punctuated by picturesque freshwater lagoons.

Continuing our voyage, we will reach Mandacaru, a coastal village renowned for its rich traditions, which we’ll share with you during the ride. Our next stop will be at Caburé, a slender sandy peninsula marking the confluence of the river and the Atlantic Ocean, where you’ll have an hour of free time to relax and savor any snacks you have brought along.

To conclude the day, we’ll return by boat to Barreirinhas. From there, we’ll board a minibus to take you back to your accommodation or the airport, where the tour will come to a close around 9 PM.

Barreirinhas Day Trip + Lençóis Maranhenses Off-Roading Experience

After receiving you at your hotel, we will drive for 4 hours to Barreirinhas. Once we arrive in the city center, you'll enjoy 1.5 hours of free time to wander about and try some local cuisine at nearby eateries.

Following this leisurely period, we’ll gather together to embark on a thrilling adventure. Prepare for an exciting off-road vehicle tour through the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park, where you’ll be captivated by the breathtaking white sand dunes that characterize this region!

Throughout the expedition, marvel at the gentle sand elevations, sparkling lagoons, and the enchanting contrast they create with the verdant fields and palm trees typical of the landscape.

Finally, we will depart from Barreirinhas and transport you back to your hotel or the airport, with our expected arrival around 11 PM.