From São Luís to Fortaleza 4wd: "The Route of Emotions"

In this beautiful coastal region of Northeast Brazil, along the Route of Emotions that crosses the states of Maranhão, Piauí, and Ceará, the climate is warm and semi-humid year-round, with temperatures ranging from 22°C to 37°C. 
The rainy season runs from February to May and is ideal for those who prefer milder temperatures. The dry season, from June to January, is marked by sunny days and clear skies—perfect for excursions and outdoor activities.
Please note that during the dry season, some lagoons in the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park may be dry, especially between October and February.

Arrival in São Luís and accommodation in hotel with air-conditioned vehicle.
The room will be available at check in time at 2:00 p.m., still being able to leave your luggage in storage and use the common areas.

This is the first step of the trip and starting point to visit the "Rota das emoções" or the "Route of the emotions".
Remaining part of the day is to visit the city.

Overnight stay in São Luís with breakfast.

Departure in the morning between 06:30 and 07:40 on a 30-seat air-conditioned tourist minibus. We will travel approximately 270 km on paved roads to reach the city of Barreirinhas, one of the main gateways to the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park. Arrival in the city is expected between 12:20 and 12:50.
Note: Seat allocation is random. For those seeking more comfort, a private vehicle can be requested for an additional fee.

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 in Barreirinhas with breakfast.

Departure from 08:30 to 09:00 AM for the quad excursion, one of the most adventurous and exciting experiences of the entire trip. Before departure, our guide will provide detailed instructions on quad usage and conduct a brief driving test to ensure that all participants are ready for the adventure.
During this extraordinary day, each pair of participants will drive one quad (1 vehicle for every 2 people). Following an expert local guide, we will cover 45 km of sandy trails, crossing the golden dunes of the Pequenos Lençóis Maranhenses and flooded areas, reaching Caburé Beach in about 3 hours, where we will stop for lunch.
The excursion covers a total of over 90 km, entirely under the sun: we recommend bringing sunscreen and sunglasses. Depending on the season, we may pass through flooded or dusty areas, adding an extra touch of adventure.

Return to Barreirinhas is expected around 5:00 PM.

Important information: children under 8 years old, pregnant women, and people with back problems or mobility difficulties cannot participate in this excursion. Those who prefer a more relaxed option can choose an alternative excursion at the time of booking.

Overnight stay in the city of Barreirinhas with breakfast included.

Departure at 09:30 am in a Private air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle to the city of Tutóia which is located on the border between Maranhão and Piauí states.
On this day, we take the panoramic route for 3 and a half hours, along sandy tracks that in the rainy season can be flooded, crossing a stretch of the 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.
Upon arriving in the small city of Rio Novo, we continue traveling 34km of paved road until we arrive in Tutóia. During the car trip, we’ll stop for lunch (not included in the price) in the village of Lagoinha, in a simple but cozy restaurant located in front of a clear water lagoon.

Arriving at the port of Tutóia around 14:30,  we depart in a fast boat to visit Delta das Americas which marks the border between Maranhão and Piauí states, formed by the Parnaíba River and effluents, which in their path toward the ocean create a group of islands, offering a beautiful view of dunes, desert beaches and streams covered by mangroves and inhabited by thousands of crabs giving rise to a piece of Amazon forest in “Route of emotions”; duration of the trip is 4 full hours with stops for swimming and taking pictures.

We’re going to navigate along more than 70 km of this beautiful delta, crossing paths with native fisherman in their simple sailing canoes; it’s going to be a fascinating trip. In some places the wind and the waves can create splashes of water that enter the boat, getting a little wet is part of the adventure.
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 Parnaíba with breakfast.

Departure at 8:00 in the morning in a Private air-conditioned 4X4 to the village of Jericoacoara, travelling the panoramic route through the dunes of Luis Correia and continue along 75 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 50 km of paved road until we arrive to the city of Camocim where we cross “Rio Coreaù” boarding a ferry and the trip continues 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” where we will stop for lunch (not included).

Our journey finally continues via Guriú and Mangue Seco, until we reach the village of Jericoacoara.
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.
The total duration of the trip is approximately 6 hours.

Note: 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 with breakfast.

Departure in the morning to 9:00 in a Private Dune Buggy to know the Jericoacoara National Park, with its famous beaches. We will drive along sandy roads, climb dunes and arrive at the Paraiso lagoon. It will be possible to visit the famous Alchymist bathing establishment (optional visit with entry fee to be paid locally) or continue to another, less famous but equally beautiful establishment where you can relax in hammocks in the crystal clear waters, sipping a good local caipirinha or the water in the natural coconut.

Later we will continue passing through a visit to the Azul lagoon and will continue until we reach the east coast of the Jericoacoara Park with a stop in the beautiful village of Preá where we will stop for lunch (lunch not included) in a typical restaurant specializing in fish and fruit of the sea and to enjoy a breathtaking view of the beach and the blue ocean

After lunch and a last swim in the ocean, we will travel about 12 km of sandy slopes that run along the sea until we reach Jericoacoara.

Overnight stay in Jericoacoara with breakfast.

Leave Jericoacoara between 11:30 am and 12:00 noon to Fortaleza, to the city of Fortaleza aboard air-conditioned Toyota 4x4 vehicle with a capacity of up to 6 people.
This day we travel along the shortest route lasting about 5 hours, we will start going for 20 km through trails in the sand that leave Jericoacoara until arrival in the town of Jijoca; from here you will continue along a non-panoramic road covering over 280 km of paved road, until you reach Fortaleza, arrival scheduled for 06:00 / 07:00 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.

Overnight stay in Fortaleza with breakfast. 

Breakfast at the hotel.
Acclimatized transfer to the airport of Fortaleza. Departure from the hotel 3 hours before the flight.
The accommodations will be available until noon. If you have a flight after normal check-out time, you can still leave your luggage in the lobby and use the hotel's common areas, such as the bar and swimming pool, until your departure time.
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Our trips are daily so you can choose without worrying about pre-determined days.