The dunes of the Northeast, then the Fernando de Noronha archipelago
A family trip between dunes and sea: Atins and the Lençóis Maranhenses, the Parnaíba Delta, Jericoacoara, then several days in Fernando de Noronha.
This itinerary is based on a trip our team actually organized: every stop, every hotel and the length of each stay can be adapted to your dates and preferences.
Trip at a glance
- São Luís and its azulejo-covered historic center.
- Atins, a fishing village at the edge of the Lençóis dunes.
- The Parnaíba Delta and the flight of the scarlet ibises.
- Jericoacoara, its dunes, lagoons and sunsets.
- The Fernando de Noronha archipelago, its beaches and marine life.
With Brazil Vip
An itinerary built with you, at your own pace and within your budget.
Bookings and logistics handled from start to finish.
Assistance 7 days a week during your trip.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 — Arrival in São Luís
São Luís
Welcome by our guide and private transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.
Included: private airport–hotel transfer, accommodation.
Day 2 — Down the Preguiças River, then Atins
São Luís, Atins
Drive to Barreirinhas, then a boat trip down the Preguiças River: the Pequenos Lençóis at Vassouras, the Mandacaru lighthouse and the Caburé peninsula, all the way to Atins. Check in at the pousada.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, transfers, tours as per the itinerary.
Days 3 and 4 — The lagoons of the Lençóis Maranhenses
Atins
By 4×4 to the foot of the dunes, then a walk across the white sand to the freshwater lagoons, with a swim and sunset over the dunes.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, private tours with English-speaking guide.
Day 5 — From Atins to Parnaíba
Atins, Parnaíba
Coastal drive to Parnaíba, then a boat trip through the Parnaíba Delta, among islands and mangroves, until the scarlet ibises take flight at sunset.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, transfers, tours as per the itinerary.
Day 6 — From Parnaíba to Jericoacoara
Parnaíba, Jericoacoara
Private transfer from Parnaíba to Jericoacoara. Check in and rest of the day at leisure.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, transfers.
Day 7 — Jericoacoara by buggy
Jericoacoara
Buggy excursion through dunes and lagoons: Lagoa do Paraíso and its hammocks in the water, Pedra Furada, or the Mangue Seco mangrove, depending on the route you choose.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, private tours with English-speaking guide.
Day 8 — Free day in Jericoacoara
Jericoacoara
Beach, lagoons and sunset from the big dune: soak up the village atmosphere.
Included: accommodation with breakfast.
Day 9 — From Jericoacoara to Fortaleza
Jericoacoara, Fortaleza
Private transfer from Jericoacoara to Fortaleza. Check in and rest of the day at leisure.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, transfers.
Day 10 — Flight to Fernando de Noronha
Fortaleza, Fernando de Noronha
Transfer to the airport and flight to Fernando de Noronha. Meet and greet and private transfer to the hotel.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, Fortaleza – Fernando de Noronha flight, transfers.
Days 11 to 13 — Fernando de Noronha at your own pace
Fernando de Noronha
Beaches, lookouts and snorkeling: enjoy the archipelago. Some beaches and trails in the marine national park require an access ticket, sometimes with a reservation.
Included: accommodation with breakfast.
Day 14 — Flight to Recife
Fernando de Noronha, Recife
Transfer to the airport and flight to Recife. Meet and greet and private transfer to the hotel.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, Fernando de Noronha – Recife flight, transfers.
Day 15 — Departure from Recife
Recife
Private transfer to the airport for your return flight. End of our services.
Included: breakfast, transfer to the airport.
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Included in this price
- 14 nights in hotels and pousadas, in a double room, with breakfast.
- Domestic flights Fortaleza – Fernando de Noronha, Fernando de Noronha – Recife, taxes included.
- All transfers as per the itinerary by private vehicle.
- Private tours and excursions as per the itinerary, with an English-speaking guide where specified.
Not included
- International flights (we’re happy to advise you).
- Environmental Preservation Fee (TPA) and access ticket for the Fernando de Noronha Marine National Park.
- Meals and drinks not mentioned.
- Optional excursions and activities.
- Tips and personal expenses.
- Travel, cancellation and repatriation insurance.
Nothing is set in stone: every step can be adjusted with our team.
More nights at one stop, a different hotel level or an extra destination: we’ll tailor this trip with you.
Customize this tourSuggested accommodation
Hotels are indicative. We confirm them when we prepare your quote, based on your dates and availability, and they may be replaced by properties of an equivalent category. We can also tailor the choice of hotels to your preferences and budget.
Standard / Guesthouse
- Pousada Lenda das Águas — Fernando de Noronha
Superior / Boutique
- Hotel Luzeiros — São Luís
- Vila Aty Lodge — Atins
- Pousada Vila Parnaíba — Parnaíba
- CasaLô Hotel — Jericoacoara
What to pack
- Light, comfortable clothing, swimsuit and sandals.
- Comfortable shoes for sightseeing.
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat or cap.
- Insect repellent and a light rain jacket.
Good to know
The order of visits may be adjusted depending on flight schedules, weather and local conditions.
The lagoons of the Lençóis Maranhenses are at their fullest from June to September; by the end of the year, many of them dry up.
The TPA is mandatory for any stay in Fernando de Noronha; the amount depends on the length of your stay.
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