Jericoacoara, the Lençóis, Rio and Ilha Grande
An itinerary designed for traveling as a group: the dunes and lagoons of Jericoacoara, the delta and the village of Barra Grande, the Lençóis Maranhenses, then Rio de Janeiro and the island of Ilha Grande.
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
- Jericoacoara, its dunes, lagoons and sunsets.
- A full day by boat in the Delta of the Americas, then Barra Grande.
- The lagoons of the Lençóis Maranhenses, from Lagoa Bonita to the Grandes Lençóis.
- Rio de Janeiro: Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and some free time.
- Ilha Grande, the car-free island of the Costa Verde.
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 Fortaleza
Fortaleza
Welcome by our guide and private transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.
Included: private airport–hotel transfer, accommodation.
Day 2 — From Fortaleza to Jericoacoara
Fortaleza, Jericoacoara
Drive by private vehicle to Jericoacoara, the last few miles by 4×4 over the sand. Check in and rest of the day at leisure.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, private transfer.
Day 3 — 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 buggy excursion.
Day 4 — Free day in Jericoacoara
Jericoacoara
Beach, lagoons and sunset from the big dune: soak up the village atmosphere.
Included: accommodation with breakfast.
Day 5 — The Parnaíba Delta, then Barra Grande
Jericoacoara, Barra Grande
Drive to Porto dos Tatus, then a full day by boat in the Delta of the Americas: islands, mangroves, a boat graveyard and a swim at Pontal da Melancieira. Arrival in Barra Grande in the late afternoon.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, full-day boat trip with English-speaking guide, transfers.
Day 6 — Barreirinhas and Lagoa Bonita
Barra Grande, Barreirinhas
Drive to Barreirinhas (about 4 hours), then an afternoon by 4×4 to Lagoa Bonita: a swim in the lagoons and sunset over the white dunes.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, 4×4 excursion with English-speaking guide, transfers.
Day 7 — The Grandes Lençóis via Atins
Barreirinhas
A day in the Grandes Lençóis Maranhenses: crossing the sandy tracks by 4×4 from the village of Atins to the park’s most spectacular lagoons.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, private excursion with English-speaking guide.
Day 8 — Flight to Rio de Janeiro
Barreirinhas, São Luís, Rio de Janeiro
Drive to São Luís airport, then flight to Rio de Janeiro. Meet and greet and private transfer to the hotel.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, São Luís – Rio de Janeiro flight, transfers.
Day 9 — Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer
Rio de Janeiro
Cable car ride up Sugarloaf Mountain for a panoramic view over Guanabara Bay, then on to Corcovado for Christ the Redeemer and one of the finest views of the city.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, private tours with English-speaking guide, entrance fees for Corcovado and Sugarloaf Mountain.
Day 10 — Free day in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro
Beaches, neighborhoods, restaurants: enjoy Rio at your own pace, or add an excursion if you like.
Included: accommodation with breakfast.
Day 11 — On to Ilha Grande
Rio de Janeiro, Ilha Grande
Drive to Conceição de Jacareí, then boat crossing to Abraão, the main village on Ilha Grande. Meet and greet, then we walk you to the pousada.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, private transfer and boat crossing.
Day 12 — Ilha Grande by boat
Ilha Grande
Boat trip to Lagoa Azul and the nearby beaches, with stops for swimming and snorkeling.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, boat trip.
Day 13 — Free day on Ilha Grande
Ilha Grande
Beaches, trails through the Atlantic Forest or optional boat trips: enjoy the car-free island.
Included: accommodation with breakfast.
Day 14 — Departure from Ilha Grande
Ilha Grande
Boat crossing to the mainland, then private transfer to Rio de Janeiro airport for your return flight. End of our services.
Included: breakfast, boat crossing, transfer to the airport.
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Included in this price
- 13 nights in hotels and pousadas, in a double room, with breakfast.
- Domestic flight São Luís – Rio de Janeiro, taxes included.
- All transfers as per the itinerary by private vehicle, and the boat crossings to Ilha Grande.
- Private tours and excursions as per the itinerary, with an English-speaking guide where specified.
- Entrance fees for the sites and parks mentioned.
Not included
- International flights (we’re happy to advise you).
- 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.
Superior / Boutique
- Hotel Luzeiros Fortaleza — Fortaleza
- Hotel Hurricane Jeri — Jericoacoara
- Pousada Jeribá — Jericoacoara
- Windsor California Copacabana Hotel — Rio de Janeiro
- Pousada Aratinga Inn — Ilha Grande
- Arrey Boutique Hotel — Barra Grande
- Porto Preguiças Resort — Barreirinhas
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.
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