Route of Emotions - Rota das Emoções
Route of Emotions - Rota das Emoções
Route of Emotions - Rota das Emoções
9 Days Starting in São Luís - State of Maranhão, Brazil and ending in Fortaleza - State of Ceará, Brazil
Visiting: São Luís, Barreirinhas, Atins, Barra Grande, Jericoacoara
Tour operator:
Tour code:
0002
Group Type:
Private
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Partially Guided
Group size:
2 - 6
Age range:
0-99
Tour operated in:
English , French , German , SpanishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
This 9 day tour is an impressive off-road trip through one of the most unique regions of the globe: the Route of Emotions that includes the marvellous Jericoacoara, Delta of Parnaiba and Lencóis Maranhenses. Fantastic landscapes with crystal clear lagoons, the only open sea delta in the Americas and some of the most paradisiacal beaches in the world will be visited during this tour, which combines ecotourism, adventure, sun & beach, culture, and cuisine. You will visit 3 states in the Brazilian Northeast in modern 4×4 vehicles and speedboats, besides several activities such as walks, horse rides, panoramic flights, surf, kite and windsurf, bird and wildlife watching, besides interacting with local communities. Best time to visit: June-October
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Welcome To São Luís!
Location: São Luís
Accommodation: Hotel
Welcome to Sao Luis!
The driver will meet you at the arrivals at Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport holding a sign with your name. From there you will be transferred to your hotel.
In the afternoon tour of the historic center of São Luis. São Luís is the only Brazilian capital founded by the French, invaded by the Dutch despite being the most Lusitanian of all. Located on an island, also known as Ilha Upaon Açu, Ilha do Amor, Brazilian Jamaica and other code names, São Luís is surrounded by beaches, dunes and mangroves. Its historic center was awarded the title of World Heritage by UNESCO in 1997 and offers visitors the feeling of a journey through time. São Luís has a colonial architectural heritage that is valued in around 3,500 buildings, spread over 220 hectares of the Historic Center, being the largest in Brazil and retaining many popular traditions and a very rich and diverse culture. Visit of the main attractions of the historic center of São Luís Visit the Maranhão house, the Sé church, the streets, alleys and houses of Portuguese architecture.
Overnight in standard accommodation.
Day 2 : Discover The Lençois Maranhenses National Park
Location: Barreirinhas
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast transfer to Barreirinhas.
In the afternoon, departure by 4x4 for expedition to the impressive Great Lencois. At the end of the tour, return to the pousada.
The beautiful lagoon circuit, among all its beauties, is special because it allows one of the most beautiful sunsets of the Lencois Maranhenses National Park, 20 km from the city of Barreirinhas, its access is made in 4x4 (type: Jardineira, placed in the hopper ). The access road consists of a trail of sand with vegetation on its sides, which sometimes leads to having to dodge the most protruding branches. The 4x4 will take you to the place where you will begin a guided walk to visit the lagoons that make up the Lagoa Bonita circuit.
Overnight in standard accommodation.
Day 3 : Embark On A Speedboat Adventure On The Preguiças River
Location: Atins
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, and with all bags packed, depart for the port, where you will embark on fast motor boats up the Preguiças river until Caburé Beach. On the way, palm trees and mangroves are home to birds, reptiles and mammals.
The first stop will be Vassouras, one of many points where the dunes of the Preguiças River meet the Pequenos Lençóis. Monkeys (“macacos pregos”) and parrots amaze travelers who stop to refresh themselves with cold drinks served in the shadows of the tents.
You will follow continue on the motorboat to the lighthouse Mandacaru in the village of the same name, which on top of its eight floors will reveal a 360-degree view of all the exuberance of the place. You will then go to the small town of Caburé and its rustic inns and restaurants, where you will have lunch (not included).
Free afternoon.
Overnight in standard accommodation.
Day 4 : Another Plunge Into Crystal Clear Lagoons
Location: Atins
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will take an excursion to Canto do Atins. The excursion includes the beautiful lagoons near Atins, towards the return for lunch at the Canto di Atins restaurant, near the dunes, where you can eat the famous grilled shrimp (not included). At the end of the excursion, transfer to the pousada.
The afternoon is at your disposal.
Day 5 : Observe The Beautiful Scarlet Ibis
Location: Barra Grande
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the pousada. After breakfast, you'll take a boat to Caburé and then a jeep will take you to Tutoia where you'll cross the delta of Parnaiba River.
You will pass through Paulino Neves and its streets displaying their white sand and its wooden bridge over the Rio Novo. Secondary roads will lead you to Lagoinha.
Then you will navigate on to Tutóia, where you will take the speedboat with which you will cross the Delta do Parnaíba and its majestic labyrinth of islands, such as Igoronhon, Paulino, Caju and Canárias Islands, where we will stop at Morro do Meio for a quick walk on the giant dunes of Caju Bay and a swim in the waters of the Parnaíba River.
The guarás (red ibis), a beautiful bright red-colored bird can be seen by the hundreds at sunset (visible from May until October).
Upon arrival at the port of Tatus you will be transferred to the hotel in Barra Grande.
Overnight in standard accommodation.
Day 6 : Relax On The Beach Of Barra Grande
Location: Barra Grande
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day off.
Barra Grande is a small fishing village on the coast of the Piauí State. The place offers a remote and relaxed atmosphere and the main daily activity of the place is the practice of kitesurfing which offers incredible conditions. The country is a bit far from the big urban centers, however, it offers beautiful landscapes that accompany those who venture to get there and it is worth it. Immense dunes, paths and stretches by the sea make the route a spectacle in itself.
Barra Grande is not a very suitable beach to stretch out on the sand. The wind is constant and relatively strong. But since most of the visitors who venture there are looking for kitesurfing, the wind, in fact, is what makes Barra Grande perfect for practicing this sport.
Even for those who are not kitesurfing, Barra Grande is worth a visit, because the aspect is heavenly, the village is very authentic, the people are friendly, there are several tours to do and the favorite program of many is to sit in a bar, enjoy a caipirinha and watch sportsmen fly across the sea.
Overnight in standard accommodation.
Day 7 : Off To Jericoacoara
Location: Jericoacoara
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
According to the tide, you will leave Barra Grande and make your way to Jericoacoara along 115 km of asphalt until the raft, at the mouth of the River Coreaú, with which you will cross it to reach the white dunes and carnaúbas palm trees in Camocim’s Island of Love.
The 4×4 will follow the waterfront until the beach of Tatajuba. You can descend the Funil dune using sandboarding planks leased at place (not included).
In the Torta Lagoon you will be delighted with the small hammocks over the water and the fruits of the sea curious “live” menu from Didi’s restaurant.
The second ferry crossing will take place on the Guriú beach, with its green-water channel and the cemetery of the mangrove trees.
You will follow the waterfront to Jericoacoara where you will arrive in time to enjoy the sunset on the famous Duna do Pôr do Sol (Dune of the Sunset), the daily ritual of residents and visitors of the place.
Overnight in standard accommodation.
Day 8 : Enjoy A Tour Off The Beaten Track With A Sand Buggy
Location: Jericoacoara
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, you enjoy a tour off the beaten track with a sand buggy.
After a first stop at the Pedra Furada, you will arrive at Lagoa Azul, where you will stop to take photos and have a refreshing drink. Next we reach the main postcard of the famous village of Jericoacoara on the Ceará coast. Laguna Paradiso is probably the best entertainment program in Jeri. The calm, clear water is an ideal place to cool off from the high temperatures and dry climate of this region of Brazil. Lagoa Paraíso is located about 30 minutes from the village of Jericoacoara in the municipality of Jijoca de Jericoacoara. Access is from the dunes that surround the entire region. In addition to diving into crystal clear waters, you can relax in one of the many colorful nets that everyone likes and whose photos of people relaxing in hammocks on the clear waters of the lagoon are famous today.
Overnight in standard accommodation.
Day 9 : Bye Bye, Brazil!
Location: Jericoacoara
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Sadly, your adventure through Brazil must come to an end today. However, you will be leaving with new and unforgettable memories and experiences! After checking out of the hotel, you will be transferred to the airport in good time to board your departure flight.
We hope you had a truly amazing trip and we wish you safe and pleasant travels onward!
What's Included
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Accommodation
9 nights in Standard Accommodation. Upgrading to SUPERIOR or DELUXE accommodation options are also available upon request.
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Meals – Breakfast Only
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Private Transfer
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Private Tours
What's Not Included
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Country Entry Visas
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Travel insurance
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International Travel
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Local Taxes
Accommodation
Standard accommodations. Upgrading to SUPERIOR or DELUXE accommodation options are also available upon request.
Mode of Transport
Car, Jeep, Boat
Check out our Q&As
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Children are welcome
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What currencies are required for this tour?
Real is the Brazilian currency. You can change USD or EUR when in Brazil.
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, there is.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes, you'll have free time enough.
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Are there any additional cost we should know about?
Tariffs not valid during New Year's Eve, Carnival or local holidays. If travel dates include those dates, rates are upon consultation.
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Are flights included in this tour?
No, they aren't, but we would be happy to take care of booking your domestic flights as well.
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes they are. Even all transfers during the tour are included.
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes we can. We are very flexible.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Only the tour in São Luis is with an English-speaking guide. All other tours are done with a Portuguese driver. From our experience we do not find it necessary to have an English-speaking guide for other tours, but if you wish we can arrange a guide for you for an additional fee.
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Of course, you will.
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
No, our tours are private.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes, it is. In some locations the Wi-Fi connection may be very slow due to the remote position.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes, you can travel solo.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
We conduct our business fairly, with honesty, integrity and transparency. We deliver what we promise, and only promise what we can deliver.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You need to inform whenever it is decided, we allow one time free date change applicable at least 30 days prior.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Our team has been working with tourism in Brazil for over 15 years
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
E-Documents will be provided about two weeks before the trip.
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