Description

The fine white sand marks the paradisiacal path taken by travelers in the middle of the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park. The freshwater lagoons between the dunes form a unique setting in the world and it is impossible not to get emotional when you reach the top of the landscape and see the immensity of Lençóis Maranhenses. Located in the northwest of Maranhão and 250 km from the capital São Luís, Lençóis Maranhenses attract tourists in search of the unique phenomenon of interdune lakes by the sea. And the best thing about Lençóis Maranhenses is that, with each new portion of water between the dunes, the feeling of being in paradise is repeated. When traveling to Lençóis Maranhenses it is necessary to pay attention to the calendar to see the phenomenon of lakes in the middle of the dunes. The high season of Lençóis Maranhenses happens during and right after the rains, especially between the months of April and August. At the height of the drought, from October to December, almost all the lakes disappear and the landscape, full of bodies of water, turns into an immense desert. The Lençóis Maranhenses National Park covers an area of ​​155,000 hectares and is considered the largest dune park in Brazil. The protected area is huge, but the Lençóis Maranhenses region is even bigger than the National Park. Among the most popular tours there are the Circuito da Lagoa Azul, the Circuito da Lagoa Bonita, the visit to Lagoa das Emendadas and Canto de Atins. Certainly unmissable tours for anyone going to Lençóis Maranhenses.

Although the lagoons are the main attractions, tourism there goes much further. Those who visit Lençóis Maranhenses can invest in days at Caburé beach and Atins, in trips along the Rio Preguiças and Rio Formiga and even in kitesurfing, which is growing a lot in the region. All involving routes in 4×4 vehicles, beautiful landscapes, transparent waters and always fine and very white sand. And as if that were not enough, it is still possible to appreciate the immensity of Lençóis Maranhenses in a flyby. Unforgettable experience!