Explore Atins: Natural Paradise in Maranhão
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Departure is at 8:00 AM from the agreed-upon meeting point, with the return scheduled for between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM, before sunset. The tour takes place in a 4x4 vehicle driven by a certified guide, offering a full day of immersion in the Lençóis Maranhenses. The first stop is at a lagoon for a swim, with the duration determined by the guide based on the day's conditions. Next, we head to Canto do Atins Beach. During the rainy season, and depending on conditions, it may be possible to enjoy the small natural waterfalls in the Bonzinho or Ponta do Mangue areas. After a dip in the sea, we will stop for lunch in Canto do Atins or Atins, as recommended by the guide. Following the meal, we will visit the charming village of Atins, take a short 4x4 drive around the area, and conclude the itinerary with one last swim in a lagoon before returning.
Inclusions
What's included
- Transportation by Toyota 4x4
- Guide
What's not
- Food and Drinks
Itinerary
The lagoons visited may vary depending on the time of year, as they are fed by rainfall. During periods of low rainfall, some may dry up and become inaccessible. Therefore, the itinerary is determined based on natural conditions on the day of the tour. Note: Some lagoons may disappear due to weather conditions.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 20 travellers
- Operated by
- FORTALEZA DREAM TOUR
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Our tours do not include food, beverages, or other extras;
- This activity is shared with other passengers.
- Cancellations made at least 24 hours in advance will result in a full refund. No refunds will be given on the day of the tour.
- What to bring: Comfortable shoes and clothing, swimwear or a change of clothes, a towel, insect repellent, sunscreen, and cash and/or a credit or debit card to cover any incidentals.
- If the bilingual guide is not available on the day of your tour, don't worry: the guide will use a digital translator to ensure communication and the best possible experience.
How it compares in Barreirinhas
- Its from-price is 12% above the median of the 16 day trips we list in Barreirinhas.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Barreirinhas
Barreirinhas is a small town on the Preguiças River in Maranhão, Brazil, and the main gateway to the white dunes and blue lagoons of Lençóis Maranhenses.
Barreirinhas sits on the Preguiças River in the north-east of Brazil, in the state of Maranhão. It is a small, low-lying town of riverside landings and guesthouses, and its main purpose is to serve as the base for the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park, created in 1981. The name of the park means bedsheets, after the way the white dunes lie in folds over the land.
