Rio Preguiças Walking Tour Adventure
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
The tour begins at 8:20 AM, with departure to the meeting point, although the time may vary depending on the distance. After boarding the speedboat, we travel along the river for approximately 40 minutes until reaching the village of Vassouras, where during the high-water season there are deep lagoons for swimming, but the main attraction is the observation of Capuchin monkeys in their natural habitat. Next, we return to the boat and head to the village of Mandacaru, where visitors can climb the Preguiças Lighthouse and enjoy a spectacular panoramic view. The village also features craft shops, caipirinhas, and local-flavored ice creams, offering moments of leisure and cultural immersion. Finally, we proceed to Caburé Beach, a sandy peninsula bordered by the river on one side and the sea on the other, where lunch is served at one of the beach restaurants, following the pilot’s guidance.
Inclusions
What's included
- Transportation in a Toyota 4x4
- Guide included
What's not
- Food and Drink
Itinerary
The Preguiças River, located in Barreirinhas, Maranhão, is one of the most enchanting natural destinations in the Lençóis Maranhenses region. Its calm, clear waters meander through stunning landscapes surrounded by mangroves, dunes, and small riverside villages that preserve the local culture. The river tour offers a unique opportunity to admire nature, with chances to observe birds, local fauna, and flora, as well as to learn about the lifestyle of the riverside communities. Along the way, there are stops at strategic points, such as villages, lighthouses, and small river beaches, providing moments to relax, take photos, and enjoy direct contact with the natural beauty. An experience that combines leisure, adventure, and learning, allowing visitors to explore Maranhão’s ecological and cultural richness in a truly memorable way.
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
- RIO PASSEIOS EXPERIENCE
- 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 expenses for food, drinks, and other extras;
- Activity shared with other passengers.
- Cancellations made at least 24 hours in advance will receive a full refund. No refunds will be given on the day of the tour;
- What to bring: Comfortable shoes and clothes, swimwear or a change of clothes, towel, insect repellent, sunscreen, and cash and/or credit or debit card for payment of extra expenses;
- 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 close to the median of the 66 experiences 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.
