How to Get from Barreirinhas to Atins [2026]

Quick summary: 40km on the Rio Preguiças, 1h30 by boat, R$80-200/person.*

There's no road between Barreirinhas and Atins. The only way in is via the Rio Preguiças — one of the most beautiful crossings in the region.

The Rio Preguiças Crossing

Shared Boat

Wooden boats with outboard motors, 15-20 passengers.

Item	Detail
Duration	1h30
Price	R$80-200/person*
Schedules	Morning (~9am) and Afternoon (~2pm)

The route: mangroves, the river widening, dunes in the distance, meeting the sea.

Private Boat

Item	Detail
Price	R$400-800 (whole boat)*
Capacity	Up to 10 people

The Saturday Warning

The main operator (Satur) does NOT run on Saturdays.

If your trip falls on a Saturday:

K-Beça: Alternative that operates on Saturdays
Private boat: Negotiate at the port

Budget Alternative: Jardineira

Item	Detail
Price	R$25/person
Schedule	05:00
Duration	~2h

Only recommended if you're on a very tight budget. The boat is faster, more comfortable, and the scenery is incomparable.

Schedules

Barreirinhas → Atins: Morning (~9am), Afternoon (~2pm)

Atins → Barreirinhas: Morning (~9am), Afternoon (~2pm)

Tip: To connect with a transfer to São Luís, take the morning boat from Atins. It arrives ~11am, giving you time for the 12:30pm van.

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14 places mapped

3 access routes

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What to Bring

Hat/cap (intense sun)
Sunscreen
Water
Protect your luggage from spray

Why It Seems Simple But Isn't

The crossing itself is smooth. The problem is coordination:

Companies change their WhatsApp numbers
Schedules vary by demand
Saturdays = Satur doesn't run
Some include a taxi to your guesthouse, others don't

A poorly coordinated booking = an unplanned night in Barreirinhas.

Summary

Item	Detail
Distance	~40km by river
Time	1h30
Price	R$80-200/person*
Saturdays	Satur doesn't operate
Best option	Shared boat

*Prices can vary depending on season and how far in advance you book.