Route of Emotions
São Luís to Fortaleza (or reverse) — dunes, delta, and northeast trade winds in a single trip.
The Route — 7 days
UNESCO World Heritage historic center, Portuguese colonial tiles, and departure to Barreirinhas the next morning.
Gateway to Lençóis Maranhenses. Lagoa Azul and Lagoa Bonita, speedboat tour along the Rio Preguiças. 8 must-sees
View full guide →Fishing village at the edge of the Lençóis dunes. Legendary point break, endless dunes, and the quietest sunset in Brazil. 6 must-sees
View full guide →The only open-sea delta in the Americas. Boat tour through the islands, scarlet ibis flocks at sunset. 5 must-sees
View full guide →Sunset Dune, Pedra Furada, Lagoa do Paraíso. Consistent wind for kitesurfing from August to December. 14 must-sees
View full guide →International airport with direct flights to São Paulo, Rio, and Europe (Iberia Madrid, Air France Paris).
The Route — 10 days
UNESCO World Heritage historic center, Portuguese colonial tiles, and departure to Barreirinhas the next morning.
Gateway to Lençóis Maranhenses. Lagoa Azul and Lagoa Bonita, speedboat tour along the Rio Preguiças. 8 must-sees
View full guide →Fishing village at the edge of the Lençóis dunes. Legendary point break, endless dunes, and the quietest sunset in Brazil. 6 must-sees
View full guide →The only open-sea delta in the Americas. Boat tour through the islands, scarlet ibis flocks at sunset. 5 must-sees
View full guide →Sunset Dune, Pedra Furada, Lagoa do Paraíso. Consistent wind for kitesurfing from August to December. 14 must-sees
View full guide →International airport with direct flights to São Paulo, Rio, and Europe (Iberia Madrid, Air France Paris).
The Route — 14 days
UNESCO World Heritage historic center, Portuguese colonial tiles, and departure to Barreirinhas the next morning.
Gateway to Lençóis Maranhenses. Lagoa Azul and Lagoa Bonita, speedboat tour along the Rio Preguiças. 8 must-sees
View full guide →Fishing village at the edge of the Lençóis dunes. Legendary point break, endless dunes, and the quietest sunset in Brazil. 6 must-sees
View full guide →The only open-sea delta in the Americas. Boat tour through the islands, scarlet ibis flocks at sunset. 5 must-sees
View full guide →Sunset Dune, Pedra Furada, Lagoa do Paraíso. Consistent wind for kitesurfing from August to December. 14 must-sees
View full guide →International airport with direct flights to São Paulo, Rio, and Europe (Iberia Madrid, Air France Paris).
How much it costs — 7 days per person
- TransfersR$550
- AccommodationR$600
- FoodR$500
- ActivitiesR$350
- TransfersR$700
- AccommodationR$1.400
- FoodR$850
- ActivitiesR$550
- TransfersR$1.000
- AccommodationR$2.500
- FoodR$1.100
- ActivitiesR$900
Estimated values for 2026. Does not include airfare. Tour packages charge R$3,388–R$5,026/person for similar itineraries.
How much it costs — 10 days per person
- TransfersR$650
- AccommodationR$900
- FoodR$750
- ActivitiesR$500
- TransfersR$800
- AccommodationR$2.000
- FoodR$1.200
- ActivitiesR$800
- TransfersR$1.200
- AccommodationR$3.500
- FoodR$1.600
- ActivitiesR$1.200
Estimated values for 2026. Does not include airfare. Tour packages charge R$3,388–R$5,026/person for similar itineraries.
How much it costs — 14 days per person
- TransfersR$700
- AccommodationR$1.400
- FoodR$1.050
- ActivitiesR$650
- TransfersR$900
- AccommodationR$2.800
- FoodR$1.700
- ActivitiesR$1.100
- TransfersR$1.500
- AccommodationR$4.800
- FoodR$2.200
- ActivitiesR$1.500
Estimated values for 2026. Does not include airfare. With 14 days, the cost per day drops — more nights in each place reduces transfers.
Start from São Luís or Fortaleza?
✈ São Luís → Fortaleza
Start with the Lençóis lagoons (the most fragile highlight — season-dependent) and end with Jeri's winds. Best if traveling June through August. Flights to SLZ are usually cheaper. End in Fortaleza with more return flight options.
✈ Fortaleza → São Luís
Start with the most accessible (Jeri has more infrastructure) and end at the lagoons. Best if traveling September through November (prioritize wind before lagoons). Fortaleza has more direct international flights (Iberia, Air France).
Best time for each section
- 🌊 Lençóis Maranhenses — Lagoons full from June to September. Peak in July (school holidays, more expensive). August is the smart month: full lagoons, fewer crowds.
- 🌀 Parnaíba Delta — Best from May to August. Wildlife more active with humidity, pleasant climate.
- 💨 Jericoacoara (kite) — Strong, consistent wind from August to December. Peak September-November. Outside wind season, Jeri still works for non-kiters.
- 🌦 Avoid — January to March: heavy rain in Maranhão, lagoons without water, bad roads between Tutóia and Parnaíba.
Getting started
From Fortaleza: Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) with direct flights from all Brazilian capitals, plus Madrid (Iberia) and Paris (Air France) — ideal for Europeans. Airport to Jericoacoara: direct shuttle ~5h (R$80-150) or overnight in Fortaleza.
What to pack: SPF 50+ sunscreen, hat, insect repellent, sandals that handle sand and water, light clothing, a windbreaker for boat rides and Jeri.
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