Ecosystem
Lençóis Maranhenses
Dunes and crystal-clear lagoons
5 villages41 places
Regional HubBarreirinhas
Main gateway to Lençóis. Tourism operations hub.
Pure Natureboatdunes
ATM ✓ModeratePaved
Jul-DecFull and clear lagoons — best season for jeep tours inside the parkJan-JunRainy season — smaller lagoons, fewer tourists, lower prices
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logistics sortedAtins
Bohemian village at the mouth of the Preguiças River. Kitesurfing, gastronomy, and rustic charm.
Remote & WildGastronomysurfsilence
ATM ✗WeakBoat access
Oct-DecPeak wind (18–28 knots) and full lagoons — perfect kite conditionsJun-SepFreshwater Lençóis lagoons at their fullest — best for kiting and swimming
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Santo Amaro do Maranhão
Inside the dune field. Access to Emendadas and Betânia lagoons. Rising star 2024-2026.
Pure NatureGastronomydunessilence
ATM ✗WeakMixed
Jul-OctFull lagoons accessible on foot — best effort-to-reward ratio in the parkYear-roundLuau das Estrelas — stargazing excursion on the dunes at dusk
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Paulino Neves
Connection point between Lençóis and Delta. Pequenos Lençóis and Rio Novo.
Pure Natureduneshiking
ATM ✗WeakMixed
Jan-JulLagoa Barreiro Azul at full capacity and nearly empty of tourists
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Caburé
Sand spit between river and sea. Crossing point to Atins.
Remote & Wildboatdunes
ATM ✗NoneBoat access
Jul-JanKite on the river side (flat water) and shrimp lunch at the riverside restaurants
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