Delta das Américas
Ilha das Canárias
-2.760, -41.904
You are viewing Ilha das Canárias, part of the Delta das Américas ecosystem. Navigate to nearby villages.
About Ilha das Canárias
Heart of the Delta. Best base for the Scarlet Ibis flight.
The Revoada dos Guarás is the Delta's most moving spectacle: at dusk, hundreds of scarlet ibis arrive in crimson clouds to roost in the mangrove trees — a burst of color that stops time. The island has 17,000 hectares of pristine ecosystems and only ~2,500 residents across four fishing villages.
Quick facts
ATM
Not available
Cell signal
None
WiFi
Unavailable
Road type
Boat access
Airport
Parnaíba (PHB)
Distance
~30min by speedboat from Porto dos Tatus (~11 km)
Seasonal highlights
Jul-Jan
Revoada dos Guarás at dusk — best wildlife spectacle on the northeastern coast
Year-round
Night safari — caimans, iguanas, and owls in the delta mangroves
When to go
Best: Jun–Oct
30°C
Ideal / ExcellentGood / PossibleAvoid
Places to discover
7 places
Don't miss180 minDelta GatewayNatureAdventure
Ilha das Canarias
Largest island in the delta. Starting point for exploring the waterways.
Don't miss120 minEcological ReserveNatureViewpoints
Ilha do Caju
Private reserve with dunes, beaches, and preserved wildlife.
Don't miss90 minSunsetNatureViewpoints
Revoada dos Guarás
Spectacle of scarlet ibises (pink birds) returning to nest at sunset.
Don't miss240 minExplorationNatureAdventure
Passeio pelos Igarapes
Navigation through narrow channels between mangroves. The delta comes alive!
Don't miss120 minOnly OptionDiningculture
Casa de Caboclo
Quality guesthouse-restaurant. Famous for the Mangrove Seafood Moqueca.
180 minAdventureAdventureNature
Safari Noturno de Jacare
Nighttime speedboat through the mangrove looking for caimans and nocturnal wildlife.
Fresh FishDining
Paraíso das Canarias
Restaurant at the guesthouse of the same name. Variety of fish and crabs.
How to get here
Nearest airport
Parnaíba ➝ Canárias Island
100 km · ~3h total
Tide forecast
Tide advice
Delta island — boat access depends on tides. Low tide reveals spectacular sandbars.
Moon
Waxing GibbousWaxing Gibbous
88% illuminated
Moonrise
10:31
Moonset
22:25
Night Photography
Dark sky22:25 – 23:55
Bright moonlight19:00 – 22:25
Wind
Checking the breeze...
Practical intel
Book the Casa de Caboclo (R$350–600/night) well in advance — it is the only quality pousada on the island and fills quickly. Bring cash, insect repellent, and sunscreen; the island has no pharmacy or shop. The boat from Porto dos Tatus (~11 km from Parnaíba) takes ~30 minutes by speedboat — confirm the tide schedule with the boatman before departing.
Read the full guide for Ilha das Canárias
Insider tips, restaurants, accommodation, and how to get there