Lençóis Maranhenses

White dunes and blue rainwater lagoons spread beyond Lagoa Bonita, reached by 4x4 from Barreirinhas.

Climb the staircase at Lagoa Bonita to see dunes and lagoons stretching to the horizon, then walk between the pools. Lagoon levels depend on rainfall and can fall sharply in dry months. Visits require ICMBio-credentialed vehicles, drivers and guides. Carry water and sun protection: there is little shade, and private vehicles are prohibited.

Best light
Sunset
Best months
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Time needed
Half a day

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Eat & drink

Sleep

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Lençóis Maranhenses

White dunes and blue rainwater lagoons spread beyond Lagoa Bonita, reached by 4x4 from Barreirinhas.

Climb the staircase at Lagoa Bonita to see dunes and lagoons stretching to the horizon, then walk between the pools. Lagoon levels depend on rainfall and can fall sharply in dry months. Visits require ICMBio-credentialed vehicles, drivers and guides. Carry water and sun protection: there is little shade, and private vehicles are prohibited.

Best light
Sunset
Best months
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Time needed
Half a day

Get around

Eat & drink

Sleep

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