DAY1 Sao LuisBarreirinhas. The Lençóis Maranhenses dunes are in a protected national park in the North-East of Brazil. Learn more. Pickup is at your hotel. There are various options because different national and international airlines arrive and depart from the “Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport” in Sao Luis. Explore the scenic highlights of Lençóis Maranhenses National Park on this 6 day adventure. Is Hostel Lençóis Maranhenses located near the city centre? How far is Hostel Lençóis Maranhenses from the airport? Covering 20 serene kilometers over three blissful days of walking, we will immerse ourselves deeply into both the natural and cultural wonders of this impossibly pristine landscape, taking the time to enjoy the company of its communities while staying in private homes along the way. Many domestic or international flights might also be routed via the capital Brasília (BSB). All rooms have kitchens and safes. We start with a crossing of
4x4-dungarees in
ferry across the Preguiças River and
we follow a trail,
passing through vegetation (approx.
40min) to the beginning of the dunes
of the National Park - Lençóis
Maranhenses.
Visit to Blue Lagoon and stops
to other ponds. I would recommend that you hire a tour because Barreininhas, where I entered into the park from, is a few hours away from the airport. Save on popular hotels near Lencois Maranhenses National Park in Maranhao: Browse Expedia's selection of {location.lodging.hotelCount} hotels and places to stay closest to Lencois Maranhenses National Park. It is an ecosystem formed of white sand dunes which cover 383,000 acres and look like bedsheets (lençóis in Portuguese) spread out on the Northeastern coast. We start with a crossing of
4x4-dungarees in
ferry across the Preguiças River and
we follow a trail,
passing through vegetation (approx.
40min) to the beginning of the dunes
of the National Park - Lençóis
Maranhenses.
Visit to Blue Lagoon and stops
to other ponds. Departure from your hotel in São Luís* to the town of Barreirinhas (the entrance door to the "Lençóis Maranhenses" National Park) by a 4x4 car we will travel along 270 km of paved road, the estimated duration of the trip is 4:30 hours. After check in we will go on a city tour in Sao Luis historical center, important architectural complex of the 18th and 19th centuries, home to near 3,500 houses protected as World Heritage Sites since 1997. Lençóis Maranhenses’ undulating sand dunes and fresh water lakes are truly a sight to behold. Lençois Maranhenses National Park is a vast area of undulating, swept sand dunes between which rainwater lakes form at certain times of the year. Book now and pay later with Expedia. Early this morning, board an air-conditioned vehicle and ride to the city of Barreirinhas—the gateway to the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park. Breakfast and WiFi are free, and this hostel also features an airport shuttle. The Lençóis Maranhenses National Park, located close to town is a rare gem with magnificent dunes sculpted by nature and at the period of March to September contains hundreds of lakes formed by rainwater falling at season. Therefore we recommend to fly to São Luis the day before. Both places are considerably isolated (the nearest airports are about 4 hours away) and the ride to each is not the easiest, but that’s part of their charm. Check-in at Barreirinhas Lençóis Maranhenses is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Barreirinhas Wharf is minutes away. View deals for Hostel Lençóis Maranhenses, including fully refundable rates with free cancellation. How to get to Lençóis Maranhenses National Park. This otherworldly national park feels like being in the desert, except there’s plenty of fresh, cool water for you to swim in. Lençóis Maranhenses, Nature in pure state There are so many places on the planet that, when first glimpsed, take a breath away from the traveler. Enjoy 3 days of adventure exploring the great Lençois Maranhenses desert from Barreirinhas. By Bus-- Santur (tel. How to get to Lençóis Maranhenses. The closest international airports are in Fortaleza (FRO), Belem (BEL) or Natal (NAT), from where you can fly on to São Luís. Barreirinhas is located on the coast, 252 kilometers from the capital, São Luís. See all nearby attractions. First of all, you should get Sao Luis, which is the capital of Maranhao, in which Lencois Maranhenses is located as well. Benefit from a transfer from and to São Luis hotels or airport. The trek of the dunes, the traverse of Lençóis Maranhenses on foot: Day 1: LENÇÓIS MARANHENSES - BARREIRINHAS – CABURÉ: Departure from the hotel by regular minibus at 05:15 in the company of our local guide. Lençóis Maranhenses National Park, in Maranhão State, is one of Brazil's top natural attractions. Yes, it is 0.2 km away from the centre of Barreirinhas. The nearest city is São Luis, Maranhão state – pictured below. 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