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Special Camping Trek 4 days

Barreirinhas · Santo Amaro, Lençóis Maranhenses

Camping4 daysModerateFull lagoons: April to September
4 daysDuration
37 kmDistance
ModerateDifficulty
CampingOvernight

About the tour

What the Special Camping Trek is like

An experience for those who want to explore Lençóis Maranhenses with more time to walk, rest, and enjoy the lagoons. The Special Trek spreads the 37 km route over four days, with long rest periods in the communities and overnight stays at support facilities along the way.

Along the route, you'll see landscapes of dunes, lagoons, and small oases, as well as experience the daily life of the traditional communities living within Lençóis Maranhenses National Park.

Tour overview

4 days / 3 nights

Duration

Approximately 37 km

Distance

Moderate

Difficulty

Barreirinhas → Santo Amaro

Route

Camping + Queimada dos Britos community

Overnight stays

Split into short stretches, with rest periods

Trekking

Experienced local guide, certified by ICMBio

Guide

Day by day

4 days, step by step

Approximate times. The guide adjusts the pace to the group and the weather.

Peadouro ZoneDay 1

Barreirinhas → Baixa Grande → Zona do Peadouro

Peadouro Zone

14 km | approximately 4 to 5h of hiking

The day starts early, with pickup in Barreirinhas around 4:30am or in Atins around 6:30am, followed by a 4x4 ride to the area near Rio Negro.

After a light breakfast and a stop to watch the sunrise, we begin the trek through the dunes and lagoons to the Baixa Grande oasis. It's approximately 6 km of hiking, arriving around 10:30am.

After lunch and some rest time, we continue for another 8 km to the Peadouro Zone, where camp will be set up.

Dinner and overnight camping.

Queimada dos BritosDay 2

Zona do Peadouro → Queimada dos Britos

Queimada dos Britos

7 km | approximately 2h30 of hiking

After breakfast, departure around 6am to continue through the dunes and lagoons to the Queimada dos Britos community.

Arrival happens in the morning, with time for lunch, rest, and a swim in the lagoon. The rest of the day can be enjoyed at a relaxed pace in the community and its surroundings.

Overnight stay in the Queimada dos Britos community itself, in a hammock, with a local family. If preferred, a tent can be set up on site upon request.

Dinner and overnight stay in the community.

Lagoa da LuaDay 3

Queimada dos Britos → Lagoa da Lua

Lagoa da Lua

8 km | approximately 3h of hiking

The day starts with free time in the morning to enjoy the community, explore the surroundings, and swim in the lagoons.

After lunch and rest, we resume the hike around 3pm, covering approximately 8 km to Lagoa da Lua.

Upon arrival, there will be time for a swim and to watch the sunset before dinner.

Overnight camping.

Santo AmaroDay 4

Lagoa da Lua → Lagoa do Junco/Cajueiro → Santo Amaro

Santo Amaro

8 km | approximately 3h of hiking

After breakfast, departure around 6am for the final hike of the trek.

We continue through the dunes and lagoons to the Lagoa do Junco/Cajueiro area, with a stop for swimming and taking in the scenery.

Arrival happens around 9am. From there, a 4x4 vehicle will take you to Santo Amaro, with arrival expected around 10:30am.

End of the trek.

Pricing

Prices per person

The larger the group, the lower the price per person. Starting at 4 participants, everyone pays the lowest rate. Private group (just your group) or shared (with other participants).

Mais popular

4 or more people

Lowest tour rate

R$ 4.450por pessoa
Book this tour

Prices in Brazilian reais, per person. In the group tour, the group size may change up until the date as new bookings are confirmed.

Transparency

What's included and not included in the price

What's included

  • Transportation
  • 4x4 from Barreirinhas or Atins to the Rio Negro area, at the start of the trek
  • 4x4 from the Lagoa do Junco/Cajueiro area to Santo Amaro
  • Meals and overnight stays
  • Light breakfast at the start of the hike
  • Lunch in Baixa Grande
  • Lunch in Queimada dos Britos
  • Dinner and breakfast at the campsites
  • Dinner in the Queimada dos Britos community
  • Overnight camping stays
  • Overnight hammock stay in the Queimada dos Britos community
  • Camping
  • Tents for 2 people
  • Individual sleeping pad, provided by the agency
  • Cooking equipment
  • Camping chairs and table
  • Setup and support for camp structure
  • Support guide to carry camping equipment, such as tents, chairs, and cooking gear
  • The sleeping pad is provided by the agency and is lightweight, but each participant must carry it during the hike, due to volume and hygiene reasons.
  • Support luggage
  • 1 small or medium bag, up to 10 kg per person.
  • Luggage is stored in Barreirinhas during the trek and sent to Santo Amaro, where it will be available for pickup at the end of the tour.
  • Support luggage does not travel with the group during the hike.
  • Experience
  • Experienced trekking guide, certified by ICMBio
  • Individual accident insurance
  • Custom bag
  • Exclusive cap
  • Trail snacks

Not included

  • Drinks during the trek
  • Equipment and personal items
  • Bilingual guide. Available upon request, subject to availability and an additional fee
  • 4x4 evacuation in case of withdrawal
  • Transportation, lodging, and meals before or after the trek
  • Tips
  • Any item not specified under "What's included"
  • What to avoid bringing
  • Excess clothing
  • Books and unnecessary items
  • Heavy laptops and electronics
  • Large-sized toiletries
  • Items that won't be used during the trek

What to bring

  • 🎒 backpack
  • Light backpack, approximately 30 to 40 liters
  • Bottle or reservoir for at least 1.5 liters of water
  • Rain cover for backpack
  • 👕 clothing
  • Lightweight hiking clothes
  • UV-protective clothing, if available
  • 1 or 2 changes of clothes
  • Swimwear
  • Socks
  • Sandals or proper trekking footwear
  • Microfiber towel
  • ☀️ protection
  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellent
  • Cap or hat
  • Sunglasses
  • 🔦 other items
  • Headlamp
  • Personal medications
  • Trekking poles, if desired
  • Energy bars, nuts, or dried fruit for personal consumption
  • Phone/camera, if desired

Before you book

Good to know

01

The hike takes place over sand and dunes.

Even with the sections spread across four days, it's important to be prepared to walk on sandy terrain.

02

You'll carry your own backpack and sleeping pad.

The sleeping pad is provided by the agency and is lightweight. Larger camping equipment is transported by the support guide.

03

The overnight stay in Queimada dos Britos is in the community itself.

Standard accommodation is in a hammock with a local family. For those who prefer a tent, setup on site can be requested.

04

The lagoons depend on rainfall patterns.

Water levels and trail conditions may vary throughout the year.

05

You can leave a support bag behind.

Baggage up to 10 kg per person is stored in Barreirinhas and sent to Santo Amaro, to be picked up at the end of the trek.

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Highlights of the tour

Where it happens

Starting point

Lençóis Maranhenses National Park

R. Primavera, s/n - RiachoRiacho · Barreirinhas/MACEP 65590-000

Pickup at the inns in Barreirinhas (starting at 4:30am) or Atins (starting at 6:30am), by 4x4.

  • Departures according to schedule
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Experience the Lençóis at a different pace

Four days to hike, swim, unwind, and get up close with the landscapes and communities that make Lençóis Maranhenses a one-of-a-kind destination.

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