Lençóis Maranhenses

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10 Travel Tips for Lençóis Maranhenses to Make the Most of Your Trip

10 Travel Tips for Lençóis Maranhenses to Make the Most of Your Trip

Seasons, locations, safety tips, and health precautions. See our recommendations for an unforgettable travel experience in Brazil’s Lençóis Maranhenses National Park! Located in northeast Brazil, Lençóis Maranhenses National Park is a destination sought after by adventurers from all over the planet. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this natural wonder is famous for its […]

Where to stay in Lençóis Maranhenses?

Where to stay in Lençóis Maranhenses?

Discover accommodation options in Lençóis Maranhenses, from homestays to hotels in Barreirinhas, Santo Amaro, and Atins Lençóis Maranhenses National Park is a natural marvel. In a massive area covered by impressively white sand dunes, blue rainwater lagoons, and untouched vegetation, it’s not uncommon for people to describe it as an otherworldly place. Mirroring the general […]

A solo rider crosses the white sand dunes of Lençóis Maranhenses National Park on horseback, with a rainwater lagoon stretching behind her.

Crossing Lençóis Maranhenses on Horseback: Patricia’s Solo Adventure in Brazil

Patricia crossed Lençóis Maranhenses on horseback, solo. Her 4-week Brazil story: endless dunes, a guide with no GPS, and real disconnection.

Finding freedom in the wild: How a Dutch adventurer fell in love with Brazil

Finding freedom in the wild: How a Dutch adventurer fell in love with Brazil

Katharina Bongaertz is PlanetaEXO’s top traveler and has proven multiple times that adventure knows no gender or age.

Women in Ecotourism: the Female Presence that Makes the Sector Happen

Women in Ecotourism: the Female Presence that Makes the Sector Happen

From guides breaking stereotypes to community leaders transforming the local economy, meet the women in ecotourism driving authentic experiences across Brazil

Women over 50 Shatter Stereotypes and Prove that Adventure Has No Age Limit

Women over 50 Shatter Stereotypes and Prove that Adventure Has No Age Limit

From immersive expeditions in the Amazon to trekking in the Himalayas, women over 50 show that this stage of life brings the perfect freedom and confidence to explore nature

5 Adventure Trips in Brazil for Women: Safety, Nature, and Freedom

5 Adventure Trips in Brazil for Women: Safety, Nature, and Freedom

As protagonists in the industry and in travel decisions, women are driving adventure tourism, a movement that inspired PlanetaEXO in selecting these destinations International Women’s Day, on March 8th, opens space for reflections on historical struggles and equal rights, subjects that have concrete resonance in current tourism. Besides their presence in the market, exploring the […]

PlanetaEXO launches “EXO Connection” and debates sustainability in Lençóis Maranhenses

PlanetaEXO launches “EXO Connection” and debates sustainability in Lençóis Maranhenses

In an unprecedented meeting, the ecotourism platform brings together its team and local operators to discuss community impact and environmental preservation amid the region’s growing international projection. PlanetaEXO, an international platform specializing in adventure travel and sustainability, announced the launch of “EXO Connection,” a strategic initiative designed to bring its corporate team closer to the […]

Lençóis Maranhenses adventures

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3-day Lençóis Maranhenses Trek

3-day Lençóis Maranhenses Trek

Cross Lençóis Maranhenses National Park on foot. Two nights in oasis families, daily lagoon swims, sunrise hikes, end at Santo Amaro.

2 nights

Price from R$2,534

3-day Lençóis Maranhenses Trek
2-day Lençóis Maranhenses trek from Atins

2-day Lençóis Maranhenses trek from Atins

Hike 12 km across dunes from Atins to Baixa Grande Oasis, swim in freshwater lagoons, and overnight in a hammock at a local family's home.

1 night

Price from R$2,175

2-day Lençóis Maranhenses trek from Atins
5-Day Lençóis Maranhenses Hike, Brazil

5-Day Lençóis Maranhenses Hike, Brazil

Join a 5-day Lençóis Maranhenses hike to discover stunning oases, cross endless white dunes, and stay with locals to fully experience this unique region!

4 nights

Price from R$3,665

5-Day Lençóis Maranhenses Hike, Brazil