Your driver welcomes you at Salvador Airport and takes you to the hotel.



Guide: Included for the day

Accommodation:

• Standard: Bahiacafé Hotel

Bem-vindos a Salvador, where the city is a melting pot of cultures and religious syncretism. Known for its mixed population, Salvador is the beating heart of Afro-Brazilian culture. This harmonious coexistence of diverse cultural influences is reflected in the city's colorful architecture, infectious music, and rich and varied cuisine. Candomblé, in particular, an Afro-Brazilian religion that blends elements of Catholicism with traditional African beliefs, plays a central role in Salvador's social and cultural life. This vibrant expression of faith and resistance permeates the city's atmosphere.

So we set out to explore it, starting with the Bonfim Church where you can admire an impressive collection of ex-votos in the "miracle room", attesting to the popular devotion to Senhor do Bonfim. The church's architecture blends neo-classical and rococo styles, and it has become a symbol of Bahia's religious syncretism, where Catholic traditions mingle with Afro-Brazilian beliefs of Candomblé.

Next, we stroll through the cobbled streets of the Pelourinho and Santo Antonio neighborhoods, the colorful heart of the historic center, where every corner reveals a piece of Brazil's colonial history. You'll hear the African rhythms resonating against the pastel facades of colonial houses, witnesses to the fusion of cultures that defines Salvador.

⛵ At the end of the day, qe embark on Marcelo's sailboat. We sail along the coast of Salvador, in the Bay of Todos os Santo. The brightly colored houses and beaches pass by us. We become actors in our own adventure, helping to maneuver the sails under the expert guidance of our captain. It's a unique experience where we learn the basics of sailing while enjoying the magnificent sunset over the bay.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• Standard: Bahiacafé Hotel

Accompanied by our guide Diel, today we embark on a trek in Lençóis Maranhenses National Park. Diel is a native of the region and knows every corner of the desert. He speaks only Portuguese, but believe us, it's just a detail; your exchanges and your experience of the park will be all the more intense.

The Lençóis Maranhenses National Park is a true geological masterpiece. Over more than 1550 square kilometers, stretches of white sand dunes are interrupted by lagoons that, after the rainy season (from January to April), fill with crystal clear freshwater. This unique landscape is the result of the meeting between local rivers and the Atlantic Ocean, creating an extraordinary environment.

We then begin our 2-day trek, very early (around 3 a.m.), in the heart of the park, between the white sand dunes under a starry sky, illuminated by the moonlight. The day is punctuated by our steps in the sand, swims from one lagoon to another, and a well-deserved lunch break at the Baixa Grande oasis.

We end the day around a campfire, with a family, in the oasis, in the heart of the park.

5 to 6 hours of walking depending on your level – approximately 20 kilometers.

You will spend the night in a hammock.

With a little practice, you will quickly feel comfortable for your night (tip: lie diagonally!). Even at night, it will be mild in the Lençóis desert, you won't need a sleeping bag (a sheet will suffice).

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

So, how was the night in the hammock?

We set off early in the morning towards Lagoa Bonita. We resume our walk, feet in the sand. We traverse dunes and lagoons again, and plunge into the crystalline waters.

Later, we will reach the village of Barreirinhas by car, after 18 km of track, approximately 45 minutes away.

4 to 5 hours of walking - approximately 16 kilometers.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation:

• Standard: Pousada Maresia Atins

We depart from the small village of Atins on a private boat to reach Caburé.



We switch from the boat to the 4x4 vehicle to reach the town of Tutoia.

🌿 Upon our arrival at the port of Tutoia, we meet our guide, a true local expert, ready to immerse us in the culture, fauna, and flora of the Parnaíba Delta.

This delta hosts a great variety of ecosystems, including some of the largest and best-preserved mangroves in Brazil. These play a crucial role in protecting the coasts from erosion and are home to a wide variety of marine and terrestrial species. The Parnaíba Delta is also an important stopover point for many migratory bird species. Each year, thousands of birds from North America and Europe make a stop in the region.

So we set off by boat to observe and listen to the richness of these places.

🌟 At noon, we head to a small village on the riverbank, where a fisherman's family welcomes us into their home for a local (and delicious!) lunch. We discover the traditional "ribeirinha" cuisine and share, for the duration of a meal, the daily life of this family. After lunch, a "cafezinho" and a moment of relaxation in the hammock are a must. Let's not break the northeastern tradition!

At sunset, on the Rio Preguiças, a magical spectacle awaits us... the arrival of the "guarás" (red ibises).

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

n the early morning, we resume our navigation and head along the river to observe the local fauna. Our small canoe winds its way through the dense vegetation, weaving through the mangrove.

Then we reach Porto dos Tatus.

🛺 We take our seats aboard our buggy. On the agenda, the road of emotions, in the northeast of Brazil, along the beaches. Our guide, the expedition leader, starts by giving us a little briefing on driving. Just the essentials, because some situations can only be learned through experience, it seems.

After a few trials and hesitations, we're off! We quickly find ourselves on the beach, heading south.

The buggy is everything that a beetle is, its engine, its mechanics... and a carbon impact much lower than a 4x4!

Without doors and close to the ground, the buggy brings us closer to the world in a way that only a bicycle could match. It's an invitation to adventure, a promise of freedom and discoveries. Setting off on a buggy expedition is to embrace the spirit of exploration and the joy of the unexpected.

We pass through Bitupitá, for lunch with fish in a small local restaurant, then arrive at the end of the day in the small fishing village of Curimãs. We dive into the rhythm of the fishermen, in this so preserved place, out of time, in the middle of wild nature, by the ocean.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

• Standard: Chácara Curimãs

We resume our expedition heading south. We pass by small villages, encounter boats, and meet fishermen busy preparing their nets. There is a distinct way of life here, dictated by the tides. They also dictate our journey. Our days depend on them. We have to traverse the beaches at the right times to avoid being blocked by the high tide. Our expedition leader ensures this every day.

We travel through a raw, wild environment that is also warm, thanks to its inhabitants and their way of life. We are in another space-time. We are beginning to grasp the essence of the northeastern coast and its people.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation:

• Standard: Rancho do Peixe

Today, the dunes and lagoons await us for a day of relaxation. At Lagoa Azul, we rest in hammocks on the water, and at Lagoa do Paraíso, we enjoy the view and the tranquility. A simple and pure moment in the heart of northeastern Brazil.

We spend the evening in Jericocoara, or Jeri for the regulars, a small tourist town at the foot of the dunes, to soak in the crowd and the lively atmosphere, with our feet in the sand.

note: The Jericocoara entry tax must be paid directly on site.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation:

• Standard: Rancho do Peixe