SÃO LUÍS
SÃO LUÍS
Palace of the Lions
LITTLE LENÇÓIS MARANHENSES
LITTLE LENÇÓIS MARANHENSES
Vassouras
LAGOA DO PARAISO
LAGOA DO PARAISO
Jericoacoara
SÃO LUÍS
SÃO LUÍS
Palace of the Lions
LITTLE LENÇÓIS MARANHENSES
LITTLE LENÇÓIS MARANHENSES
Vassouras
LAGOA DO PARAISO
LAGOA DO PARAISO
Jericoacoara

From São Luís to Fortaleza 4wd: "The Route of Emotions"

8 days and 7 nights
Type of travel:
Adventure tourism
Duration of the trip:
8 days and 7 nights
Transports / Excursions:
Shared
States visited:
Ceará
Maranhão
Piauí
Flights:
Not included
Departure:
Daily
Clima From São Luís to Fortaleza 4wd:
Mapa From São Luís to Fortaleza 4wd:

From São Luís to Fortaleza 4wd: "The Route of Emotions" - 8 days and 7 nights

You will discover ...

São Luís
Lençois Maranhenses
Barreirinhas
Mandacarù
Paulino Neves
Caburè
Tutoia
Parnaiba
Camocim
Jericoacoara
Fortaleza
Seasonal features

In this coastal region of the Brazilian Northeast, along the Route of Emotions which includes the states of Maranhão, Piauí and Ceará, temperatures fluctuate between 37 ° and 22 ° throughout the year and the climate is hot and semi-humid. The rainy season runs from January to May; this period is indicated for those who can not stand the excessive heat; the dry season begins in June and goes until December, at this time the sun is steady and strong; this is definitely the best period for hiking.
We remind that due to the dry season, some lagoons of the National Park of Lençóis Maranhenses you can meet in the dry period from October to February.


Route and Duration (remind you that the program can be customized or reversed)

Day 1
São Luis

Arrival in São Luís and accommodation in hotel with air-conditioned vehicle.
The room will be available at check in time at 2:00 p.m., still being able to leave your luggage in storage and use the common areas.
This is the first step of the trip and starting point to visit the "Rota das emoções" or the "Route of the emotions".
Remaining part of the day is to visit the city.

Overnight stay in São Luís with breakfast.


Day 2
São Luís / Barreirinhas
Departure in the morning between 06:30 and 07:40 on a 30-seat air-conditioned tourist minibus. We will travel approximately 270 km on paved roads to reach the city of Barreirinhas, one of the main gateways to the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park. Arrival in the city is expected between 12:20 and 12:50.
Note: Seat allocation is random. For those seeking more comfort, a private vehicle can be requested for an additional fee.

In the afternoon, at 14:00, we will depart in a non-air-conditioned 4x4 jeep. We will cross the Rio Preguiças by barge and then follow a sandy trail that leads to the entrance of the Great Lençóis Maranhenses National Park. From here, we will begin a hike across the dunes to explore the beautiful area of Laguna Bonita. We will have the opportunity to swim in fresh, crystal-clear lagoons formed between the dunes. The rains, which fall between February and June, create numerous clear lagoons, some green and others blue, with depths of up to 4 meters. The strong winds, especially in the second half of the year, cause the dunes to shift by up to 20 meters per year, constantly reshaping the landscape, which is never the same from one season to the next.
We will return to the city after 19:00, after witnessing a breathtaking sunset among the dunes.

Overnight in Barreirinhas with breakfast.


Day 3
Barreirinhas

Departure at 8:30 AM for the quad excursion, one of the most adventurous and exciting experiences of the entire trip. Before departure, our guide will provide detailed instructions on quad usage and conduct a brief driving test to ensure that all participants are ready for the adventure.
During this extraordinary day, each pair of participants will drive one quad (1 vehicle for every 2 people). Following an expert local guide, we will cover 45 km of sandy trails, crossing the golden dunes of the Pequenos Lençóis Maranhenses and flooded areas, reaching Caburé Beach in about 3 hours, where we will stop for lunch.
The excursion covers a total of over 90 km, entirely under the sun: we recommend bringing sunscreen and sunglasses. Depending on the season, we may pass through flooded or dusty areas, adding an extra touch of adventure.

Return to Barreirinhas is expected around 5:00 PM.

Important information: children under 8 years old, pregnant women, and people with back problems or mobility difficulties cannot participate in this excursion. Those who prefer a more relaxed option can choose an alternative excursion at the time of booking.

Overnight stay in the city of Barreirinhas with breakfast included.


Day 4
Barreirinhas / Tutoia / Parnaiba

Departure at 09:30 am in a Private air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle to the city of Tutóia which is located on the border between Maranhão and Piauí states.
On this day, we take the panoramic route for 3 and a half hours, along sandy tracks that in the rainy season can be flooded, crossing a stretch of the dunes of the Little Lençois Maranhenses, where we will meet incredibly beautiful landscapes, prairies slowly being invaded by sand dunes and native huts at the foot of the remotest desert.
Upon arriving in the small city of Rio Novo, we continue traveling 34km of paved road until we arrive in Tutóia. During the car trip, we’ll stop for lunch (not included in the price) in the village of Lagoinha, in a simple but cozy restaurant located in front of a clear water lagoon.

Arriving at the port of Tutóia around 14:30,  we depart in a fast boat to visit Delta das Americas which marks the border between Maranhão and Piauí states, formed by the Parnaíba River and effluents, which in their path toward the ocean create a group of islands, offering a beautiful view of dunes, desert beaches and streams covered by mangroves and inhabited by thousands of crabs giving rise to a piece of Amazon forest in “Route of emotions”; duration of the trip is 4 full hours with stops for swimming and taking pictures.
We’re going to navigate along more than 70 km of this beautiful delta, crossing paths with native fisherman in their simple sailing canoes; it’s going to be a fascinating trip. In some places the wind and the waves can create splashes of water that enter the boat, getting a little wet is part of the adventure.
At the end of the excursion, the sunset, from July to January, offers the possibility of watching hundreds of fire-red ibises in flight to their own refuges in the middle of the forest, a truly amazing spectacle.

Overnight stay in Parnaíba with breakfast.


Day 5
Parnaiba / Jericoacoara

Departure at 8:00 in the morning in a Private air-conditioned 4X4 to the village of Jericoacoara, travelling the panoramic route through the dunes of Luis Correia and continue along 75 km of paved road until we reach Chaval where we climb go up the observatory to see look over the small city with its houses constructed in the middle of giant rocks.
We then travel 50 km of paved road until we arrive to the city of Camocim where we cross “Rio Coreaù” boarding a ferry and the trip continues long a 40-km stretch of coast, through trails, edging sand dunes, palm trees and coconut trees on the way to Tatajuba where we get to know the lagoon "Lagoa Grande” where we will stop for lunch (not included). Our journey finally continues via Guriú and Mangue Seco, until we reach the village of Jericoacoara.
We’d like to mention that the actual duration of each visit is influenced by the schedule of the tides and is decided at the moment of the excursion. 

Note: the municipality of Jericoacoara requires a stay fee, already included in the cost of the tour. 
​The voucher that we will send you must be shown (in digital format) upon your arrival in Jericoacoara and also to the pousada where you will be staying (children up to 12 years and adults over 60 years are exempt from paying).
Important: There have been rumors circulating for a few days that a new environmental tax will be instituted in addition to the stay tax already included and paid in your itinerary but no timetable for when it will come into effect has been disclosed.The value is expected to be around R$ 50 (USD 9) per person and will be paid on the spot, although it has not yet been determined whether it will be collected at the hotel or otherwise. In case it comes into effect before your departure, I would like to point out that this cost was not included in our participation fee.

Overnight stay in Jericoacoara with breakfast. 


Day 6
Jericoacoara

Departure in the morning to 9:00 in a Private Dune Buggy to know the Jericoacoara National Park, with its famous beaches. We will drive along sandy roads, climb dunes and arrive at the Paraiso lagoon. It will be possible to visit the famous Alchymist bathing establishment (optional visit with entry fee to be paid locally) or continue to another, less famous but equally beautiful establishment where you can relax in hammocks in the crystal clear waters, sipping a good local caipirinha or the water in the natural coconut.

Later we will continue passing through a visit to the Azul lagoon and will continue until we reach the east coast of the Jericoacoara Park with a stop in the beautiful village of Preá where we will stop for lunch (lunch not included) in a typical restaurant specializing in fish and fruit of the sea and to enjoy a breathtaking view of the beach and the blue ocean.

After lunch and a last swim in the ocean, we will travel about 12 km of sandy slopes that run along the sea until we reach Jericoacoara.

Overnight stay in Jericoacoara with breakfast. 


Day 7
Jericoacoara / Fortaleza

Leave Jericoacoara between 11:30 am and 12:00 noon to Fortaleza, to the city of Fortaleza aboard air-conditioned Toyota 4x4 vehicle with a capacity of up to 6 people.
This day we travel along the shortest route lasting about 5 hours, we will start going for 20 km through trails in the sand that leave Jericoacoara until arrival in the town of Jijoca; from here you will continue along a non-panoramic road covering over 280 km of paved road, until you reach Fortaleza, arrival scheduled for 06:00 / 07:00 pm.
Note: The allocation of seats is totally random and for those who want more comfort, we offer the possibility of a private vehicle in supplement.

Overnight stay in Fortaleza with breakfast. 


Day 8
Fortaleza

Breakfast at the hotel.
Acclimatized transfer to the airport of Fortaleza. Departure from the hotel 3 hours before the flight.
The accommodations will be available until noon. If you have a flight after normal check-out time, you can still leave your luggage in the lobby and use the hotel's common areas, such as the bar and swimming pool, until your departure time.
End of the services.


Departures
  • Our trips are daily so you can choose without worrying about pre-determined days.
Seasonal features
Seasonal features

In this coastal region of the Brazilian Northeast, along the Route of Emotions which includes the states of Maranhão, Piauí and Ceará, temperatures fluctuate between 37 ° and 22 ° throughout the year and the climate is hot and semi-humid. The rainy season runs from January to May; this period is indicated for those who can not stand the excessive heat; the dry season begins in June and goes until December, at this time the sun is steady and strong; this is definitely the best period for hiking.
We remind that due to the dry season, some lagoons of the National Park of Lençóis Maranhenses you can meet in the dry period from October to February.

Route and Duration (remind you that the program can be customized or reversed)
Route and Duration (remind you that the program can be customized or reversed)
Day 1
São Luis
- São Luis

Arrival in São Luís and accommodation in hotel with air-conditioned vehicle.
The room will be available at check in time at 2:00 p.m., still being able to leave your luggage in storage and use the common areas.
This is the first step of the trip and starting point to visit the "Rota das emoções" or the "Route of the emotions".
Remaining part of the day is to visit the city.

Overnight stay in São Luís with breakfast.

Day 2
São Luís / Barreirinhas
- São Luís / Barreirinhas
Departure in the morning between 06:30 and 07:40 on a 30-seat air-conditioned tourist minibus. We will travel approximately 270 km on paved roads to reach the city of Barreirinhas, one of the main gateways to the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park. Arrival in the city is expected between 12:20 and 12:50.
Note: Seat allocation is random. For those seeking more comfort, a private vehicle can be requested for an additional fee.

In the afternoon, at 14:00, we will depart in a non-air-conditioned 4x4 jeep. We will cross the Rio Preguiças by barge and then follow a sandy trail that leads to the entrance of the Great Lençóis Maranhenses National Park. From here, we will begin a hike across the dunes to explore the beautiful area of Laguna Bonita. We will have the opportunity to swim in fresh, crystal-clear lagoons formed between the dunes. The rains, which fall between February and June, create numerous clear lagoons, some green and others blue, with depths of up to 4 meters. The strong winds, especially in the second half of the year, cause the dunes to shift by up to 20 meters per year, constantly reshaping the landscape, which is never the same from one season to the next.
We will return to the city after 19:00, after witnessing a breathtaking sunset among the dunes.

Overnight in Barreirinhas with breakfast.

Day 3
Barreirinhas
- Barreirinhas

Departure at 8:30 AM for the quad excursion, one of the most adventurous and exciting experiences of the entire trip. Before departure, our guide will provide detailed instructions on quad usage and conduct a brief driving test to ensure that all participants are ready for the adventure.
During this extraordinary day, each pair of participants will drive one quad (1 vehicle for every 2 people). Following an expert local guide, we will cover 45 km of sandy trails, crossing the golden dunes of the Pequenos Lençóis Maranhenses and flooded areas, reaching Caburé Beach in about 3 hours, where we will stop for lunch.
The excursion covers a total of over 90 km, entirely under the sun: we recommend bringing sunscreen and sunglasses. Depending on the season, we may pass through flooded or dusty areas, adding an extra touch of adventure.

Return to Barreirinhas is expected around 5:00 PM.

Important information: children under 8 years old, pregnant women, and people with back problems or mobility difficulties cannot participate in this excursion. Those who prefer a more relaxed option can choose an alternative excursion at the time of booking.

Overnight stay in the city of Barreirinhas with breakfast included.

Day 4
Barreirinhas / Tutoia / Parnaiba
- Barreirinhas / Tutoia / Parnaiba

Departure at 09:30 am in a Private air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle to the city of Tutóia which is located on the border between Maranhão and Piauí states.
On this day, we take the panoramic route for 3 and a half hours, along sandy tracks that in the rainy season can be flooded, crossing a stretch of the dunes of the Little Lençois Maranhenses, where we will meet incredibly beautiful landscapes, prairies slowly being invaded by sand dunes and native huts at the foot of the remotest desert.
Upon arriving in the small city of Rio Novo, we continue traveling 34km of paved road until we arrive in Tutóia. During the car trip, we’ll stop for lunch (not included in the price) in the village of Lagoinha, in a simple but cozy restaurant located in front of a clear water lagoon.

Arriving at the port of Tutóia around 14:30,  we depart in a fast boat to visit Delta das Americas which marks the border between Maranhão and Piauí states, formed by the Parnaíba River and effluents, which in their path toward the ocean create a group of islands, offering a beautiful view of dunes, desert beaches and streams covered by mangroves and inhabited by thousands of crabs giving rise to a piece of Amazon forest in “Route of emotions”; duration of the trip is 4 full hours with stops for swimming and taking pictures.
We’re going to navigate along more than 70 km of this beautiful delta, crossing paths with native fisherman in their simple sailing canoes; it’s going to be a fascinating trip. In some places the wind and the waves can create splashes of water that enter the boat, getting a little wet is part of the adventure.
At the end of the excursion, the sunset, from July to January, offers the possibility of watching hundreds of fire-red ibises in flight to their own refuges in the middle of the forest, a truly amazing spectacle.

Overnight stay in Parnaíba with breakfast.

Day 5
Parnaiba / Jericoacoara
- Parnaiba / Jericoacoara

Departure at 8:00 in the morning in a Private air-conditioned 4X4 to the village of Jericoacoara, travelling the panoramic route through the dunes of Luis Correia and continue along 75 km of paved road until we reach Chaval where we climb go up the observatory to see look over the small city with its houses constructed in the middle of giant rocks.
We then travel 50 km of paved road until we arrive to the city of Camocim where we cross “Rio Coreaù” boarding a ferry and the trip continues long a 40-km stretch of coast, through trails, edging sand dunes, palm trees and coconut trees on the way to Tatajuba where we get to know the lagoon "Lagoa Grande” where we will stop for lunch (not included). Our journey finally continues via Guriú and Mangue Seco, until we reach the village of Jericoacoara.
We’d like to mention that the actual duration of each visit is influenced by the schedule of the tides and is decided at the moment of the excursion. 

Note: the municipality of Jericoacoara requires a stay fee, already included in the cost of the tour. 
​The voucher that we will send you must be shown (in digital format) upon your arrival in Jericoacoara and also to the pousada where you will be staying (children up to 12 years and adults over 60 years are exempt from paying).
Important: There have been rumors circulating for a few days that a new environmental tax will be instituted in addition to the stay tax already included and paid in your itinerary but no timetable for when it will come into effect has been disclosed.The value is expected to be around R$ 50 (USD 9) per person and will be paid on the spot, although it has not yet been determined whether it will be collected at the hotel or otherwise. In case it comes into effect before your departure, I would like to point out that this cost was not included in our participation fee.

Overnight stay in Jericoacoara with breakfast. 

Day 6
Jericoacoara
- Jericoacoara

Departure in the morning to 9:00 in a Private Dune Buggy to know the Jericoacoara National Park, with its famous beaches. We will drive along sandy roads, climb dunes and arrive at the Paraiso lagoon. It will be possible to visit the famous Alchymist bathing establishment (optional visit with entry fee to be paid locally) or continue to another, less famous but equally beautiful establishment where you can relax in hammocks in the crystal clear waters, sipping a good local caipirinha or the water in the natural coconut.

Later we will continue passing through a visit to the Azul lagoon and will continue until we reach the east coast of the Jericoacoara Park with a stop in the beautiful village of Preá where we will stop for lunch (lunch not included) in a typical restaurant specializing in fish and fruit of the sea and to enjoy a breathtaking view of the beach and the blue ocean.

After lunch and a last swim in the ocean, we will travel about 12 km of sandy slopes that run along the sea until we reach Jericoacoara.

Overnight stay in Jericoacoara with breakfast. 

Day 7
Jericoacoara / Fortaleza
- Jericoacoara / Fortaleza

Leave Jericoacoara between 11:30 am and 12:00 noon to Fortaleza, to the city of Fortaleza aboard air-conditioned Toyota 4x4 vehicle with a capacity of up to 6 people.
This day we travel along the shortest route lasting about 5 hours, we will start going for 20 km through trails in the sand that leave Jericoacoara until arrival in the town of Jijoca; from here you will continue along a non-panoramic road covering over 280 km of paved road, until you reach Fortaleza, arrival scheduled for 06:00 / 07:00 pm.
Note: The allocation of seats is totally random and for those who want more comfort, we offer the possibility of a private vehicle in supplement.

Overnight stay in Fortaleza with breakfast. 

Day 8
Fortaleza
- Fortaleza

Breakfast at the hotel.
Acclimatized transfer to the airport of Fortaleza. Departure from the hotel 3 hours before the flight.
The accommodations will be available until noon. If you have a flight after normal check-out time, you can still leave your luggage in the lobby and use the hotel's common areas, such as the bar and swimming pool, until your departure time.
End of the services.

Departures
Departures
  • Our trips are daily so you can choose without worrying about pre-determined days.

Conditions

Included in the package
  • Overnight with breakfast.
  • Acclimatized transfer with a driver.
  • The excursions and activities above described (the transport is not with vehicles for exclusive use).
  • All excursions are accompanied by a local Portuguese language guide, our local guides, although they don't speak English, always try to make themselves understood and provide essential explanations for the tour. It is also worth mentioning that while you are traveling, the Brasil Planet team, will personally take care of each stage of your tour and we will be the people to whom you can refer in case you have doubts or there were unexpected situations.
Not included
  • Domestic or international flights are not included to give you the option to use your own frequent flyer program miles and save money on the cost of the trip. For Brasil Planet what matters is that you have the best travel experience.
  • Drinks and food.
  • Medical travel and Trip Cancellation insurance.
Additional options
  • English speaking guide.
  • Private transfers and excursions with vehicles for exclusive use.
Extra information
  • During the drought season, between October and February, the water level of the lagoons of the Lençóis Maranhenses decreases and most of them are completely dry.
  • Do not forget the sun block, the hat, the cap, the sunglasses and of course the swimsuit.
  • In the towns and villages along the route, there are no currency exchange offices. Therefore, we recommend obtaining an adequate amount of local currency in the main cities. However, please note that credit card payments are generally accepted almost everywhere, even for small amounts.
  • Brasil Planet has no constraints with the restaurants envisaged for the route, which are chosen by drivers and guides for logistical reasons and to offer a good quality at reasonable prices. Therefore it remains at the discretion of the client whether to accept or to prefer, when available, another restaurant nearby.
  • Brasil Planet is not responsible for objects forgotten in hotels or inside the vehicles.
General Terms and Conditions of Contract


Alterations

  • Once the travel itinerary has been established and confirmed and the relevant travel documents have been sent, any subsequent changes will incur an additional fee.
  • During the execution of the trip, it will not be possible to change the transport or excursion schedules. All services are booked in advance, and any changes will require the booking and payment of a new service


Cancellations and Refunds
According to Normative Resolution No. 161 of August 9, 1985, by Embratur, in case of cancellation for any reason, the following percentages of the total value of your trip (excluding airfare) will be refunded:

  • 80% if canceled up to 30 days before the start of the trip.
  • 70% if canceled 29 to 21 days before the start of the trip.
  • 50% if canceled 20 to 7 days before the start of the trip.
  • If less than 7 days before the start of the trip, no refunds will be given.
  • No refunds will be provided for services you choose to cancel after the trip has started.
  • For trips booked during the Carnival and New Year periods, no refunds will be given.


Travel Assistance
We are here to ensure you travel with peace of mind. If you have any questions about your itinerary or need information about reserved services, you can reach us through our offices or via WhatsApp, Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Outside of these hours, our offices are closed, and we kindly ask that you use the WhatsApp service only in case of emergencies.


FROM SÃO LUÍS TO FORTALEZA 4WD: "THE ROUTE OF EMOTIONS" -
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Annig B. - September 2022
Lençois Maranhenses, Delta of Parnaíba and Jericoacoara
Thank you so much for a wonderful trip, such an adventure!

All went well :)

Best regards,

Annig

Lynne B. - June 2022
Lençois Maranhenses, Delta of Parnaíba and Jericoacoara - 6 days and 5 nights
Dear Francesco, I just want to thank you for a fabulous trip recently and for your own swift support throughout. I shall certainly recommend your company to others.
For your reference: Lencois Marahenses were fantastic and the driver and guide excellent. The Pousada do buriti was very good. The driver who took us to Parnaiba was excellent and was very good showing us birds etc in little Lencois.
The hotel in Parnaiba (pousada dos Ventos) was the only sub-standard part of the trip. Maybe if accommodated in the outside wings they would be in better condition but our room in the main building needs a lot of work. Location is good and staff very helpful but bathroom dirty and in bad repair.
Transfer to Jericoacara was functional. The Rox Hotel was excellent.
Our airport transfer was efficient.
All in all an excellent trip.
Thank you.

Corinna A. - November 2018
Lençois Maranhenses, Delta das Americas e Jericoacoara
Dear Francesco,

I just wanted to say thank you for this amazing tour, we loved everything about it and it was organised perfectly!!! One of our highlights was the beautiful drive from Barreirinhas to Parnaiba during which we had the best guide ever, he was so nice and took great care of us and really made an effort to show and explain as much as possible to us though we don´t speak Portuguese.

Thanks again and best regards
Corinna

Luis N - September 2018
From São Luís to Fortaleza 4wd: "The Route of Emotions"
Hi Francesco!

Thank you for an amazing trip, it was just as good, if not better than expected! The tours and transfers were well organised and exceeded expectations! It was so great having everything organised for us, especially with our limited Portuguese and time! It was quite difficult finding information and tours from Australia, and without Brasil Planet we probably would not have been able to experience as much as we did! The route of emotions was definitely a highlight of our holiday and have been recommending it to many people!

Thanks again,

Louise

Daniel S. - August 2018
From São Luís to Fortaleza 4wd: "The Route of Emotions"
Hi Francesco,

How are you?

I finally had the time to leave a feedback on google.
Also I would like to write you some comments, so you can further fine-tune your offer.
Generally, we were really happy, it has been a wonderful trip and very well organized, all worked out very well.

Just some points of improvement:
Hotels:
All hotels were very good selected and really nice!
The only ones not so special have been the one in São Luiz (it has been under construction) and the one in Fortaleza (the room has a view on the back-side of the hotel - would have preferred a view to the ocean).
Tour:
It was very great! A unique experience indeed!
The only improvements would be:
The trip to the lençois Maranhenses - the pick-up was already rather late and there was a big delay - they only arrived about one hour after the agreed time - we were already very worried, as this excursion is the high-light of the trip. With the delay we had to wait a long time to cross the river and literally just made it short before the sunset to the dunes - it would be really recommended to leave earlier to this trip - even the guides said so - so if you can change it, make the pick-up in São Luiz one hour earlier and then arrange the pick-up for the excursion 2 hours earlier at the Rio Preguiço Resort Hotel - that way you have sufficient time to really enjoy the spectacle of the Lençois and take a bath in the various lagoons.
The other improvement is the trip from Jericoacoara to Fortaleza. Instead of mid-day this pick-up should be early morning - that way you could stop on the way at praia de paraiso (preferably) or simply have more time at Fortaleza - the way it is currently, bascially you waste the whole day travelling on boring roads from Jeri to Fortaleza - and since it´s the last day of the trip, it leaves a bad last impression. (Fortunately we had two additonal days in Fortaleza and then left to Fernando de Noronha - if not it would have been really depressing to spend the last day of your vacations in a bus riding through the inlands of Ceara).
If you are able to improve these two points, I think you´d really have the dream trip mastered out. Let me know once you implement this, and I am happy to recommend this as the perfect trip to my friends and family!

Thanks again for this wonderful trip and the splendid organization!

Kind regards,
Daniel


Emmanuelle & Florent - July 2018
Jericoacoara, Delta das Americas e Lençois Maranhenses
Good afternoon Francesco,

Apologies for the late reply, we recently came back from our holidays in Brazil.

Emmanuelle and I would like to thank you a lot for the Route of Emotions tour that you organized for us ! We really enjoyed it.

All tours and transfers came as planned, and the choice of accommodations was great. In particular we liked the Pousada do Farol in Jeri and Pousada Vila Parnaiba. We also had great drivers from Jeri to Barreirinhas.

We will try to leave feedback on internet when we have some time. We’ll happy to use your services if we come back to Brazil !

Thanks again

Emmanuelle & Florent

Karoline B. K. - December 2017
From São Luís to Fortaleza 4wd: "The Route of Emotions"
Dear Francesco,

Thank you very much for your mail!

I just wanted to let you know, that the Rota das Emoções was truly amazing - and perfectly organised the last bit.

All the drivers and guides were fantastic, always perfectly on time, incredibly nice and very knowledgeable. We especially enjoyed the boat tour through the delta das Americas, but also travelling with 4x4 through the dunes from Barreirinhas to Tutóia and from Parnaiba to Jeri. All three of the guides/drivers were great!

The hotels were absolutely perfect in Barreirinhas and Parnaiba, in Jeri the location, room and breakfast were great, but the My Blue Hotel was lacking a bit in cleanliness and maintenance.

I will add a 5star review to Google and would certainly contact you again for other “Brazilian adventures”!! :-)

Kind regards, many thanks and happy holidays 🎄🎄🎄
Babette

Jo and Paddy - July 2017
From São Luís to Fortaleza 4wd: "The Route of Emotions"+ Rio Negro River Cruis
Dear Valeria
We want to thank you at Brazil Planet for your excellent communication with us before the trip and the impressive way everything worked out exactly as planned! We enjoyed the two pousadas that were supplied, particularly in Barreirinhas.
We highly recommend the trip to Lencois Maranhenses!

Jo and Paddy(UK) July 2017


Jones R. - June 2017
From São Luís to Fortaleza 4wd: "The Route of Emotions"+ Rio Negro River Cruise
Hi Guys ( and especially Valeria),

Thanks for making this a great experience. I was a little apprehensive about booking online from an overseas company that I had never heard of.

However, from the first email response to my initial enquiry I have found that dealing with you has been excellent and highly professional. Your willingness and ability to be flexible to accommodate my specific preferences gave us a great opportunity to see all we wanted to see. I was most impressed with the outstanding coordination of the various agents along the way. At no time were we left waiting for pickups and each guide and driver was reliable and professional. I don´t speak any portuguese and some of the drivers and guides spoke little english but they always tried to explain and assist. I travel extensively for work and leisure and almost never need to use the services of tourist agencies and I have no interest in group tours. However, you were able to provide me with a range of options that enabled me to do something I would not have been able to manage on my own and I am very pleased with your services. I would certainly use your agency again if the need came up.


I have only just returned from Brazil having spent 7 weeks there. The services you provided were a highlight of my time there. It´s a pity that some of Brazil´s domestic airlines don´t always offer the same degree of professionalism.

Kind regards

Zuzana C. - April 2017
From São Luís to Fortaleza 4wd: "The Route of Emotions"
Hi Valeria,

We are just back from our trip and I wanted to say a big thank you to you and whole of the team in Brazil Planet – we were extremely happy with all the services and had a great time. Everything was super well arranged and especially all of the transfers and drivers were always on time, really impressive! So please let them know and thank you again for everything – I will certainly recommend you to everyone travelling to Brazil and happy to provide a review as well if you need.

Many thanks,
Zuzana

Oriane and Ilias - May 2016
From São Luís to Fortaleza 4wd: "The Route of Emotions"
Hi Valeria,

Thank you for your help in organizing this tour. We had a lovely experience in Brazil and the Nordeste in particular. The tours are well organized, people are on time and friendly and they provide a genuine input when you visit a place. The hotels were well located. Also, thank you for your availability during the holidays for your answers to our questions.

Best,
Oriane and Ilias

Andreas T.P. - May 2016
Lençois maranhenses, Delta e Jericoacoara
Hi Francesco,

everything was well organized. we have no regrets in regard to Brasil Planet as a host. the drivers were always on time. if there was a delay, we were informed. the fast feedback via whatsapp was great, especially for foreign travellers with no sim card. only WLAN is obligatory. the time management was great. overall the trip was well organized. i would recommend it. i would choose Brasil Planet again to organize a trip for me. thanks again.

Kind regards,
Andreas

Yasmine - May 2016
From São Luís to Fortaleza 4wd: "The Route of Emotions"
Hello Valeria,

I honestly have nothing to say except that the trip was amazing. The hotels were good. The service was excellent !

Thank you so much !

We will be back !

Best
Yasmine

Marion W. - November 2015
From São Luís to Fortaleza 4wd: "The Route of Emotions"
Dear Francesco,
today I´ve Internet Acess and a little bit of time to give you a Feedback.
All the Journey we felt like being in good hands as everything was organized professionally.

Drivers:
- were in time (pick up & arrival)
- were very sympatical and we had goodm conversations that shortened up the long time for driving at large distances
- stopped whenever we wanted for taking pictures

Hotels:
- great!!!
- good location
- friendly and helpful staff
- rooms were clean
- no noise

Sights:
- amazing!!!
- The Lencois, Delta do Parnaiba & Jericoara were marvellous...
- the ride along the beaches (a long one) was not felt like a long one..as landscape differed and driver was funny

Price:
- it´s worth its money

Additional:
- superflexible and great support when asking twice for change of the pick up dates!!! This is really a ´more than you expect´ and shows a big interest in the customer to keep him satisified

all in all I´d recommend this tour and the services of Brazil Planet to other travellers as it is a good investion where the traveller can rely on / trust in the organizer, can see & learn a lot and does not have to have any soorows about a successful holiday.

Thanks again for your good service.

pls kindly send me a link where to publish the feedbac as I am not registered at TripAdvisor.

Best regards
Marion

Christian R. - April 2015
Jericoacoara, Delta of Parnaíba and Lençois Maranhenses
Hi Francesco,

Thanks for your note. Please apologize for my late reply. I am happy to write a quick review on Tripadvisor. I was very very satisfied with the trip from Fortaleza to Sao Luis. The transfers, tours and accommodations were very well organized. All the pick-ups took place on time and the staff was very helpful. I only slightly struggled with the fact that most of the guides/drivers didn´t speak a world of English. This was kind of sad as most of the time, I was the only passangers and I couldn´t talk to the drivers at all.

The cost for this strip was at the high end for my budget but definitively justifiable based on the services you provided (including the very accommodations). You may consider to offer a third package for people with lower budgets where you include cheaper accommodations (e.g. private rooms in hostals instead of hotels etc.).

I hope this is helpful.

Regards,

Christian

Tom & Madeleine R. - February 2015
Fernando de Noronha & From Fortaleza to São Luís 4wd: "The Route of Emotions"
Hi Francesco,

Thanks for your note. TAM has refunded the amount but thanks for the remembering it.

We were very pleased with your organisation of our trip – all the drivers and guides arrived on time and as expected and there was no stress on all our various transfers, which makes such a difference to enjoying the holiday. We were also pleased with how you handled TAM’s unilateral change of flight.

Re the hotels, I think the only point was the Pousada Teju Acu in Fernando – the staff were very good and we had a chat with the hotel manager who explained why it is difficult to keep the facilities up to date because of the local legal constraints, but we were a little dissatisfied – the bathroom needed refurbishing and the pool a few small repairs, for example. While the Pousada Maravilha was outside our budget (and I have to say we were not terribly impressed with the food when we dined there), I think the Treboju might have been better.

We were pleased with the other hotels, however, and also with the quality of the guiding and driving. I particularly enjoyed the boat trips – especially the one across the delta from Parnaibe, where the boatman was especially good.

Feel free to use this note on your web site and if there are other sites where you’d suggest I post a comment, just let me know.

Regards,
Tom


Andrea E. - August 2014
From Fortaleza to São Luís 4wd: "The Route of Emotions"
Hello Francesco

Yes, the trip is now finished and we are all back home in the normal behavior and back on work.

At this point I also want to thank you and Brasil Planet for the perfect organization of “the Route of Emotions”-Part of my trip – everything worked fine, everybody was in time, all the pousadas and hotels were very good – and the program itself was absolutely perfect – we all enjoyed it very much.
The only “minipoint” that I could say is, that the last transport from Jeri to Fortaleza airport was concerning the time a little bit let me say nervous. At first we started one hour earlier as planned – but we arrived at the airport only 20 minutes before closing of the check-in counters – on the way we a lot of traffic and if we didn’t start that one hour earlier we would have missed the plane.
But all the rest was “as expected” and I will come back to you and your organization, when I’m planning my next trip to Southamerica – for sure.

Thank you very much and kind regards
Andrea E.

Ulrike & Uto - June 2014
From Fortaleza to São Luís 4wd: "The Route of Emotions"
Hallo Hr. Catalani,

wir möchten uns sehr herzlich bedanken für sehr gut organisierte Reise.
Die Jeepfahrer waren super pünktlich und sehr nett, die Posadas waren alle
sehr sauber und es hat sehr gutes Frühstück gegeben. Die Ausflüge haben uns
alle sehr gefallen und waren gut organisiert. Die ganze Reise war ein voller
Erfolg, wir bedanken uns herzlichst. Mein Mann und ich würden Ihrer Reisegesellschaft
die Bestnote geben.

Viele Grüße aus Germany sendet Ulrike u. Uto

P.S. Wenn sie eine Beurteilung für das Internet bräuchten, sind wir gerne bereit
Ihnen eine sehr gute Beurteilung zu geben.

Armin S. - May 2014
From Fortaleza to São Luís 4wd: "The Route of Emotions"
Hello Francesco,

we had a very great time in Brasil and the round trip from Fortaleza to Sao Luis was together with the Pantanal the highlight of our vacation. The trip was perfectly organized and varied. All transfers and trips worked perfectly and the choice of hotels was also very nice. So we are very happy with choosing you and your organisation.

BR

Armin


Nicolas Q. - December 2013
From Fortaleza to Sao Luis "The Route of the Emotions"
Hi Francesco,

all was good!!!
only down point was the long waiting for the 4x4 transer to taking the boat through the Delta de parnaiba. We waited long at a resort where we had no idea what to do (we should have been told to order lunch).
When the driver arrived (nice guy by the way), we understood that we taught to have had lunch during the waiting time... he advised us to order lunch still, but it took 1h15 to get 1 French fries portion! Very poor kitchen management at the place. May be a good idea to find another location for the waiting time

Otherwise, as said, was great, smooth, a very nice trip!
thanks for your professionalism!


Michaela and Reinhold - August 2013
From São Luís to Fortaleza 4wd: "The Route of Emotions"
Dear Francesco

I can only give you the best of all possible feedbacks and have already recommended you to everybody I´ve met.

Apart from the hotel in Fortaleza - I´ve told you already - all hotels were just fine. The organisation was perfect, I particularly liked our drivers Paulo and George, very punctual - everybody was - and very interesting to talk to.

Our trip to Brazil lasted 7 weeks and ´your part´ was the best, thank you again!

Best regards,

Michaela and Reinhold

Esther and Claudia - February 2013
From Sao Luis to Fortaleza 4WD "The route of the emotions"
We loved the trip you organised for us so much, THANK YOU.
Everything was perfect - everything was on time, transport was comfortable / suitable, guides very friendly, and the pousada´s were great.
The itinerary is fantastic, covers such varied, special places.
A couple of very small points if you´re interested in constructive criticism:
1. Think it woudl be good if your description / info to tourists included suggestions of which places people may consider spending more time in (we were v happy we extended our stay in Jeri!!!)
2. The language was an issue at points, even though Claudia speaks Spanish and could communicate somewhat…minimal english training / requirement of the guides would be great, so there aren´t any misunderstandings about the time available in each place etc.
3. given your local knowledge, perhaps some basic advice/recommendations of local restaurants / activities etc. would be great to include on the itinerary, to help tourists.

Thanks again and wishing you lots of success for the future.

Eleanora - January 2013
From Fortaleza to Sao Luis 4WD "The route of the emotions"
Wwe had a great road trip from Forteleza to Sao Luis- we particularly enjoyed our small boat trip up the Parnaiba river as well as seeing the white sands of the Lencois in person which we had wanted to see for ages.
Thank you for a great adventure!
CHEERS
Eleanora

Clare G. - June 2012
From Sao Luis to Fortaleza 4WD "The route of the emotions"
Dear Francesco,
Sorry about the delay in getting back to you with feedback.
We very much enjoyed the trip and commend you and your staff for a well organised trip and good communication.
We were a bit concerned about booking a trip through the internet with a company that we could not see many reviews on but we were pleased that everything was in order and everything was as promised.
The trip was a good length with enough time to see what we needed to but still have a relaxing time.
It was good to see pictures in advance the vehicles we were going to be riding in.
The accommodation was all good and we had no complaints about any of it.
Your recommendation to haves an extra night and see the beautiful lagoon, rather than stay in Sao Luis was a good one. Thank you.
The assistance we got with lost luggage was fantastic.
I think the only issues were:
When we got to Jeri we were not sure of where and when we were going to be picked up for our bus trip to Fortalesa. Only a minor issue which was quickly resolved by emailing you.
Although we acknowledge that we definitely needed an English speaking guide we felt it was expensive and not good value for money. Our guide did not seem very knowledgeable on some subjects. i.e. we were interested in where all the sand in the Lencois Marenhenses was coming from and he could not tell us. I looked it up on the internet in the end.
Anyway overall it was a fantastic trip and we would highly recommend your company and would be happy to give any references.
All the best and kind regards
Clare G
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Hotel Brisamar
Sao Luis
Rua João Pereira Damasceno, 2, Ponta do farol, São Luís, CEP 65077-630, Brasil
Brisamar Hotel offers beachfront accommodations in São Luís, Maranhão, where guests can relax with access to a sauna and swimming pool.
The well-appointed guest rooms boast stunning sea views and provide the convenience of 24-hour room service.
At Brisamar’s restaurant, guests can indulge in a variety of regional, national, and international dishes, available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Pousada do Buriti
Barreirinhas
Town center - Rua Inácio Lins. S/N, 65590-000 Barreirinhas
Hotel Pousada Do Buriti offers accommodation with balcony, an outdoor swimming pool, free Wi-Fi and free parking. It is located in downtown Barreirinhas, 200 metres from the River Preguiças. The air-conditioned rooms are simply furnished with a TV and a minibar. Guests can enjoy their hammocks, set on the balcony.
A buffet breakfast is served in the eating area each morning. Buriti´s bar prepares a variety of drinks and refreshments during the day.
Pousada Vila Parnaiba
Parnaiba
Town center - Rua Monsenhor Joaquim Lopes 500, 64200-150 Parnaíba
Located 500 metres from the historical centre, Vila Parnaiba offers a buffet breakfast, an outdoor pool and free Wi-fi. All air-conditioned rooms offer an LCD TV, a telephone and a private bathroom. Simply styled, they also provide bed linens and bath towels. The buffet breakfast at Vila Parnaiba includes fresh fruits, breads and cakes, as well as a selection of drinks.
Pousada Carcarà
Jericoacoara
Town center - Rua do Forró 500, 62598-973 Jericoacoara
Pousada Carcará features a sunny outdoor pool with wooden sun loungers. Free WiFi access is also available.
Air-conditioned rooms will provide guests with a rustic décor. It also comes with a TV, a mini-bar and a balcony with pool views. Private bathrooms come with a hairdryer and free toiletries.
At Pousada Carcará guests will find a 24-hour front desk, a garden and a bar. Sun loungers and beach chairs are also available for guests and free of charge.
A free varied buffet breakfast is served daily.
Hotel Villa Mayor
Fortaleza
100 mt. from Beira Mar beach - Rua Visconde de Mauá, 151, Meireles, CEP 60.125-160,Fortaleza
The Hotel Villa Mayor is a charming hotel with a beautiful facade and adorable gardens surrounding a swimming pool for adults and children. It is located in Fortaleza, only 100 m from the beach, near the Regional Handicraft Market and several restaurants specialized in the local cuisine.

The rooms provided by Villa Mayor are equipped with air conditioning, cable TV, mini-bar, telephone and free internet connection.

A breakfast buffet with juices, cakes and regional fruits awaits you every morning in the restaurant, which remains open 24 hours a day. A bar and coffee shop are also available on site.
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