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A half-day river and beach circuit that pairs a 40-minute speedboat ride with short 4x4 transfers to riverine villages, a lighthouse climb, and Caburé’s double-sided beach. Ideal for travelers who want easy access to Lençóis Maranhenses scenery with cultural stops and wildlife viewing.
A half-day river and beach circuit that pairs a 40-minute speedboat ride with short 4x4 transfers to riverine villages, a lighthouse climb, and Caburé’s double-sided beach. Ideal for travelers who want easy access to Lençóis Maranhenses scenery with cultural stops and wildlife viewing.
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Operated by Sunrise Adventure Ribeirão Preto · Barreirinhas, Maranhão
Morning mist lifts off the Preguiças River as a convoy of Toyota 4x4s and a nimble speedboat push away from Barreirinhas. The current tugs at the hull, mangroves lean like curious neighbors, and capuchin monkeys chatter from low branches. Navigation feels both deliberate and intimate: river channels slide between dunes, small creeks appear, and the day opens toward Mandacaru and Caburé.
easy.
2–3 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; be able to step on/off boats and climb stairs (160 steps) if you choose to ascend the lighthouse.
The speedboat leg to villages like Vassouras and Mandacaru is about 40 minutes one-way, with shorter hops between stops.
No — lunch is served at a beach restaurant on Caburé and is not included; bring cash or card for meals and extras.
Yes — the tour is family-friendly; infants must sit on an adult’s lap on the boat and in vehicles.
Yes — visitors can climb the 160-step spiral staircase for panoramic views, but climbing is not mandatory and may be avoided for mobility concerns.
The Preguiças River has long supported riverside fishing and artisan communities; Farol Preguiças (Mandacaru Lighthouse) has been a navigational landmark where the river meets the Atlantic.
Lençóis Maranhenses and adjoining river systems are ecologically sensitive — follow park rules, avoid littering, and use reef-safe products to reduce local impact.
Sunrise Adventure Ribeirão Preto operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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