On March 15th 1987, the Washington Post published a list of the ten most beautiful beaches in the world. To the surprise of the Brazilians, an unknown beach on the Western coast of Ceará was at the top of the list. It had a rather strange name: Jericoacoara. From that moment, adventurers arrived from all over the world to this distant paradisiacal beach.
Since then, the flow of tourists has just increased, transforming "Jeri" (its short name) into a real legend. Nevertheless, it cannot be compared to other touristy beach resorts. Jericoacoara continues to be a fishermen’s village … there are no buildings, no asphalt and telephone communication is difficult…

From the dune of Jericoacoara, a sumptuous sunset

Surrounded by dunes and coconut trees, seen from the largest dune, Jericoacoara’s sunset is gorgeous. It’s an exceptionally romantic place.
It is a sight to be savored in all its serenity each and every day, when the ball of incandescent fire plunges into the silky waters of the ocean. Yes, it is as beautiful as a postcard. And perhaps on the way back to the Pousada, some Capoeira performers will dance their way into the dream.
There are several romantic places in the surrounding areas, such as, “La Lagoa do Paraiso” (the Lagoon of Paradise), offering perfectly idyllic scenery: a freshwater lagoon with tints of emerald green or sky blue, surrounded by coconut trees...
Yes, it sounds like a used postcard but how could one resist its call and the promise of days dedicated to a life of Epicureanism on the beach.
And if Jericoacoara is too lively for your taste you don’t have to go very far to discover perfection, in Tatajuba for example, a beach populated by a handful of fishermen.
If you do not like to move from place to place and would like to spend days sipping coconut juice in complete peace, this is THE place to come…

Buggy on the littoral, from Fortaleza to Jericoacoara

Day 1: FORTALEZA – CUMBUCO – FLEIXEIRAS

Departure from the hotel at 09:00 in a dune buggy. 2 passengers with their luggage + a local driver/mechanic per vehicle. After an hour drive, we pass Cumbuco, still touristy and close to town.
We pass near the lagunas of Parnamirim and of Banana before passing the village of Taíba, built around one street and with more coconut trees than vehicles.
Then Pecém and its long quiet beaches, before crossing Rio Suipé, between dunes and swamps.
We skirt various beaches: Lagoinha (one of the most beautiful), Pedra do Melo, Carnaubinha, Barra and Pericoara, all offering endless swimming options.
In the afternoon, we reach Fleixeiras, a picturesque fishermen’s village, practically deserted, facing reefs and their natural pools inhabited by myriads of small fish.
Meals not included. Night in a pousada.

Note: The law of the Ceará says that only buggeiros (buggy pilots), trained by an authorized organization, can drive.

Day 2: FLEIXEIRAS - JERICOACOARA

To reach Jericoacoara we follow the splendid coast over 125 miles, passing 12 beaches and the town of Itatipoca, nestled between the sertão and the coast. We already picture our arrival in Jericoacoara and the sunset we will see from the dunes.
It is hard to imagine a more romantic place… perfect for a rest then?? It all depends on the locals, and of their desire to sweep you away with a frenzied and sensual forro.
Meals not included. Night in a pousada.

Optional day: JERICOACOARA OPEN

Day open to enjoy at leisure the sun of the Nordeste and its incomparable beaches.
We can also practice numerous activities: foot or horseback excursions, rent a kite surf or a windsurf, massages … Meals not included. Night in a charming pousada

Day 3: JERICOACOARA – TATAJUBA -JERICOACOARA

In the morning, excursion in a dune buggy. 2 passengers with their luggage + a local driver/mechanic per vehicle.
We first visit lagoa Azul and lagoa Paraíso, before passing by the “pedra furada” (the pierced stone), and the “pedra do frade” (the monk’s stone). We then head on to Tatajuba along a sublime beach. We pass Bitupitá, a remote fishing village. One of the small islands has five rivers all converging in one place.
Tatajuba is the definition of a tranquil beach. To be recommended to those in search of peace and a good place to set up a hammock.
Around us, 20 miles of white sand, deserted dunes, invite us to a nap. Return to Jericoacoara at the end of the day.
Meals not included. Night in a pousada.

Note: The law of the Ceará says that only buggeiros (buggy pilots) trained by an authorized organization, can drive.

Day 4: JERICOACOARA – FORTALEZA / bus de ligne

Departure by regular tourist bus for Fortaleza (5-hour trip – 200 miles) before noon.
No transfer to the hotel upon arrival in Fortaleza, you will have to take a taxi (plan between $ 6.50 and 11 US for the ride). Meals not included. Night in a hotel.

Option: private transfer from Jericoacoara to Fortaleza, check with us.

From Jericoacoara, possibility to continue by buggy towards the West, the delta de Parnaíba, the national parks of Ubajara & Sete Cidades, Camocim, Caburé.
From Caburé, possibility to extent (by boat or on foot) towards the Lençóis Maranhenses et São Luis.