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Classic Camping Trek 3 days · 2 nights camping

Barreirinhas · Santo Amaro, Lençóis Maranhenses

Camping3 daysModerate to intenseFull lagoons: April to September
3 daysDuration
37 kmDistance
Moderate to intenseDifficulty
CampingOvernight

About the tour

Why do the classic camping trek?

A trekking experience through the Lençóis Maranhenses that combines the classic crossing between Barreirinhas and Santo Amaro with two nights of camping among the dunes and lagoons of the National Park.

37 km of hiking | 2 nights of camping

The Classic Crossing with Camping is an option for those who want to hike the route between Barreirinhas and Santo Amaro with a more immersive experience in the Lençóis Maranhenses.

Over the three days, the route passes through the oases of Baixa Grande and Queimada dos Britos, with hikes among dunes, lagoons and traditional communities.

Instead of staying overnight in locals' homes, this version of the crossing includes two nights of camping, allowing the group to stay even closer to the natural landscape of the National Park.

The camping setup is handled by the team, and a support guide accompanies the group to carry the larger equipment, such as tents, chairs and cooking gear.

Tour summary

Barreirinhas

Origin

Santo Amaro

Destination

3 days / 2 nights

Duration

Approximately 37 km

Distance

Moderate to intense

Difficulty

2 nights camping

Overnight

Lagoons along the route

Swims

Baixa Grande, Queimada dos Britos and Lagoa da Lua oases

Highlights

Day by day

3 days, step by step

Approximate times. The guide adjusts the pace to the group and the weather.

Zona do PeadouroDay 1

Barreirinhas → Rio Negro → Oásis Baixa Grande → Zona do Peadouro

Zona do Peadouro

The group will be picked up at their guesthouses from 4:30 am in Barreirinhas. For participants staying in Atins, pickup starts at 6:30 am.

In 4x4 vehicles, we drive for about 2 hours toward the National Park, along an off-road route to the area near the Rio Negro.

Along the way, we make a stop for a breakfast snack and to watch the sunrise.

From there, we begin a hike of about 6 km, lasting an average of 2 to 3 hours, to the Baixa Grande Oasis, with a stop to swim in the lagoons.

Arrival at the oasis is expected around 10:30 am, followed by lunch.

After lunch and a rest period, we resume the hike for another 8 km to Zona do Peadouro, where our camping area will be set up.

Dinner will be served around 7:30 pm.

Overnight: camping at Zona do Peadouro.

Lagoa da LuaDay 2

Zona do Peadouro → Queimada dos Britos → Lagoa da Lua

Lagoa da Lua

Breakfast will be served at 5:30 am, with departure expected at 6:00 am.

We begin the hike toward the Queimada dos Britos Oasis, covering about 7 km through the dunes and lagoons.

Arrival at the oasis is in the morning, where lunch will be served.

After lunch, we will have a rest period until around 3:00 pm.

In the afternoon, we resume the hike for another 8 km toward Lagoa da Lua, where our second camping area will be set up.

Dinner will be served around 7:00 pm.

Overnight: camping in the Lagoa da Lua area.

Santo AmaroDay 3

Lagoa da Lua → Lagoa do Junco / Cajueiro → Santo Amaro

Santo Amaro

Breakfast will be served at 5:30 am, with departure expected at 6:00 am.

We continue hiking for about 8 km to the Lagoa do Junco/Cajueiro area, with a stop to swim in the lagoons.

Arrival is expected around 9:00 am.

From there, we board 4x4 vehicles for the transfer to Santo Amaro do Maranhão, where the crossing ends around 10:30 am.

Rates

Prices per person

The larger the group, the lower the price per person. From 4 participants, everyone pays the lowest rate. Private group (just your group) or shared (with other participants).

Mais popular

4 or more people

Lowest tour rate

R$ 3.655por pessoa
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Prices in reais, per person. In the shared group, the makeup may change before the date as new bookings are confirmed.

Transparency

What's included and what's not in the price

What's included

  • Transport
  • Private 4x4 transport from Barreirinhas or Atins to the area near the Rio Negro, where the hike begins
  • Private 4x4 transport from the Lagoa do Junco/Cajueiro area to Santo Amaro
  • Meals
  • Breakfast snack at the start of the crossing
  • Lunch at the Baixa Grande Oasis
  • Lunch at the Queimada dos Britos Oasis
  • 2 dinners at the camp
  • 2 breakfasts at the camp
  • Trail snacks
  • Camping
  • Tents for 2 people
  • Individual sleeping pad, provided by the agency
  • Cooking equipment
  • Camping chairs and table
  • Setup and support for the camp structure
  • Support guide to carry the camping equipment, such as tents, chairs and cooking gear
  • The sleeping pad is provided by the agency and is lightweight, but each participant must carry it during the hike, for reasons of bulk and hygiene.
  • Experience
  • Experienced trekking guide accredited by ICMBio
  • Individual accident insurance
  • Extras
  • Custom tote bag
  • Exclusive cap
  • Trail snacks
  • Support luggage
  • To make the experience easier during the crossing, each participant may leave us 1 small or medium bag, up to 10 kg.
  • The luggage is stored in Barreirinhas during the crossing and sent to Santo Amaro, where it will be available for pickup at the end of the tour.

Not included

  • Drinks
  • Personal equipment and personal-use items
  • 4x4 evacuation in case you quit
  • Transport, lodging and meals before or after the crossing
  • Bilingual guide. Available on request, subject to availability and with an added fee
  • Tips
  • Any item not specified in "What's included"
  • What to avoid bringing
  • Books and unnecessary items
  • Computers or heavy electronics
  • Excess clothing
  • Excess hygiene products

What to bring

  • 30 or 40 L backpack
  • Suitable hiking clothes, preferably with UV protection
  • 1 or 2 changes of clothes
  • Swimwear
  • Socks
  • Trekking sandals
  • Microfiber towel
  • Cap or hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellent
  • Rain jacket
  • Trekking pole
  • Headlamp
  • 1.5 L water bottle or hydration pack
  • Granola bars, nuts and dried fruit for small snacks
  • Personal hygiene products
  • Personal medications
  • Camera

Before you book

Good to know

01

It's about 37 km of hiking over three days.

The route runs through the dunes and includes different hiking sections throughout the day.

02

It's two nights of camping.

The structure is provided and set up by the team, but each participant should be prepared for a camping experience in a natural setting.

03

You'll carry your own backpack and sleeping pad.

The sleeping pad is provided by the agency, is lightweight and each participant carries it during the hike. The rest of the camping gear is carried by the support guide.

04

Support luggage is included.

Each participant may leave a small or medium bag, up to 10 kg, which will be stored in Barreirinhas and sent to Santo Amaro.

05

The lagoons depend on the rains.

The water level varies throughout the season and between different areas of the park.

06

Schedules are planned to make the most of the best hiking conditions.

Some departures happen in the early morning hours, taking advantage of milder temperatures and the sunrise.

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Trek highlights

Where it happens

Starting point

Lençóis Maranhenses National Park

Departure from BarreirinhasBarreirinhas/MA

Pickup at the pousadas in Barreirinhas (from 4:30am) or Atins (from 6:30am), by 4x4.

  • Departures per schedule
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Experience the classic trek with camping

3 days, 37 km of hiking and two nights camping among the dunes and lagoons of the Lençóis Maranhenses.

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