In addition to a tour, of a tourist visit, the Lençóis Maranhenses provide an unprecedented sensory experience. Walking through this immensity puts you in touch with the most original and primitive we have in us, kept in the depths of each one and that appear here. Walking on the fine sand of the dunes, bathe in its crystal clear lagoons will be an unforgettable walk and a very special adventure.

Atins is very close to the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park. The beginning of the dying, as the natives call it, is an hour and a half walk from the village. There are numerous lagoons to visit on this side of the PNLM. Depending on the volume of rainfall of the previous winter we may have some more floods than others, but in a general way we can visit the Gavião Lagoon and the Capivara. Through a 4 × 4 vehicle one can get very close to the lagoons, with another thirty to forty minute walk if one arrives. The lagoons are the main attraction of the PNLM. Surrounded by dunes they surprise by the size, the transparency of its waters and the unique beauty of each one of them. Imagine a desert permeated by crystalline lagoons, this will be your vision of the PNLM.

But attention, the water level of the lagoons depends very much on the rainfall volume of the rains that happen in the winter, from January to July. The best time for those who want to see the lagoons is from May / June onwards, until September / October. If you come exclusively by the lagoons, two recommendations: first, consult us to know the conditions and the volume of water before traveling and secondly, remember that the Atins is not only “ponds”, they are an attraction more. Any time of year you can enjoy all the other attractions that the village offers. Atins is predominantly Sun and Sea.

The boats serve the same rides, but more quickly and are still used for longer rides along the Preguiças River, such as Vassouras and Barreirinhas. To walk through the village you can do it on foot or on horseback depending on your mood. It is also possible to use 4 × 4 vehicles for these tours, it goes from the taste of each one. The 4 × 4 vehicles are used for any land tours, but more specifically for the more distant ones, such as the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park, the lagoons, the Canto do Atins and the transfer to Barreirinhas.

On foot, by boat, boat, galloping or by car, Jurará takes care of all your tours and transfers around the region. From São Luiz, Fortaleza, Jericoacoara, Parnaíba, Paulino Neves or Barreirinhas we make your transportation to the Pousada and being here we can also book all your tours. It is advisable to reserve prior transfers and major tours because of the low availability of vehicles and boats in the region.

The strip of land between the river and the sea is about two hundred meters wide, in the narrowest and most visited part, for six kilometers in length. There is no electric light and power is supplied through generators. The place is very rustic and has some restaurants and inns to welcome visitors.

As it is a peninsula and the strip of land very narrow, one can take bath of river of one side and sea of another, offering a unique opportunity to the bathers. Caburé is 1: 15m by boat from Barreirinhas by the Preguiças River. From Atins it is approximately 20 minutes by boat or 30 by boat.

We offer 2 itineraries for trekking / hiking within the region of Atins and Lençóis Maranhenses National Park. We can also create personalized itineraries according to the expectations and physical conditions of each person or group.

R-1A – Lagoa da Esperança / Lagoa Azul / Atins
Walk from the Atins to Lagoa da Esperança through the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park, passing through several lagoons, including the Lagoa Azul and return to the Atins in the afternoon. Hiking Level: Medium.
Total length of hike: Approx. 8 hours

R-2A – Atins – Lower Great – Queimada dos Britos – Santo Amaro
The most sought after and most accomplished route has two stages depart from the Atins in the morning bound for the Lower Great and overnight in the village.
Duration: Approx: 6 to 8 hours.
The next morning, departure from Baixa Grande to Queimada dos Britos and overnight.
Duration: 2 to 3 hours.
On the last day, we left Queimada dos Britos at Santo Amaro.
Duration: Approx. 4 to 5 hours.
The whole walk is made in the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park. You can walk from 8 to 10 hours on the first day and spend the night in Queimada dos Britos. It is at the discretion of the client and his physical disposition.

There are other options for trekking, see our agency or the reception.

There are some schools that in addition to offering lessons for beginners also rent equipment, and offer day care if you bring your kite. If you already practice Kite or want to learn, with your equipment or renting here, be sure to include the Atins in your next travel plans.

Arriving in Barreirinhas you get access to the Atins de voadeira or 4 × 4 vehicle, but be warned, you should book this transfer in advance, otherwise you may not find transportation available at the time of your arrival or have to charter one exclusively for your trip, the which will be much more expensive than the conventional tour or line.

Jurará can take care of the transfer for you. Contact us.

For those who are already an experienced rider or for those who have never ridden a horse, the experience and the feeling of freedom and adventure are the same. With departures from the Atins, several routes for different routes and values ​​are available to the client who wants to ride the plains, fields and dunes of the Park. From the simplest to the most intense options.

Tour-1
The Extreme Riding! – One night in Lençóis Maranhenses
Riding approximately 10 to 12 hours. Overnight in the Park with lodging and breakfast included. Two meals are not included in the price. Part of the course, about 25% is done at moderate gallop.
Difficulty: Moderate
First Day: Departure at 6:30 am. Tropical Lagoon, Hunger Woods, Blue Lagoon, Dunes and Ponds. Two-hour ride riding on dunes at sunset time.
Second Day: Come back at 5pm. Ponta do Mangue, Lagoa Capivara, Lagoon of the Seven Women, Canto de Atins, beaches.

Tour-2
The full Riding! – One day in Lençóis Maranhenses
Riding approximately 5 to 6 hours. A planned meal not included in the price.
Difficulty: Moderate / Severe
Departure 7h / Lap 18h Igarapé, Lagoa do Mario, Ponta do Mangue, Lagoa Capivara, Lagoa das Sete Women, beaches. Lunch in Ponta do Mangue

Tour-3
Always Atins – For All
Ride approximately 4 to 5 hours. A planned meal not included in the price.
Difficulties in the course: low
Departure 8h / Lap 17h. Igarapé, Lagoa do Mario, Ponta do Mangue, Lagoon of the Seven Women, Canto de Atins, beaches.

Tour-4
Sunset on Horse – Contemplation
Riding approximately 2 to 3 hours.
Difficulties in the course: moderate
Departure: 3:00 p.m. Return 6:30 p.m. Igarapé, Mario Lagoon, Mangue Point, Corner of Atins, Dunes and Lagoons

Otherwise hire the river walk in the inn itself. Navigating its waters is a must-see. The Preguiças River is flowing and its banks alternate different types of vegetation, from buritizais, açaizais, to mangroves already arriving at the mouth, besides the numerous birds that coexist with the river and that can be observed from a distance like, herons, jacus, guarás, etc.

From its viewpoint it is possible to see the mouth of the Preguiças River and its waters meeting the sea, the beginning of the dunes that form the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park. The Caburé and the Atlantic Ocean just behind. It is also possible to observe all the town of Mandacaru that has one of the most original geographical configurations of the region with the central square or rectangle dominating in one of its headwaters the mother church, very common in several regions of the northeast.

Only the sight of the lighthouse already makes up for the visit and the effort to climb its staircase.
Do not be alarmed if a group of boys greet you in the harbor singing the old song of the master Luiz Gonzaga, Mandacaru. They are young “guides” who for some exchange or sometimes even for a simple smile, tell the whole story of the lighthouse and the village.

Imagine yourself pedaling between a vast array of dunes and lagoons with equipment suitable for the conditions of the terrain that facilitates your adventure through this enchanting scenario and in all safety. Our Fat Bikes bikes are appropriate to the conditions of the National Park and its surroundings and all our circuits are guided by cyclist driver accustomed to the adversities of the dune fields and flooded lands.

Cycling in the park is one of the best adventures you can take with us and it will surely leave a pleasant impression on your trip to our region. Riding a bike in places like this is a great way to fully integrate with nature and the environment and at the same time travel long distances only with your physical strength. If you can, do not miss this opportunity.

Starting from Atins, we have several circuits available to the customer interest, from the most radical to the lightest. Choose yours and good adventure.

Route 1: Radical Circuit – Santo Amaro
Route of approximately 78 km and between 12 and 14 hours divided in 3 days. Overnight in the park with lodging and breakfast included. Three meals are not included in the price.
Difficulty: Extreme
Only experienced cyclists, challenging climbs and exciting descents with dune field and great crosswind intensity and against in long course.
Minimum: 2 people
First day: Departure at 4am -Atins / Canto Atins or Beach / Field of Dunes / Baixa Grande – 6 to 7 hour bike
Second day: Departure at 6 o’clock – Big Baixa / Dunes Field / Queimada dos Britos – 2 to 3 hours bike
Third day: Departure at 4:30 am – Queimada dos Britos / Dunas Field / Bethânia / Santo Amaro – 6 to 7 hours by bike

Route 2: Adventure-Oasis Circuit
Route of approximately 55 km and between 12 and 14 hours divided in 2 days. Overnight in the Park with lodging and breakfast included.Three meals are not included in the price.
Difficulty: Moderate
Minimum: 2 people
First day: Departure at 4:30 am -Atins / Canto Atins or Beach / Field of Dunes / Baixa Grande – Dinner – 6 to 7 hour bike
First day: Departure at 4:30 am – Baixa Grande / Canto Atins – Lunch or Beach / Field of Dunes / Atins 6 to 7 hour bike

Route 3: Circuit Leisure – Ponta do Mangue
Approximately 25 km and between 6 and 7 hours. A meal planned not included in the price.
Difficulty: Moderate
Minimum: 2 people
Departure at 5 am – Atins / PNLM-Lagoa Mario / Mangrove Point /
Back to the 15h30 – Ponta do Mangue / Lagoa Seven Women / PNLM- Beach / Canto do Atins / Beach / Atins

Route 4: Light Circuit – Atins / Lagoas
Route of approximately 16km and between 3 and 4 hours.
Difficulty: Light
Minimum: 4 people
Departure at 5 am – Atins / Santo Inácio / PNLM-Lagoa Tropical / Lagoa do Mário / Atins

You can get there from the Atins by boat or sailing boat, also known in the region as a voadeira. By boat it would be about twenty minutes. The crossing of the canal is already part of the enchantment of the tour. The bar of the Preguiças River is beautiful to behold and contemplate.

This, by the way, is a very special route and of great natural beauty. Leaving Atins we reach the locality called Grão-Pará, which is in fact an excerpt from this peninsula, where the guarás, a typical mangrove bird with rich red plumage, color that acquires through the crustaceans from which it feeds, come at dusk to rest in their ninais, giving the visitors a spectacle provoked by their flight.