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- Portuguese
- English
- Spanish
Departure to the boarding point begins around 8:20 AM, with exact times varying depending on your location. After boarding the motorboat, we navigate the river for approximately 40 minutes until reaching the village of Vassouras.
During the rainy season, the area features deep lagoons perfect for swimming, but the main attraction is the playful capuchin monkeys. From there, we continue by boat to the village of Mandacaru, where you can climb the Preguiças Lighthouse for a stunning panoramic view. The area also offers local craft shops, traditional caipirinhas, and exotic-flavored ice creams.
Lastly, we head to Caburé Beach, a unique sand peninsula with the river on one side and the sea on the other. Lunch will be served at one of the beachside restaurants—please follow your pilot’s instructions. The return journey typically begins around 2:30 PM, with arrival back in town expected at approximately 3:30 PM.
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Meeting and pickup
Meet our team who will meet you 15 minutes before the activity, you will receive instructions to identify the team the day before the tour.
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The Preguiças River, located in Maranhão, is one of the main highlights of the Lençóis Maranhenses region. With its calm waters and banks lined with native vegetation, the river is perfect for boat tours that reveal breathtaking landscapes. Along the way, visitors can stop at traditional riverside villages such as Vassouras, Mandacaru, and Caburé, where you’ll find local crafts, the famous Preguiças Lighthouse, and a stunning view of where the river meets the sea. The journey is an immersion into local culture and preserved nature, with mangroves, dunes, and a variety of wildlife including monkeys, birds, and fish. The Preguiças River tour is a peaceful experience, full of natural beauty and history—ideal for all ages and perfect for those who want to discover a more authentic and enchanting side of Maranhão.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Our tours do not include food, beverages, or other extras;
- This activity is shared with other passengers.
- Cancellations made at least 24 hours in advance are subject to full refunds. No refunds are available on the day of the tour.
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Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Our tours do not include food, beverages, or other extras;
- This activity is shared with other passengers.
- Cancellations made at least 24 hours in advance are subject to full refunds. No refunds are available on the day of the tour.
- What to bring: Comfortable shoes and clothing, swimwear or a change of clothes, a towel, insect repellent, sunscreen, and cash and/or a credit or debit card to cover incidentals.
- If the bilingual guide is not available on the day of your tour, don't worry: the guide will use a digital translator to ensure communication and the best possible experience.
- Consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited in the Park and on the vehicles — subject to a fine.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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