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Rio Preguicas Tour Explore Rivers Lagoons and Villages
Barreirinhas
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Our tours do not include food, beverages, or other extras;
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This activity is shared with other passengers.
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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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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.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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 o...
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 and 30 minutes
Rio Preguicas Tour Explore Rivers Lagoons and Villages
Barreirinhas
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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 o...
