Rota do Cangaço Excursion

Rota do Cangaço is one of the main tourist itineraries along the course of the São Francisco River. Experience its landscapes on this excursion from Aracaju.

Rota do Cangaço Excursion

Pickup will be at 6:30 am from your hotel in Aracaju. The tour begins in the historical town of Piranhas, known for its 19th-century colorful houses, which are National Heritage sites. The tour will also cover the history of the cangaceiros, particularly focusing on Virgulino Ferreira da Silva, known as Lampião.

The next segment includes a boat ride on the São Francisco River, showcasing the contrast between the forest's greenery and the ochre riverside rocks.

The cruise will lead to the Cangaço Ecopark, where participants will have three hours of free time to swim in the São Francisco River and eat. There will be an option to go on a short hike to the Grota de Angicos, the site of Lampião's death.

The return trip to Aracaju will conclude with arrival at your hotel by 7 pm.

Hotel pickup

This tour includes pickup from hotels in the central district of Orla de Aracaju. Alternative meeting points will be provided for those staying in other areas.