Águas Belas + Barra Nova Excursion

On this Águas Belas and Barra Nova excursion, you'll hop on a dune buggy to explore Ceará's scenic beaches and savor Fortaleza's natural beauty.

Description

We'll start our adventure by promptly picking you up at your hotel in Fortaleza. Our day includes an exciting dune buggy tour of the pristine desert beaches of Ceará, starting at Águas Belas.

After a two-hour trip, we'll arrive at the beautiful Águas Belas beach. This location features enchanting natural pools that emerge during low tide, perfect for a refreshing swim. Águas Belas is the convergence of the Malcozinhado River and the Atlantic Ocean.

Our journey continues with a visit to local weavers, showcasing Ceará's rich artisanal heritage. You'll learn about the region's cultural traditions before exploring a sugar cane mill to see how they make panela and related products.

We'll cross the river by raft to embark on an hour-and-a-half dune buggy tour through Barra Nova, exploring 8 kilometers (4.9 miles) of desert beaches before reaching our destination, where you can enjoy the fresh waters of the lagoon.

After concluding the activities, we'll return to your Fortaleza hotel, wrapping up a memorable day of approximately 10 hours.

Pickup times

Pickup times depend on your location in Fortaleza:

Marina Park: 7:30 amPraia de Iracema: 7:45 amBeira Mar / Meireles / Mucuripe: 8:00 amPraia do Futuro: 8:30 am