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 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, beginning at Águas Belas.

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

Next, we’ll visit local weavers, integral to Ceará's artisanal heritage, offering insights into the region's cultural traditions. We will also explore a sugar cane mill, learning how panela and related products are made.

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

After the activities, we’ll return to your Fortaleza hotel, concluding a memorable day lasting approximately 10 hours.

Pickup times

Pickup times vary based 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