Lençóis Maranhenses, Brazil
What to see at Lençóis Maranhenses and how to fit it into a Brazil trip.
Quick answer
1,500 sq km of white sand dunes with thousands of turquoise lagoons forming between them January–June — a landscape that shouldn't exist but does, uniquely in Brazil's Maranhão state.
Best season for Brazil: September – March; Carnival in February. Recommended trip length: 14–21 Days.
About Lençóis Maranhenses
1,500 sq km of white sand dunes with thousands of turquoise lagoons forming between them January–June — a landscape that shouldn't exist but does, uniquely in Brazil's Maranhão state.
Lençóis Maranhenses is one of 15 places we cover in Brazil, and falls on day 3 of our 5-day Brazil plan. A 5-day Brazil trip from Mumbai costs about ₹93,000 per person at budget stays with return flights.
More places to visit in Brazil
- Rio de Janeiro Full Day
- Amazon River Expedition
- Pantanal Jaguar Safari
- Christ the Redeemer & Rio
- Amazon Rainforest
- Rio Carnival
- Iguazú Falls
- Pantanal Wildlife
Questions about Lençóis Maranhenses
What is Lençóis Maranhenses?
1,500 sq km of white sand dunes with thousands of turquoise lagoons forming between them January–June — a landscape that shouldn't exist but does, uniquely in Brazil's Maranhão state.
When is the best time to visit Lençóis Maranhenses?
Brazil's best season is September – March; Carnival in February, which is the best window for Lençóis Maranhenses too.
How many days do I need in Brazil to include Lençóis Maranhenses?
Trripah recommends 14–21 Days for Brazil. Lençóis Maranhenses fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Lençóis Maranhenses in a Brazil package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Lençóis Maranhenses to a Brazil plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.