Lençóis Maranhenses
When you first see aerial images of Lençóis Marenhenses, you will believe what you are looking at are images of the clouds set against the clear blue sky. In reality, what you will be viewing were bitolas, dune trails formed by multicoloured freshwater lagoons which create glimmering oasis between thousands of rolling sand dunes. Here, time seems to stand still - but life and the landscape do not. Due to the force of winds gusting in from the ocean, the dunes are in a state of constant movement, and are known to shift by as much as 18 meters throughout a year. The plentiful annual precipitation ensures the survival of a thriving ecosystem. The lagoons provide an excellent alternative for migratory birds and sea turtles wishing to lay their eggs in peace, and their crystal waters are also home to a wide variety of fish.
Exploring this region, you will also encounter mangroves and tropical rainforests along the Negro and