Paradise Lagoon tour from Jericoacoara: Private East Coast route

Six stops across dunes and lagoons in a single afternoon, vehicle of your choice

A private East Coast tour departing from Jericoacoara covers seven landmarks in 6 to 7 hours: Pierced Stone, Tree of Laziness, Preá Beach, Lagoon Beach, Blue Hole, Paradise Lagoon and Amancio Dunes. You choose between a Toyota Hilux 4x4 van (up to four passengers), a buggy or quads. The vehicle is air-conditioned and includes WiFi on board. A Portuguese-speaking guide leads the route through Jijoca de Jericoacoara National Park.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore East Coast highlights

• Visit the Pierced Stone
• See the Tree of Preguiça
• Relax at Praia do Preá
• Enjoy Lagoon Beach
• Swim in the Blue Hole
• Visit Lagoon of Paradise
• Explore Dunas do Amancio

The experience

This tour strings together the East Coast's main stops in one arc, starting at Pierced Stone and moving through the village's two postcard landmarks (the Tree of Laziness and Preá Beach) before heading into the park proper. The route then swings through Lagoon Beach (technically in the neighboring municipality of Cruz), the turquoise pool of Blue Hole, and finishes at Paradise Lagoon and Amancio Dunes. Each stop is a swim or a walk. The pacing is built around the water and the landscape rather than a rigid schedule.

The vehicle matters here because the terrain is sand and dune, and you decide which one suits the group. A Toyota Hilux 4x4 van carries up to four people with air conditioning and room for bags; a buggy seats four and sits lower to the ground; quads take two and move fastest. All three are common on local tours, and the choice changes how the day feels: faster or more leisurely, more or less enclosed. The guide navigates and explains in Portuguese, and WiFi stays on board throughout.

The Blue Hole is the one stop most visitors come for: a natural pool with water so clear and turquoise it looks artificial, and deep enough to swim. Paradise Lagoon sits in the middle of the dunes with tents around it and is good for swimming, though the water is less transparent than the Blue Hole. Amancio Dunes is the final push, a set of open sand formations where the tour ends before heading back to Jericoacoara.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned transport (Toyota Hilux 4x4 van, buggy or quad of your choice).
• WiFi on board.
• Portuguese-speaking guide.
• access to all seven stops within Jijoca de Jericoacoara National Park and the neighboring coast.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:30

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GroupPrivate

Live guidePortuguese

Audio guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleInfant seats availablePets welcome

Operated by JeriTur Oficial

Is this one for you?The tour runs 6 to 7 hours and covers ground by vehicle between stops, so it suits a full afternoon or morning departure from Jericoacoara rather than a quick outing. Choose the buggy or quad if you want the fastest pace through the dunes. Choose the van if you prefer air conditioning and a steadier ride.

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Top questions

What is the Tree of Laziness and why is it one of Jericoacoara's postcards?

The Tree of Laziness is one of the two most photographed landmarks in Jericoacoara, standing next to Pierced Stone. It is a stop early in the tour route and has become a known tourist spot in the village.

Can I swim at every stop on the East Coast tour?

Most stops include water access. Blue Hole is a natural pool perfect for swimming; Paradise Lagoon is good for swimming, though the water is less clear than the Blue Hole; Preá Beach is a quiet beach option; and Lagoon Beach also allows swimming. Pierced Stone and Tree of Laziness are primarily photo stops.

What vehicle should I choose for the tour?

The Toyota Hilux 4x4 van seats up to four with air conditioning and is best if you want comfort and luggage space. A buggy also seats four and gives a more open feel. Quads take two people each and are the fastest option. All three handle the sand terrain. The choice depends on your group size and preference for speed versus comfort.

Is the guide English-speaking or Portuguese-speaking?

The guide speaks Portuguese. If you need translation, confirm language options when booking.

How long does the tour actually take?

The tour runs 6 to 7 hours from departure. The itinerary covers seven stops, and the pace includes time for swimming and photos at each one.

Is Blue Hole included in this tour, or is it a separate excursion?

Blue Hole is the fifth stop on the East Coast tour route, so it is included as part of the full 6 to 7 hour itinerary.