Route of emotions: a journey between dunes and lagoons
- Azur Viagens
- Feb 9
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 11
The Route of Emotions ( Rota das Emoções ) is an exceptional route that crosses three states of Brazil: Maranhão, Piauí and Ceará, offering travelers an immersive experience in the natural and cultural beauty of the Northeast .
This route highlights a succession of impressive landscapes, unique ecosystems, as well as idyllic beaches and picturesque villages. The name "Route of Emotions" refers to the emotional richness that each stage of this route arouses, between sensations of calm, freedom and wonder.
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The route usually starts in São Luís, the capital of Maranhão, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its colonial historic center and cobbled streets. It continues to Atins, a quiet village where contact with nature is omnipresent.
Then the route leads to the Parnaíba Delta, one of the largest maritime deltas in the world, where travelers can explore channels, islands and wild beaches.
Every boat trip between canals and deserted beaches seems like an adventure filled with exploration, where the emotions of discovery and wonder are omnipresent.
Then the journey continues to Barra Grande, a popular destination for kitesurfing and water sports, before culminating in Jericoacoara, an emblematic place in Ceará known for its impressive dunes, crystal clear lagoons and spectacular sunsets.
On the Route of Emotions, travelers live an intense sensory experience, crossing varied landscapes ranging from deserted beaches to gigantic dunes, from lagoons to mangrove forests, while immersing themselves in the local culture, marked by a strong identity and living traditions. It is a true emotional journey through the natural wonders of Brazil, where each step creates indelible memories.