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Proposal: Markus Keller
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Lencois Maranhenses lagoons
Private proposal for Markus Keller

Pantanal, Lencois and the Delta

Fourteen days across Brazil’s wildlife, dunes, lagoons, river routes and coast. Built for a first visit that feels personal, precise and full of contrast.
Client
Markus Keller, Germany
Travellers
2 adults, couple
Dates
July 2026, 14 days
Focus
Wildlife, landscape, unusual transport
Personal note
Dear Markus, thank you again for the conversation. I have been thinking about the route that fits you best, and I wanted to send you a first version while the details are still fresh. This structure is built around the two things that came through clearly in our call: real wildlife contact and movement that feels like part of the experience, not just logistics.

The trip I am building for you

  • First visit to Brazil — travelling as a couple in July 2026 for 14 days
  • Looking for genuine wildlife contact and transport that feels like part of the journey, not just a connection
  • Comfortable with active days but prefers lodges with reliable basics over fully remote camps
  • Has heard of Pantanal and Amazonia — the Lençóis and the Delta are the surprises I am adding

Roteiro: Proposed Route

14 days

The route starts with the intensity of the Northern Pantanal, then opens into the visual calm of Lencois Maranhenses and the Parnaiba Delta. It gives you wildlife first, then space, water, sand and coastline, with each transfer becoming part of the story.

Day 1-2

Cuiaba to Northern Pantanal

Arrival in Cuiaba and private transfer north, approximately three hours. The road itself is already part of it: open savanna, increasing wildlife density, the first caiman visible from the vehicle. Check-in at Pousada Aguape. Afternoon game drive along the Transpantaneira.2 nights, Pousada Aguape, Northern Pantanal

Day 3-4

Pantanal: Jaguar Circuit

Early morning boat departure on the Cuiaba River. The Northern Pantanal has the highest jaguar sighting density in the world. It is not guaranteed, but the conditions here are as good as they get. Afternoon: caiman walk and hyacinth macaw observation from the lodge deck.Continuing, Pousada Aguape

Pantanal wildlife
Northern Pantanal wildlife around the lodge
Open vehicle in the dunes
Open vehicle days, where the transfer becomes part of the trip
Day 5

Cuiaba to Sao Luis

Return transfer to Cuiaba airport. Afternoon flight to Sao Luis, approximately three hours with connection. Overnight in the city before entering the dunes region.1 night, hotel in Sao Luis

Day 6-8

Santo Amaro: Lencois Maranhenses

Private minibus transfer to Santo Amaro. First afternoon: open-vehicle excursion into the park to the Gaivota and Andorinha lagoons. Day two: the full Betania circuit with dune walls, coloured lagoons and lunch in a small village. Day three: Lagoa das Emendadas, accessible only on foot, returning after dark.3 nights, Pousada Rancho das Dunas, Santo Amaro

Day 9-10

Barreirinhas

Transfer to Barreirinhas. Afternoon boat tour on the Preguicas river, slow and quiet after the more active dune days. Day two: Lagoa Bonita circuit and cashew farm visit.2 nights, Porto Preguicas Hotel

Lencois lagoon
Lencois lagoon walks, clear water between white dunes
Lencois dunes
Soft dune crossings by foot and open vehicle
Parnaiba Delta sunset
Delta sunset, red ibis and river light
Day 11-12

Atins to Parnaiba Delta

Overland through the park by open vehicle to Atins. The following morning: speedboat departure for the full Delta crossing, from Tutoia to Parnaiba. Mangroves, crab fishing stops, river beaches and the red ibis flight at dusk.1 night, Pousada Vila Camurim, Atins

Day 13-14

Barra Grande and departure

Transfer to Barra Grande on the Piaui coast. One rest day on the beach before the return journey to Fortaleza and onward flights.1 night, Pousada BGK, Barra Grande

Services and Pricing

Draft estimate

Included

  • Private transfers and excursions throughout with Portuguese-speaking guide.
  • All accommodation as listed above.
  • Daily breakfast at each property.

Not included

  • International flights.
  • Domestic flight Cuiaba to Sao Luis.
  • Lunches, dinners and personal expenses unless noted.

Investment

Final pricing will be confirmed after availability checks for July 2026. This number is the right planning estimate for the route above.

Total for 2 people USD 13,600
From past travellers
Sunset at Lençóis Maranhenses

"The trip was a complete success. The hotels, the tours, the car transfers, the domestic flights — everything went perfectly. We could always rely on the flawless organisation."

Hanspeter & Maja — Switzerland
Quad bike adventure, Lençóis Maranhenses

"I'd like to thank you again for the excellent preparation and planning of this fantastic, multifaceted trip. It's clear a top-notch professional was involved. Everyone is thrilled."

Matthias — Switzerland
I am happy to go through this together on a call. Once you have had time with it, tell me what feels right, what you would like to change, and where you would like the pace adjusted. Daniel Graser, Viva Brasil Travel Studio