Colourful Oases in Rio Grande do Norte

 DAY 1: WELCOME TO NATAL

Upon arrival at Natal airport, you will be met by your driver. Private transfer and check-in at the Manary Praia Hotel.

Services:

• Accommodation at Manary praia hotel
• Private transfer with a Portuguese-speaking driver

DAY 2: SÃO MIGUEL DO GOSTOSO

After breakfast, depart for São Miguel do Gostoso. You will pass through the city of Natal to reach Genipabu, the famous tourist beach renowned for its dunes. From here, the off-road itinerary begins along the west coast, passing through Lagoa de Jacumã, Praia de Muriu, and Maxaranguape until reaching Cabo de São Roque, famous for being the closest point of the Brazilian coast to Africa. At Praia de Maracajú, you can stop for snorkelling among the coral reefs. After passing Farol do Calcanhar – the second largest lighthouse in the world – you will reach São Miguel do Gostoso. This fishing village overlooks a beach popular with kitesurfing enthusiasts for its natural beauty, tranquillity, and consistently low waves despite strong winds. This is due to its unique location on the esquina do continente (the corner of the continent), where the winds change direction. Accommodation at Kauli Beach Hotel.

Services:

• Accommodation at Hotel Pousada Kauli Beach 
• 3 to 4-hour off-road transfer with a Portuguese-speaking driver

DAY 3: SÃO MIGUEL DO GOSTOSO

Free day to relax and visit Praia de Tourinhos, famous for its stunning crags.

Services:

• Accommodation at Hotel Pousada Kauli Beach 

DAY 4: GALINHOS

After breakfast, set off in a 4x4 vehicle, continuing along the west coast through wild beaches inhabited only by fishing villages. You will pass Prais do Marco, which disputes the title of Brazil’s discovery site with Porto Seguro. On the beach, you can see a replica of the stone pillar (the original is in the Fortalezas dos Reis Magos in Natal) that the Portuguese installed after landing on Brazilian shores for the first time. Arrival in Galinhos, a traditional fishing village uniquely nestled between an enchanting beach and the river, known for its salt pans, which give this stretch of coastline the name Costa Branca (White Coast). Accommodation at the cosy Pousada Chalé Oasis. We recommend watching the sunset at the Galinhos lighthouse after a pleasant walk on the beach. Free evening.

Services:

• Accommodation at Hotel Pousada Chalé Oasis 
• Off-road transfer with a Portuguese-speaking driver

DAY 5: GALINHOS

Free day.

Services:

• Accommodation at hotel Pousada Chalé Oasis 

DAY 6: PONTA DO MEL

After breakfast, depart for Diogo Lopes, an isolated fishing village, travelling along trails through vegetation and salt pans. A small fishing boat will take you to Praia do Siri, a deserted island surrounded by seawater channels with white sand and crystal-clear water. Enjoy a picnic on the island prepared by the locals of Diogo Lopes. Afterwards, depart for Ponta do Mel, passing through the environmental protection area of Dunas do Rosado, a vast expanse of pink sand dunes where you will witness another breathtaking sunset. Accommodation at Spa Costa Branca.

Services:

• Accommodation at Hotel Pousada Spa Costa Branca 
• 1-hour off-road transfer with a Portuguese-speaking driver

DAY 7: CANOA QUEBRADA

After breakfast, depart for Canoa Quebrada, continuing along the coastline to Ponta Grossa, where the red cliffs begin and will accompany you throughout the journey. Stop to relax on the beautiful beach and taste (not included) the region’s best lobsters. Arrival in Canoa Quebrada and check-in at Pousada Tatajuba. Afternoon and evening free to explore this lively tourist destination.

Services:

• Accommodation at Hotel Pousada Tatajuba 
• 3-hour off-road transfer with a Portuguese-speaking driver

DAY 8-9: CANOA QUEBRADA

Free days

DAY 10: FORTALEZA – NEXT DESTINATION

After breakfast, transfer to Fortaleza for your flight back to Italy. During the transfer, you will stop at the village of Prainha to see the local artisanal production of hand-loomed cotton items made by local women.

Services:

• Airport transfer 5 hours before departure