Things to Do in Jericoacoara: Buggy, Lagoons & Prices

The top things to do in Jericoacoara come down to three: a buggy or 4×4 tour of the dunes and lagoons on the east or west coast, sunset from Sunset Dune (free), and, with an extra day, a trip to the Parnaíba Delta to watch scarlet ibis fly in to roost. In the catalogue, the Tatajuba beach tour starts at €16 (4.8/5), the east coast buggy ride at €95 per group, and the Parnaíba Delta sunset ibis tour at €71 (5/5).

There are 47 activities in Jericoacoara, from €13 with a median of €68. One thing to watch: many buggy and quad tours are priced per vehicle or group, not per person, so the price is usually split between several travellers. We flag it below.

Prices, ratings and review counts updated on November 9, 2026 from the GetYourGuide catalogue. Tours Brasil is a GetYourGuide affiliate: booking through our links costs you the same and we earn a small commission.

The best things to do in and around Jericoacoara

Ranked by bookings and verified reviews.

Tatajuba beach tour — from €16 per person, 6 hours, 4.8/5, with pickup. West of Jeri, through dunes, mangroves and lagoons. Best value in town.
East coast buggy ride — from €95 per group, 6 hours, 4.1/5, with pickup.
Private west coast dunes and lagoons tour — from €199 per group, 7 hours, 4.7/5.
Parnaíba Delta boat trip with scarlet ibis at sunset — from €71 per person, 8 hours, 5/5 from 10 reviews, with pickup.
Parnaíba Delta: Revoada dos Guarás circuit — from €56, 4 hours, 4.2/5 from 30 reviews.
Kitesurf, foil and wing foil lessons at Praia do Preá — from €149. Preá, next to Jeri, is one of Brazil’s top kite spots.
Lençóis Piauienses by quad — 9-hour crossing from €149 per group or a 3-hour ride from €102 per group.

Also popular on the east side is the Preá beach and Paraíso Lagoon tour, from €13, 7 hours, 4.1/5 from 68 reviews.

Quick comparison: price, rating and pickup

Prices marked “group” are per vehicle and are split between travellers.

Activity	From	Rating	Reviews	Duration	Spanish guide	Pickup
Tatajuba beach	€16	4.8/5	17	6 h	No	Yes
Preá and Paraíso Lagoon	€13	4.1/5	68	7 h	No	Yes
East coast buggy	€95 (group)	4.1/5	16	6 h	No	Yes
Private west coast tour	€199 (group)	4.7/5	9	7 h	Yes	No
East coast quad	€92 (group)	3.7/5	12	6 h	Yes	Yes
Parnaíba Delta with ibis	€71	5/5	10	8 h	No	Yes
Revoada dos Guarás (Parnaíba)	€56	4.2/5	30	4 h	No	Yes
Jericoacoara–Fortaleza transfer	€28	4/5	60	6 h	No	Yes

Catalogue data as of November 9, 2026

Best seller Jericoacoara8 h Parnaíba: tour en barco por el delta con vuelo de ibis escarlatas al atardecer Pickup 5.0 (10) from€71

Best seller Jericoacoara6 h Buggy por la costa este de Jericoacoara Pickup 4.1 (16) from · group€95

Best seller Jericoacoara Clases personalizadas de kitesurf, foil y wingfoil en Praia do Preá - CE from€149

Jericoacoara7 h Desde Jericoacoara: tour por la playa de Preá y la laguna Paraíso Pickup 4.1 (68) from€13

Jericoacoara4 h Tour: delta del Parnaíba - circuito Revoada dos Guarás Pickup 4.2 (30) from€56

Jericoacoara6 h Traslado de Jericoacoara a Fortaleza Pickup 4.0 (60) from€28

East coast or west coast?

Jeri’s tours split into two directions. The east side, towards Preá, is the classic buggy route, with beaches, freshwater lagoons where you can lie in a hammock over the water, and Preá itself, the kitesurfing hub. The west side, towards Tatajuba, feels wilder: big moving dunes, mangroves and river crossings. Both make easy, full-day outings, and most travellers do one of each. If you only have time for one, the Tatajuba tour has the best combination of price and rating in the catalogue, while the east coast is the better choice if you also want to see the kite scene at Preá.

How to plan your days

Two days

One day east (Preá and Paraíso Lagoon or the east coast buggy) and one day west (Tatajuba). Every evening: sunset on the dune and a wander through the sandy streets.

Three or four days

Add the Parnaíba Delta and a free beach or kite day. Heading west? The delta is a natural stop on the way to Lençóis Maranhenses; see Lagoa Azul or Lagoa Bonita for the lagoon circuits.

Kitesurfers

The Preá kite, foil and wing lessons are one-to-one (from €149). The strong-wind season on the Ceará coast runs roughly from July to January.

Couples and families

Do the maths on group prices: the private west coast tour (€199 per group) and the buggy (€95 per group) get much cheaper per head when shared.

Getting there

Jeri sits inside a national park with no paved streets, so the last stretch is by 4×4 over sand. Shared transfers from Fortaleza cost from €28 (6 hours, 4.6/5 from 209 reviews), and the return transfer is also €28. There is a day trip from Fortaleza (€40, 18 hours), but Jeri deserves at least two nights.

3-day Jericoacoara itinerary

Day 1: shared transfer from Fortaleza (€28, 6 hours) and sunset on Sunset Dune (free). Day 2: the west coast with the Tatajuba beach tour (€16, 4.8/5). Day 3: the east coast with the Preá and Paraíso Lagoon tour (€13).

Total for activities and the one-way transfer: €57 per person. Add a fourth day for the Parnaíba Delta ibis tour (€71) and it comes to €128.

How much do things cost in Jericoacoara?

Shared beach and lagoon tours: €13–16 per person.
Private buggy and 4×4 tours: €95–199 per group.
Parnaíba Delta: €56–71 per person; private boats from €237 per group.
Quad tours in Lençóis Piauienses: €102–149 per group.
Kite lessons: from €149.
Fortaleza–Jeri transfer: €28 each way.

The median activity costs €68. Prices are indicative and refreshed daily; each page shows whether the price is per person or per group.

Plan your trip

When to go: it is warm all year on the Ceará coast. Rain falls mostly from roughly February to May, and the strong winds kitesurfers come for blow from July to January, so the second half of the year is usually the safest bet. Where to stay: in Jeri village to do everything on foot, in Preá if you are kiting for several days, or by Paraíso Lagoon in Jijoca for peace and quiet. Tourist fee: the municipality charges visitors a daily tourist fee; check the current amount and how to pay before you arrive.

Practical tips

Get to Sunset Dune early: it is the village’s daily ritual and it fills up.
Sandals and light luggage: the whole village is sand.
For lagoon days, bring swimwear, sunscreen and some cash for hammocks and drinks.
Check whether prices are per person or per vehicle before comparing.
Read cancellation terms before paying.

FAQ

What should I not miss in Jericoacoara?

Sunset on the dune, a lagoon tour (Tatajuba from €16, 4.8/5) and, if you have time, the Parnaíba Delta.

How many days do you need in Jeri?

Two or three nights to see both coasts at an easy pace; four if you add the delta or kitesurfing.

How much is a buggy tour in Jericoacoara?

The east coast buggy starts at €95 per group and the private west coast tour at €199 per group.

Is the Parnaíba Delta worth it from Jeri?

Yes, if you have an extra day or are heading west towards Lençóis Maranhenses. The sunset ibis boat trip is rated 5/5 and the shorter Revoada dos Guarás circuit costs from €56.

When is the best time to visit Jericoacoara?

The second half of the year: less rain, and wind for kitesurfing from July to January. Rain is concentrated between February and May.

Is there a tourist fee in Jericoacoara?

Yes, the municipality charges a daily tourist fee. Check the current amount before you travel.

Do I need a visa for Brazil?

Since 10 April 2025, US, Canadian and Australian citizens need an e-visa to visit Brazil. UK and EU passport holders do not need a visa for tourist stays of up to 90 days. Always check the official Brazilian consulate website before travelling.

Things to do in Jericoacoara: buggy rides, lagoons and dune sunsets