Tours in Fortaleza (Brazil)

Canoa Quebrada Commences: Fortaleza, Brazil Duration: 8 hours   Traveling along the Sol Nascente Highway, a scenic 95 mile (156km) ride from Fortaleza, you'll reach Canoa Quebrada. Known as one of the most popular beach destinations in Ceara, this area seems to have stopped in time. Don't miss out on trying one of the many seafood dishes sold in the beach huts and prepare for the excitement and fun sensation of a buggy ride through the dunes!   Traveling along the Sol Nascente Highway, a scenic 95 mile (156km) ride from Fortaleza, you'll reach Canoa Quebrada. Known as one of the most popular beach destinations in Ceara, this area seems to have stopped in time. Don't miss out on trying one of the many seafood dishes sold in the beach huts and prepare for the excitement and fun sensation of a buggy ride through the dunes! Surrounded by pink sand dunes that act as structures, Canoa Quebrada is a unique location with a stunning, natural environment. With an almost a mystical feel, you'll notice its sheer simplicity as you meet the locals. The main street is host to many lively bars and restaurants that serve a great selection of seafood dishes. Indulge in a variety of leisure activities and tours during your visit. Explore the endless stretches of sand dunes by buggy, learn how to kite surf or try horseback riding. You can bathe in the small bay that is protected by reefs, cruise on a beautiful jangada (sailing boat) or visit a fish and shrimp farm. You also have the option to just relax on one of the secluded beaches to the north or south of Canoa before your return journey back to Fortaleza.

Fortaleza City Tour Commences: Fortaleza, Brazil Duration: 2 hours   Discover the history and story behind the city of Fortaleza! Visit beautiful and historic buildings such as the Metropolitan Cathedral, the President Castelo Branco Mausoleum and the Center of Tourism. A fun and educational way to discover the history behind Brazil's architecture and lifestyle!   Discover the history and story behind the city of Fortaleza! Visit beautiful and historic buildings such as the Metropolitan Cathedral, the President Castelo Branco Mausoleum and the Center of Tourism. A fun and educational way to discover the history behind Brazil's architecture and lifestyle! Fortaleza, the capital city of the State of CearĂ¡, has been for decades one of the most popular destinations for tourists. With an easy grid pattern, the city has a combination of sunny urban beaches, busy nightlife, delicious restaurants, rich Brazilian culture and very friendly people. On this tour you will learn the history and heritage of Fortaleza. Learn about some of Fortaleza's historical monuments such as the Metropolitan Cathedral, the third largest church in Brazil. Other renowned landmarks include the Jose de Alencar Theater, Museum of Ceara, the Center of Tourism and the fortress of Nossa Senhora da Assuncao. Don't forget to take a picture of one of the many statues of Iracema! You will also have the option to stop at the Central Market, one of the most popular handicraft markets, to buy local souvenirs. Then its off to the beach of Meireles, one of the many urban beaches in Fortaleza.  With its stretch of beach that surrounds the handicraft fair and jangada (sailing boat) port, Meireles is a location popular with locals and tourists alike.

Fortaleza Beach Park Commences: Fortaleza, Brazil Duration: 8 hours   The Beach Park, situated by the seashore, is a complex consisting of a hotel, souvenir store, museum and an Aqua Park! With waterslides, waterfalls, an artificial river and two aquatic structures found only in Brazil, it's a place guaranteed to entertain people of all ages! A family friendly excursion in the perfect environment and weather!    The Beach Park, situated by the seashore, is a complex consisting of a hotel, souvenir store, museum and an Aqua Park! With waterslides, waterfalls, an artificial river and two aquatic structures found only in Brazil, it's a place guaranteed to entertain people of all ages! A family friendly excursion in the perfect environment and weather!  Located in Porto das Dunas, the park is only a short 9 mile (16km) drive from Fortaleza. The unique complex is a combination of resort, hotels, restaurants, shops, a sailing raft museum, water park and beach. Over 700,000 people visit this fun attraction every year and with an area of over 42 acres (170,000 sq meters), this tourist and leisure complex has something for everyone! The Aqua Park is the largest and best equipped water park in Latin America. Surf the largest wave swimming pool and if you are adventurous, make sure you try the Insane water slide. Listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the highest water slide, its 135 feet (41 meters) is the equivalent to the height of a 14-story building. With the angle and slope, this water slide provides extremely rapid descents at speeds of 65 mph (105km/h)! Have some fun at Noah's Ark, an area designed especially for young children. With many fun options like swimming pools, ramps and waterfalls, your children will have fun for hours! They can search for lost treasure while confronting water serpents or water battle with water cannons on Treasure Island! For something a little relaxing, visit the sauna or gently drift down the river on the Enchanted Stream.

Cumbuco Beach Commences: Fortaleza, Brazil Duration: 8 hours   Take a day trip to the beautiful beach of Cumbuco! Take part in some of the adrenaline pumped activities or relax on the white sands of  the secluded beaches. Discover the stunning scenery and explore the many bars and restaurants before finishing off this spectacular day with a refreshing swim in the Parnamirim pond. With enough activities to entertain everyone, this family friendly excursion is a must do when visiting Brazil!   Take a day trip to the beautiful beach of Cumbuco! Take part in some of the adrenaline pumped activities or relax on the white sands of  the secluded beaches. Discover the stunning scenery and explore the many bars and restaurants before finishing off this spectacular day with a refreshing swim in the Parnamirim pond. With enough activities to entertain everyone, this family friendly excursion is a must do when visiting Brazil! Following a 22 mile (35km) scenic drive from Fortaleza, you'll reach the small fishing village of Cumbuco. Located in the metropolitan town of Caucaia, Cumbuco is a small laid-back Brazilian village with spectacular white sand dunes and beautiful empty beaches lined with coconut trees. The sun shines almost all year round with an annual average temperature of 82° F (28° C). Explore the famous dunes and take an optional beach buggy tour that takes place on the moving sand dunes and small fresh water ponds. You will have the opportunity to ski-bunda (sand surf down the dunes into one of three ponds), rent a jet ski, ride on a banana boat or take a horse ride. This beach is also one of the best places in the world for year round wind and kite surfing. You may also choose to simply relax and walk the palm-lined deserted beaches. There is so much to see and do and the choice is all yours! Your day finishes with a refreshing swim in the Parnamirim pond amidst picturesque white sand dunes.

Morro Branco and Fontes Beach Commences: Fortaleza, Brazil Duration: 8 hours   Travel to the district of Beberibe and discover the stunning coast of Ceara! Lined with red and white sand dune cliffs that offer an amazing backdrop to the beautiful seashore and ponds, the stunning tropical scenery will amaze you. Take off on an exciting buggy ride that takes you through the dunes and grottos to the pond of Uruau, the largest pond on the coast of Ceara.   Travel to the district of Beberibe and discover the stunning coast of Ceara! Lined with red and white sand dune cliffs that offer an amazing backdrop to the beautiful seashore and ponds, the stunning tropical scenery will amaze you. Take off on an exciting buggy ride that takes you through the dunes and grottos to the pond of Uruau, the largest pond on the coast of Ceara. Your day of leisure starts with a scenic drive to the region of Beberibe. Morro Branco and Praia das Fortes (Beach of Springs) have the perfect combination between rustic beauty and sophistication. Both areas have been featured on several TV and movie productions. You will be driven by the local and knowledgeable guides around the labyrinths, a rocky area created by years of erosion. Formed between the sand dunes, cliffs and fresh water ponds, this area offers several shades of spectacular colorful dunes. Just a short distance away from Praia das Fortes, you can bathe in the Uruau, the largest pond on the coast of Ceara. In the afternoon, you have the option to take a dune buggy or horseback ride through the high walls of the cliffs. Or, take a jangada (a small sailboat) ride to the nearby grottos. Otherwise, simply relax and take in the stunning Brazilian scenery.

Lagoinha Beach from Fortaleza Commences: Fortaleza, Brazil Duration: 8 hours   Travel to the district of Paraipaba where the beautiful Lagoinha beach is situated! This area is one of the largest and most popular attractions because it used to be the ancient hiding place for French pirates. Now, Lagoinha is a quiet colony of fisherman, set amongst paradise landscapes dotted with palm trees, beaches and colorful sand dunes!   Travel to the district of Paraipaba where the beautiful Lagoinha beach is situated! This area is one of the largest and most popular attractions because it used to be the ancient hiding place for French pirates. Now, Lagoinha is a quiet colony of fisherman, set amongst paradise landscapes dotted with palm trees, beaches and colorful sand dunes! A scenic 65 mile (104km) drive from Fotaleza will take you to Laghoinha, a dreamy fantasy beach full of tropical vegetation. Lush with coconut palms and a small deep lagoon embedded in the red sand dunes, this beach is considered one of the best in the state. Explore the palm tree lined beaches and red sand dunes on a buggy tour or horseback ride or simply relax in this unspoiled destination. You can even take a jangada (sailboat) ride on the calm waters of the Almecegas Pond! Make sure to enjoy the sumptuous seafood at the local restaurants before your return journey back to your Fortaleza hotel in the late afternoon.

Fortaleza Roundtrip Transfer Commences: Fortaleza, Brazil Duration: Varies   Be prepared for a smooth and easy trip to Fortaleza by booking your airport transfers in advance! Don't waste your time trying to arrange taxis or public transportion and book your transfers today to ensure you get the most out of your vacation time! You'll be collected from the airport and taken to your hotel and then returned back to the airport for your departure flight!   Be prepared for a smooth and easy trip to Fortaleza by booking your airport transfers in advance! Don't waste your time trying to arrange taxis or public transportion and book your transfers today to ensure you get the most out of your vacation time! You'll be collected from the airport and taken to your hotel and then returned back to the airport for your departure flight! You'll be met at Fortaleza Airport by an English-speaking guide and transferred directly to your hotel. As you clear customs, look for the friendly representative holding a personalized sign with your name on it! Arrival Information - At time of booking, you must include the following information: ·         Airline ·         Flight Number ·         Departing City ·         Arrival City ·         Arrival Time ·         Hotel Name and Address Departure Information - For your return journey, you will be met at your hotel and taken directly to the airport for your departure flight. At time of booking, you must advise the following information: ·         Airline ·         Flight Number ·         Departing City ·         Arrival City ·         Departure Time ·         Hotel Name and Address