Lagoa do Junco: how to get there, photos and tips

One of the most beautiful views in the Lençóis, with tall dunes and deep blue water.

WhereLençóis Maranhenses National Park

Distanceabout 30 min by 4x4 + 3 to 5 min on foot

Depthcan exceed 5 m — take care in deep areas

Combine withCajueirinho (5 min) and Piscininha

Exceptional. One of the most beautiful views in the Lençóis Maranhenses. The trip is by 4x4 and takes about 30 minutes from Santo Amaro. The vehicle drops you a few metres away, and the walk to the lagoon takes 3 to 5 minutes. At some times of year it is windier there.

The colour is mostly blue, from the lightest to the darkest shade. The water is deep and can exceed 5 metres. It is excellent for swimming, but avoid the deepest areas. The surrounding dunes are very high, and photos from the top usually turn out superb.

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Always enter the park with an accredited guide. Never jump from the dunes into the water, especially head first, and ask the guide which areas are safest for swimming — above all with children. Read our Lençóis Safety guide.

Other lagoons

Lagoa da Gaivota Lagoa da Andorinha Lagoa da Piscininha Lagoa do Cajueirinho Lagoa Emendadas Lagoa da Rancharia Lagoa América and surroundings

Stay close to the lagoons

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