Private Bugue Tour on the East Coast of Jericoacoara

Jericoacoara’s east coast is best understood as a string of changing scenes: a wind-shaped tree, a fishing village, clear-water lagoons, and broad dunes filled with rainwater. This private buggy tour links six of them in about six to seven hours, giving you a full day outside town without sharing the vehicle with strangers.

I like the private setup, especially for a group of two to four, and I like the mix of short photo stops and longer breaks for swimming, lunch, and rest. Guide Valdenir, also called Val, is described as a careful, friendly driver who adjusts the day to the group and takes photos. The main drawback is the extra cost at Blue Hole Caiçara and Lagoa Azul, plus the fact that a long day with six stops can feel busy.

Quick reasons to consider this buggy tour

• Six east-coast stops in one outing: You visit Arvore da Preguica, Prea, Blue Hole Caiçara, Lagoa Azul, Lagoa do Paraiso, and Lagoa do Amancio.
• Private transport for up to four people: Your group has the buggy to itself, which makes the day more relaxed and easier to adjust.
• Two clear-water lagoon stops: Lagoa Azul and Lagoa do Paraiso give you the most time for swimming and resting.
• A local guide who also takes photos: Valdenir is praised for being personable, respectful, professional, and willing to shape the day around your group.
• Two extra entrance fees: Blue Hole Caiçara and Lagoa Azul each require R$40 per person, paid separately.
• Strong value for a small group: The listed price is $102.02 per group, not per person, for up to four people.

Six stops from Jericoacoara to the east coast

This tour is built around variety. You are not spending the whole day at one beach or one lagoon. Instead, the buggy carries you through a series of short and long stops, each with a different purpose.

The first stops are quick and useful for photos. The middle of the day gives you time in the water. The final stop returns to the quieter dune-lagoon setting before you head back to the meeting point in Jijoca de Jericoacoara.

The order and timing may feel full, but the schedule gives each place a clear role. You get a taste of the coast early, spend more time at the main lagoon areas, and finish with a short stop at Lagoa do Amancio.

Arvore da Preguica: a fast photo stop with character

The tour begins at Arvore da Preguica, or Sloth Tree. The tree has been shaped by the coastal wind, giving it a low, leaning form that makes it an easy subject for photos.

You have about 20 minutes here. That is enough for pictures and a short explanation of the place, but not enough for a long walk or extended wandering. I would treat this as a pleasant opening stop, not a major destination on its own.

This first pause also gives you time to settle into the buggy and get a sense of the day. If you want good group photos, tell Valdenir early. His reputation for taking pictures is one of the useful extras of having a private guide.

Praia do Prea: a look at a working coastal village

The next stop is Praia do Prea, a fishing village in the neighboring municipality of Cruz, Ceará. You spend about 40 minutes here, getting to know the area and enjoying the setting.

Prea adds a touch of everyday coastal life to a day otherwise focused on scenic water stops. The village is not presented as a long beach stay or a formal cultural tour. Instead, it is a chance to pause, look around, and see a place connected to fishing rather than only to sightseeing.

The 40-minute stop should suit you if you like a little local context between photo opportunities. If your priority is swimming, keep in mind that this is one of the shorter visits and the later lagoons receive much more of your time.

Blue Hole Caiçara: crystal-clear water at an added cost

Blue Hole Caiçara is one of the tour’s most striking stops. You have about an hour to see the site, take photos and videos, and bathe in its clear water.

The entrance fee is not included. The listed charge is R$40 per person, so a group of four should budget R$160 for this stop alone. That is important when comparing the advertised group price with your likely total cost.

The Blue Hole is a good fit if you want a swim in a highly photogenic setting. It is also one of the places where the private format helps. Your group can focus on bathing, taking pictures, or simply looking around without having to match the pace of a larger party.

Plan for the possibility that the water stop will be the highlight for some people in your group, while others may care more about the lagoons. Since the tour includes several water locations, you do not have to force every person to treat one stop as the main event.

Lagoa Azul: two hours for water and rest

Lagoa Azul receives about two hours, making it one of the day’s longer pauses. The lagoon is formed by rainwater and is described as having clear water, so the emphasis here is enjoying the setting rather than rushing through a quick photo stop.

The entrance fee is not included and is listed as R$40 per person. For four people, that adds another R$160. Along with Blue Hole Caiçara, the two paid entries can add R$320 for a full group, before any food or personal spending.

Two hours gives you room to slow down. You can swim, take pictures, and rest rather than jumping back into the buggy after a few minutes. I value this kind of timing because a full-day outing becomes tiring when every stop lasts only long enough for a camera click.

The supplied details do not specify what facilities are available at Lagoa Azul, so you should not assume that food, changing areas, or other services are included there. The confirmed details are the lagoon, the clear rainwater, the two-hour stop, and the separate entrance charge.

Lagoa do Paraiso: the main rest and lunch stop

Lagoa do Paraiso is given another two hours and is the clearest place in the schedule for lunch and relaxation. You can enjoy the water, eat, and take a proper break from the road.

Its admission is included, unlike the entries at Blue Hole Caiçara and Lagoa Azul. That makes this stop easier on the budget, though lunch itself is not listed as included. Keep money available for your meal and any other personal purchases.

This is likely the most important pause for pacing. After several earlier stops, you will appreciate having time to sit down rather than treating the lagoon as another brief viewing point. The private vehicle also means your group can make the most of the two-hour block according to its own rhythm.

If your party includes people who do not want to swim, Lagoa do Paraiso still has a clear purpose. They can relax and eat while others use the water. The schedule is broad enough to support both styles.

Lagoa do Amancio: a quieter final scene

The final stop is Lagoa do Amancio, a dune lagoon formed by rainwater. You spend about 30 minutes here, with time to enjoy the clear water and take a last set of photos.

This is a short ending, so expect a final look rather than another long swim session. The setting gives the tour a fitting close: after beaches, village life, and the better-known water stops, you finish among dune lagoons that can feel more open and natural.

Because the stop is free, there is no extra admission to plan for. It is also a useful final pause before returning to the meeting point on Rua Principal in Jijoca de Jericoacoara.

What the private buggy format changes

The tour is private, and only your group participates. That matters more here than it would on a simple transfer because the day includes six stops with different levels of interest.

You can spend more time taking photos at Arvore da Preguica, keep the beach stop short if your group is eager for the lagoons, or use the longer lagoon breaks for a proper rest. The information does not promise unlimited customization, but the direct comments about Valdenir indicate that he is attentive and shapes the outing to suit the group.

A buggy also fits the character of this outing better than a standard enclosed vehicle. The tour is built around coast, dunes, and lagoons, and the open-air format keeps the surroundings close. WiFi is included on board, which may be useful during a long day, though the main reason to book is the route and the private driving rather than internet access.

The vehicle carries up to four people per group at the listed price. For four people, $102.02 works out to roughly $25.50 each before the two extra entrance fees. For two people, the per-person cost is higher, but you still gain privacy and a vehicle dedicated to your party.

Guide Valdenir and the human side of the day

The guide is identified as Valdenir, often called Val. The strongest praise centers on his manner: professional, respectful, attentive, personable, and fun.

That combination matters on a six-hour outing. You are spending most of a day with the driver, so a guide who communicates well can make the schedule feel easy rather than mechanical. The comments also point to Valdenir taking photographs, a practical benefit when you want pictures of the whole group instead of only scenery.

His replies show a warm, informal style, including Portuguese and English. The available comments also describe him as someone who can make the tour fit the group. I would still explain your priorities at the start: more swimming, more photos, a longer lunch, or a quicker pace.

Do not book this expecting a formal lecture at every stop. The information promises explanations at Arvore da Preguica and time to get to know each place, while the main focus is transport, scenery, swimming, and relaxation.

The real cost, including the two paid stops

The listed price is $102.02 per group of up to four people. That is a strong starting value for a private, six to seven hour outing, especially if you fill all four places.

Two admission charges are separate:

• Blue Hole Caiçara: R$40 per person
• Lagoa Azul: R$40 per person

A person visiting both paid stops should budget R$80 in entrance fees. A full group of four would pay R$320 in these charges. Lagoa do Paraiso includes admission, while Arvore da Preguica, Praia do Prea, and Lagoa do Amancio have no admission fee listed.

Lunch at Lagoa do Paraiso is also not included. The tour includes private transportation and WiFi on board, but not food. For a fair comparison, add the two entrance fees and lunch to the group price before deciding what the day will cost.

Even with those additions, the tour can make financial sense for a small group that wants a private vehicle. A solo participant or couple will pay more per person than a full group, but the privacy may be worth it if you dislike fixed group pacing.

Timing, comfort, and who will like this most

The stated operating hours are 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Sunday, with the activity returning to the meeting point. The tour itself lasts about six to seven hours, so you should allow most of the day for it.

You will want to be ready for repeated movement between stops, short photo breaks, and water time. The schedule is not designed for a slow, single-location beach day. It is better for you if you want to see several well-known places along the east coast in one outing.

I would recommend it most for:

• Couples or families who want a private vehicle
• Small groups of up to four sharing the cost
• People who enjoy swimming, photos, and changing scenery
• Visitors who want a full day outside Jericoacoara
• Anyone who values a guide who can take pictures and keep the mood light

It may be less suitable if you want a quiet day with no fixed movement, or if extra entrance fees make you uncomfortable. It may also feel rushed if you prefer to spend an entire afternoon at one lagoon.

Service animals are allowed, and the activity information says most people can participate. No specific physical requirements are given, so you should raise any personal mobility concerns when booking rather than assume the buggy and stops will suit every need.

Cancellation and booking details worth knowing

Confirmation is provided when you book. The meeting point is Rua Principal, 120, Jijoca de Jericoacoara, and the activity ends back there.

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. A cancellation made less than 24 hours before the start time is not refunded, and changes inside that window are not accepted. The cut-off follows local time.

The experience is offered from April 7, 2022 through September 3, 2027, every day during the stated operating hours. It is commonly reserved well ahead, with an average booking time of 44 days in advance, so planning early is sensible if your dates are fixed.

Should you book the East Coast Buggy Tour?

Book it if you want a private, photo-friendly day that covers a lot of Jericoacoara’s east coast without arranging separate transport. The combination of Arvore da Preguica, Prea, Blue Hole Caiçara, Lagoa Azul, Lagoa do Paraiso, and Lagoa do Amancio gives you a broad sample of the area, with enough time at the two main lagoon stops to swim and rest.

The best value comes when four people share the $102.02 group price. Add R$80 per person for the two paid attractions, plus lunch, and you will have a realistic budget.

Skip it if your ideal day means staying in one place, avoiding extra fees, or moving at a very slow pace. For everyone else, especially a small group that wants clear-water swimming, scenic photos, and a friendly guide who can handle the driving, this is a well-balanced way to see the east coast.

FAQ

How long does the private buggy tour last?

The tour lasts approximately six to seven hours.

How many people can join the private tour?

The price covers one private group of up to four people.

Where does the tour start?

It starts at Rua Principal, 120, Jijoca de Jericoacoara, Ceará, Brazil.

Where does the tour end?

The activity ends back at the meeting point.

Which places does the tour visit?

The stops are Arvore da Preguica, Praia do Prea, Blue Hole Caiçara, Lagoa Azul, Lagoa do Paraiso, and Lagoa do Amancio.

Are the Blue Hole Caiçara and Lagoa Azul entrance fees included?

No. Blue Hole Caiçara charges R$40 per person, and Lagoa Azul charges R$40 per person.

Is admission to Lagoa do Paraiso included?

Yes. Admission to Lagoa do Paraiso is included.

Is lunch included?

No. Lagoa do Paraiso is the stop for lunch and relaxation, but lunch is not included in the tour price.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded.