Rutas

The Coconut Trail Ride, Brazil

9 days / 8 nights / 7 days riding

Big dunes, large canters, stunning beaches, typical fishing villages, Caipirinha and a lot of fun in the sun!

Brazil is all about tropical heat and amazing nature. But when we’re talking about beaches, the northeast part of Brazil comes into the spotlight. And that’s exactly where Paul, your riding guide, is taking you to; to the Northeastern State of Alagoas, where you will canter the endless beaches still untouched by civilization. From day one, you will understand why the ride is called The Coconut Trail Ride. Alagoas is in fact the greatest producer of coconuts in the country. From the saddle, you will drink fresh coconut water and discover some of the most beautiful tropical places you have ever been.

During the 9 day trip of which 7 are on horseback, the itinerary will take you to the colored sea cliffs, to crossing of rivers, climbing huge sand dunes, passing mangrove swamps, riding through Atlantic rain forest and along miles of pristine deserted beaches, lined with coconut trees.

On average you will be riding  about 4 hours a day – morning rides – arrive each time around noon at the next beachfront Pousada or beach house where you we be welcomed with the national drink; a Caipirinha.

Day 1 : Arrival in Maceió (capital city of the State Alagoas)

Late afternoon Meet & Greet at the hotel in Maceió to brief the riding group about the coming days. Dinner and overnight at a comfortable hotel in Maceió.

Day 2 : Maceió – Beach of Jequiá
Expected distance – 7 km – Time in the saddle – 2 hours
• Beaches, Cliffs, Boat ride, Swimming in the river and sea, Lunch at Jequiá (Dunes of Marapé)

After a delicious breakfast, we leave early to meet the horses at the paradisiacal beach of Jequiá. We will choose horses, make adjustments to the stirrups and take of for the ride. We immediately start on one of the deserted beaches, dotted with cliffs of multicolored sands and coconut trees. Our destination today is breathtaking! The Marapé Dunes are lying between the river and the sea. In the middle of preserved mangroves we will leave the horses to delight us with a boat trip along the mangroves, we take a refreshing bath river and the sea. The Sunset here is stunning. Overnight at Pousada – Dunes de Marapé.
(Coffee,lunch, snack and dinner)

Day 3 : Jequiá Beach – Pontal do Coruripe
Estimated distance – 12 km – Time in the saddle – 3 hours
• Beaches, Cliffs, Reefs, Coconut trees, Swimming in the sea, Lunch at Pontal do Coruripe

We will wake up with great disposition and an incredible view to the natural beauty of this place. Our horses are saddled and ready to take us for another day full of beautiful scenery and pristine nature. We will ride along deserted beaches, lined with coconut trees and appreciate the lush vegetation of the Atlantic forest. Barrier reefs are visible from the saddle. Our destination is the Pontal do Coruripe beach with its omnipresent lighthouse. The warm sea water is just perfect for a swim. Late lunch and overnight stay at Pousada – Pontal do Coruripe. (Coffee, Lunch, Snack and dinner).

Day 4 : Pontal do Coruripe – Feliz Deserto
Estimated distance – 25 km- Time in the saddle – 5 hours
•Beaches, Coruripe River Mouth, River crossing, Shipwreck

We will depart on the beach towards the south in direction to Feliz Deserto. Feliz Deserto means Happy Desert so we decided to have 2 happy nights at Feliz Deserto. Shortly after taking the trail to the sea, we will find the mouth of the river Coruripe that gives name to the location. Ready for some adventure? We will cross the river with the horses. Soon after the river crossing we will stop to refresh ourselves in the sea and meet our back up team waiting for us with coconut water and tropical fruits. We continue along deserted beaches, here and there we will ride along a beach village and see artisanal fishermen. Just before we reach our overnight spot, we find at the beach the Swiss Cargo schipwreck “The Stockholm”. Our exclusive Beach House awaits us in Feliz Deserto. Overnight a the Beach House. (Coffee, lunch,snack and dinner).

Day 5 : Feliz Deserto – Marituba Lagoon – Feliz Deserto
Distance on horseback – 28 km Time in the saddle – 6 hours
• Alagoas wetlands, Marituba lagoon, Galloping on the beach

Right after breakfast, which is special as usual, we mount the horses and ride inland,away from the beach, towards the Marituba wetlands, a protected area with a unique ecosystem. We will have time to wade or swim in the clear waters. We will have lunch and have a little siesta before heading back to our lodgings. This time we go along the beach and end the todays ride with a gallop.  Overnight stay at the Beach house. (breakfast, snacks, lunch, and dinner).