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Coastal Adventure: Fortaleza and Natal

Nilton Wanderlei

Nilton Wanderlei

6 Mar 2024

Embark on a thrilling 17-day journey through the vibrant cities of Fortaleza and Natal in Brazil. Discover stunning beaches, explore lush parks, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of these coastal gems. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Fortaleza

Day 1Discovering Fortaleza's Hidden Gems
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$0

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$ 2

Parque Rachel de Queiroz
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Fortaleza Central Market
Multi-level covered market specializing in local leather goods, textiles, jewelry & souvenirs.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 2Exploring Nature and Culture in Fortaleza
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$0

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$ 4

Praça General Tiburcio
Leafy square with an 18th-century church & a statue of writer Rachel de Queiroz sitting on a bench.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
25 - 30 min

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Ecopoint
Ecological park with many animals & birds, plus swimming facilities & live kids’ performances.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
28 - 34 min

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Parque Botânico do Ceará
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
Day 3Beach Bliss and Spectacular Views in Fortaleza
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$13

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$ 2

Espigão da Rui Barbosa
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Praia do Futuro
Seaside swimming locale with beach chairs & umbrellas available, plus food vendors & eateries.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$13
Day 4Unveiling Fortaleza's Coastal Charms
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Guardian Iracema Statue
This beachfront statue honors a legendary indigenous figure popularized by a 19th-century novel.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Praia de Iracema
Sandy beach in a populous urban district with a long pier, prominent sculpture & a promenade.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Espigão da João Cordeiro
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
Day 5Strolling Along the Beachfront in Fortaleza
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$ 2

Aterro da Praia de Iracema
Street food, sculptures & bars on a promenade & breakwater lining a sandy stretch of reclaimed land.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Parque Bisão
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 6Gardens, Markets, and Serenity in Fortaleza
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$ 2

Jardim Japonês
Intimate garden with traditional Japanese landscaping, water features & architecture.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Feirinha da Beira Mar
Beachside market known for handicrafts, jewelry, beachwear & souvenirs, plus food stalls.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Praça das Flores - Bosque (Dr. Carlos Alberto Studart Gomes)
Urban square shaded by tall trees, with a playground, sports courts & colorful flower stalls.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
Day 7Embracing Nature in Fortaleza's Parks
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$ 2

Park Adahil Barreto
Play areas, dog walks & Cocó River views in a tree-shaded suburban park popular for family picnics.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Parque Estadual do Cocó
Conservation land containing threatened species of plant and animal life, with boat tours & trails.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 8Immersing in Fortaleza's Cultural Delights
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$0

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$ 2

Praça Luíza Távora
Green plaza with creatively designed play areas, a restored train car & frequent craft fairs.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Mercado Cultural dos Pinhões
Industrial-chic pavilion hosting food festivals, open-air restaurants & cultural happenings.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Parque da Liberdade Fortaleza
Small park with palm-lined footpaths, gazebos & play equipment, set around an ornamental lake.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
Day 9Adventurous Day in Fortaleza's Sand Dunes
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$0

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$ 2

Dunas da Sabiaguaba
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
24 - 29 min

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Praia do Beach Park
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 10Fun-filled Activities in Fortaleza
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$5

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$ 4

Itapark - Clube e Hospedagem
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
35 - 42 min

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Sargento Prata City Zoo
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$5
19 - 23 min

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Casa de José de Alencar
Exhibits & events showcased in the small house where an iconic 19th-century writer once lived.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $146 In total

Activities & Food:$114
Transport:$32

Trip to Natal

Day 1Discovering Fortaleza's Hidden Gems
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$30

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$ 4

Aquário Natal
Compact, private aquarium with touch tanks, penguins & native fish species, including piranhas.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$18
30 - 36 min

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Travessia de Balsa
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$8
15 - 18 min

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Pitangui Lagoon
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$4
Day 2Exploring Nature and Culture in Fortaleza
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$23

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$ 4

Dromedunas Turismo
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$13
26 - 32 min

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Natal Tourism Center
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$5
6 - 8 min

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Letreiro da Cidade de Natal
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$5
Day 3Beach Bliss and Spectacular Views in Fortaleza
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$15

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$ 2

Genipabu
Visitors can hire buggies to ride the dunes of this sandy beach with a freshwater lagoon.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$10
32 - 39 min

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Sun Clock
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$5
Day 4Unveiling Fortaleza's Coastal Charms
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$3

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$ 2

Praia dos Artistas
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Catedral Metropolitana de Nossa Senhora Da Apresentação
Catholic church from the 1980s spread across 2 floors, known for its modern, minimalist design.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$3
Day 5Strolling Along the Beachfront in Fortaleza
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$7

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$ 2

Bosque dos Namorados do Parque das Dunas
Scenic ecological park with dunes, Atlantic forest & a range of wildlife, plus a visitor center.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$2
6 - 8 min

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Museum Cascudo / UFRN
Opened in 1973, this museum of anthropology & natural history offers permanent & rotating exhibits.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$5
Day 6Gardens, Markets, and Serenity in Fortaleza
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$8

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$ 4

Parque Dom Nivaldo Monte
Lush park offering trails, jogging lanes, a library, auditorium & a modern, elevated exhibit hall.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$3
14 - 17 min

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Mirassol's Christmas Tree
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$5
17 - 21 min

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Morro do Careca
Bald Hill, a 390-ft. sand dune flanked by vegetation, is often featured on the city's postcards.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 7Embracing Nature in Fortaleza's Parks
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$13

Ponta Negra
Landmark beach with a famous dune, huts, food & drink plus abundant nearby hotels & amenities.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$13

Budget breakdown: $146 In total

Activities & Food:$114
Transport:$32