The beaches of Marajó are of exceptional splendor. For the sector of Sour alone, there are several. There are the beaches of Barra Vellha, or the Praia do Pesqueiro, which, as its name suggests, is a fishing village. For those who would like to meet a community on the island, the Caju-Una community is open ►
The beaches of Marajó are of exceptional splendor. For the sector of Sour alone, there are several. There are the beaches of Barra Vellha, or the Praia do Pesqueiro, which, as its name suggests, is a fishing village. For those who would like to meet a community on the island, the Caju-Una community is open to this possibility. Nevertheless, visitors have to go to the beach of the same name to meet the people who live around. When speaking of communities, it is also highly advisable to stop in an artisanal fishing village to meet the locals and appreciate the mangrove zone. Moreover, travelers will be able to get to know the Turu, which is a mollusk extracted from the mangrove which feeds on sap and is also rich in nutrients.
For lovers of boat trips, they will be delighted by the many possibilities offered on the island. A first option will be provided to them to make the tour by motorboat along the Paracauary River to the Furo do Miguelao - a channel under the mangrove and the igapó forests. Those who opt for the option that starts in the village of Pesqueiro starts in Furo do Volta and ends in Furo do Céo will have the joy of observing teals, herons, grebes and guarás along the way, as well as squirrel monkeys, howlers monkeys and porpoises. Indeed, the vast fauna of the island will be admired for this one.
In Marajó, several handicraft discoveries are to be made, including the famous marajoara ceramics. To do this, tourists must go to M'Barayó, which highlights the production of ancient pieces of indigenous Marajoara and Arua ceramics. A little further on, they can stop at the Mangue Marajo art studio to be amazed by these different pieces. Those who want to make some purchases can find interesting pieces along the way, such as sandals, bags or hats. ◄
