Atins
A small sandy fishing village on the western bank of the river mouth. It is a kitesurfing hot spot, and you can walk or drive into the dune lake area on the eastern side of the park.
Atins lies on the western bank of the Preguiças River mouth, facing Caburé across the water. The village has no paved roads. Sandy paths run past guesthouses, cafés and kitesurfing schools. From July to December the trade winds are steady, making it a well-known kitesurfing destination in Brazil. Atins is the gateway to the eastern part of the national park. You can hike with a guide or ride a four-wheel drive to the dune lakes, including Lagoa Tropical and Lagoa Bonita, and there are fewer visitors than on the Barreirinhas side. Another classic experience is eating a large plate of grilled prawns at a beach restaurant at Ponta do Atins, on the park's edge. It takes about 1 to 2 hours from Barreirinhas by boat or four-wheel drive.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Preguiças Lighthouse (Mandacaru)
- Caburé
- Vassouras
- Lagoa Azul Circuit
- Barreirinhas
- Preguiças River Boat Trip
- Lagoa Bonita Circuit
- Pequenos Lençóis & Paulino Neves