Ilha do Caju
A private eco-island within the delta, where dunes, mangroves, freshwater lakes and wildlife coexist, open only to overnight guests.
Ilha do Caju lies on the Maranhão side of the delta. It covers about 100 square kilometres and has long been protected as a private farm. The island features moving dunes, rain-season lakes, mangroves, beaches and extensive native vegetation, and you can see foxes, deer, ibises and sea turtles. There is only one eco-lodge on the island, which requires booking a stay package. Guides lead visitors on walks, horseback rides or boat trips, and the island does not admit casual day visitors. The boat trip from Parnaíba takes about 2.5 hours. The island suits travellers who want an in-depth experience of the delta, and two nights is recommended.
Opening hours
Requires booking an overnight package
Nearby sights
- Scarlet Ibis Roost (Guarás Vermelhos)
- Delta do Parnaíba Boat Tour
- Porto das Barcas
- Cathedral of Our Lady of Grace, Parnaíba
- Praia da Pedra do Sal
- Lagoa do Portinho
- Praia de Atalaia, Luís Correia
- Praia do Coqueiro