Northeast
CE
Ceará
Wind-sculpted dunes and warm tropical beaches
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Ceará is a sun-drenched coastal state famous for its dramatic wind-sculpted dunes, warm turquoise waters and the vibrant city of Fortaleza. Brazil's capital of wind sports, the state's consistent trade winds make it a global destination for kite surfing and windsurfing, while its inland sertão preserves living traditions of forró music and leather craftsmanship.
Capital
Fortaleza
Region
Northeast
Estado
CE
Top Highlights
- 1Jericoacoara — remote UNESCO-protected kite-surfing village with stunning lagoon sunsets
- 2Baturité highlands — cool Atlantic Forest cloud forest with cachaça distilleries and hummingbirds
- 3Canoa Quebrada — dramatic red sandstone cliffs and boho beach town atmosphere
- 4Beach buggy tours — classic coastal adventure along the shore east and west of Fortaleza
Best Time to Visit
July to January for the wind season — world-class kite surfing and low humidity.
Traveller's Tip
Jericoacoara is only accessible by 4×4 across sand dunes; the final leg from Jijoca takes about 40 minutes.
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