7-Day Northeast Brazil Endemics from Aracaju with Boute Expeditions

A seven-day northeast Brazil birding route from Aracaju through Estância, Canudos and Chapada do Araripe for Lear's Macaw, Araripe Manakin and Caatinga specialties.

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  • 7 days
  • Group 1-8 people
  • Price on request
  • Public tour
  • Pace: Full birding days with overland transfers, early starts and selected evening searches.
  • Language: English
  • City: Aracaju
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About this tour

Cross a productive sequence of northeast Brazil habitats, beginning with Atlantic Forest remnants near Estância and continuing through Caatinga landscapes around Jeremoabo and Canudos to the forested slopes and tablelands of Chapada do Araripe.

The route is designed around two exceptional endemics: Lear's Macaw at Canudos and Araripe Manakin near Crato. It also searches for Fringe-backed Fire-eye, regional parrots, antwrens, woodpeckers, nightjars, hummingbirds and other northeast specialties.

The core program is seven days and six nights and can operate as a fixed or private departure. Three optional post-tour regions are described by Boute Expeditions. Current dates, extension sequence, lodging, inclusions and price are confirmed after inquiry.

Guides

Paulo Boute
Founder and senior Brazil birding guide
English, Portuguese
Itinerary
Day 1
Aracaju arrival and Estância transfer
Estância Atlantic Forest

Meet at Aracaju airport and transfer south to Estância with birding along the route. Depending on arrival time, add an easy coastal walk before the overnight.

Day 2
Estância birding and Jeremoabo transfer
Estância Atlantic Forest

Bird Atlantic Forest remnants around Estância for Fringe-backed Fire-eye, parrots, manakins and wetland species, then continue toward Jeremoabo with Caatinga birding en route.

Day 3
Canudos and Lear's Macaws
Canudos Caatinga

Travel the back road from Jeremoabo to Canudos with frequent birding stops. Spend the afternoon in Caatinga habitat and watch Lear's Macaws return to their roost, followed by a possible nightjar search.

Day 4
Canudos to Crato
Chapada do Araripe

Make the overland journey to Crato with selected birding stops through northeast Brazil, arriving near Chapada do Araripe by the end of the day.

Day 5
Araripe Manakin and tableland forest
Chapada do Araripe

Focus first on the endemic Araripe Manakin, then bird higher forest and Caatinga-influenced habitat for woodpeckers, xenops, antpittas, antwrens, hummingbirds and other regional specialties.

Day 6
Crato and Araripe missing targets
Chapada do Araripe

Use a full, easy-paced day to revisit the strongest habitats around Crato and Chapada do Araripe for missing targets and deeper natural-history interpretation.

Day 7
Crato to Maceió or post-tour extension
Chapada do Araripe

End the core program with the transfer toward Maceió, or continue by prior arrangement to one of the detailed northeast extensions such as Quebrangulo and Murici, Serra do Baturité, or Recife and Fernando de Noronha.

Locations & map

  • Estância Atlantic Forest - Sergipe Brazil (Atlantic Forest remnants, wetlands and coastal-influenced habitat south of Aracaju.)
  • Canudos Caatinga - Bahia Brazil (Dry Caatinga and Lear's Macaw roost landscape.)
  • Chapada do Araripe - Ceará Brazil (Forest springs, tableland and Caatinga-influenced habitat around Crato.)
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Availability & pricing

Availability: Available on request · Season: Fixed or private departures by request; current dates, route conditions and extension availability are confirmed after i

Price: Price on request

Included

  • Professional Brazil birding guidance - The route and daily priorities are adjusted to current bird activity and conditions.

Not included

  • Flights and travel insurance - Confirm all required flights separately and carry suitable travel and medical insurance.
  • Services not listed in the confirmed proposal - Final inclusions depend on route, party size and dates.

Transport & stays

  • Private air-conditioned road vehicle The source specifies an air-conditioned vehicle with a window seat for each guest; exact vehicle and luggage limits are confirmed in the proposal. | Meet: Aracaju airport. | Pickup: Provide arrival plans and any extension interests when inquiring.

Policies & FAQ

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation and refund terms are provided with the current proposal and should be reviewed before payment.

Payment Terms

Rates vary by party size and departure status. Current price, deposit and payment instructions are provided after inquiry.

Insurance & Safety

Travel and medical insurance with cancellation and interruption cover is strongly recommended.
Field conditions may include heat, sun, insects, boats, unpaved roads, early starts and uneven trails. Follow guide instructions and bring suitable clothing, footwear, sun and insect protection.

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