Hotels in Lençóis Maranhenses National Park, Brazil
Lençóis Maranhenses National Park is a vast desert of white sand dunes and crystal-clear freshwater lagoons in northeastern Brazil, famous for its surreal landscape that only appears after the rainy season. The climate is hot and humid year-round, with temperatures averaging 86°F (30°C), so the best time to visit is between July and September when the lagoons are full and perfect for swimming or stand-up paddleboarding. During the dry months from October to February, the lagoons vanish but the dunes offer incredible sunset views from the highest peak, Lagoa Azul.