Duna do Pôr do Sol (Sunset Dune)

Jericoacoara, Brazil

A large sand dune west of the village where the sun sets directly into the sea, one of the few such spots in Brazil.

Places in Duna do Pôr do Sol (Sunset Dune)

Lagoon-view restaurants Restaurants near lagoon attractions like Lagoa Azul and Lagoa do Paraíso.
Hammock lagoon cafés Cafés near hammocks over the lagoons, a signature Jericoacoara relaxation spot.
Sunset Dune viewing bar A bar near the dune where the sun sets directly into the sea, a signature Jericoacoara evening ritual.

Best time to visit: July to January for the strongest, steadiest kitesurfing winds, though the destination works year-round.
Getting around: Jericoacoara is car-free with sand-covered streets and no street lights; the village and its dunes, lagoons, and beaches are explored on foot, by bike, or by 4x4 for more distant attractions like Tatajuba.
Currency: Brazilian Real (R$)
Language: Portuguese. English is limited outside tourism.
Timezone: BRT (UTC-3)
Current trends: Jericoacoara's car-free, sand-street village identity continues to anchor its appeal as a world-class kitesurfing destination, with strong July-to-January winds drawing kiters of all levels to schools and rental operations, while the Duna do Pôr do Sol's direct sea sunset and lagoon attractions like Lagoa Azul and Lagoa do Paraíso sustain the village's reputation beyond just wind sports.

Jericoacoara village centre — A small fishing village tucked away in a nature reserve surrounded by dunes, with sand-covered streets and no vehicles.
Preá Beach kitesurfing district — One of the most popular beaches in the region for kitesurfing, with strong, steady winds.