Jericoacoara's sunset is one of the most famous in Brazil, and one of the few places in the country where you can watch the sun set over the sea. The classic spot is the Sunset Dune (Duna do Pôr do Sol), next to the village. By buggy or ATV you reach quieter viewpoints and stop at a lagoon for a late-afternoon swim.
Because Jeri is close to the Equator, the time barely changes through the year: the earliest sunset is in late October and early November, around 5:30 pm, and the latest is in February, around 6 pm.
Sunset time in Jericoacoara, month by month
| Month | 1st | 15th |
|---|---|---|
| January | 17:53 | 17:59 |
| February | 18:02 | 18:02 |
| March | 18:00 | 17:55 |
| April | 17:49 | 17:44 |
| May | 17:39 | 17:38 |
| June | 17:39 | 17:41 |
| July | 17:44 | 17:47 |
| August | 17:48 | 17:47 |
| September | 17:44 | 17:40 |
| October | 17:35 | 17:33 |
| November | 17:32 | 17:34 |
| December | 17:39 | 17:46 |
Times calculated for the Sunset Dune (local time, UTC−3). Clouds on the horizon can hide the sun a few minutes earlier.
Compare the options
| Option | Group | Duration | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Tour · Buggy | Up to 4 people | 2 hours | R$220per group | View → |
| Sunset Tour · ATV | Up to 2 people | 2 hours | R$220per group | View → |
Which one to choose?
- Sunset Tour by buggy: up to 4 people, about 2 hours, R$220 per buggy.
- Sunset Tour by ATV: up to 2 people, with a guide on a motorbike ahead, R$220.
- Full day ending at sunset: the Far East tour ends at Barrinha Beach, and on private tours you can arrange to return after sunset.
Best time to go
From June to September you are more likely to find the lagoon on the way full for a late-afternoon swim. Any time of year, arrive at least 30 minutes early for a good spot.
Tourism fee
To enter Jericoacoara you pay the Sustainable Tourism Fee (TTS): R$41.50 per person, valid for up to 10 days. You can pay online on the city website or in person in Jijoca or at the village entrance. Paying ahead avoids queues on holidays and in high season. Exemptions set by the city (such as children up to 12, people over 60 and people with disabilities) require an ID document.