Audio Guide of Tree Sloth

Tree Sloth is a natural attraction. It does not have fixed opening hours like a museum, since it is located in a public area of the dunes. It is generally accessible during the day. To get there from Jericoacoara, the most common option is to book a buggy or 4x4 tour that includes a stop at this tree, as it is on the way to other attractions such as Paradise Lagoon or Blue Lagoon. Most tours start in the morning and return in the afternoon.

Visiting Tree Sloth itself is free. There is no ticket booth, and no specific admission fee is charged to see it. However, if you choose to go as part of a tour, which is the most recommended way to reach it, the tour price will include transportation and stops at several attractions, including Tree Sloth. Tour prices vary depending on the operator and the duration. We recommend asking at your guesthouse or local agencies when you arrive in Jericoacoara.

A visit to Tree Sloth is indeed usually brief, ideal for a quick photo stop. Most tours allow between 10 and 20 minutes so visitors can get out, take creative pictures with the tree in its unusual position, and enjoy the surrounding landscape. It is not a place to spend hours, but rather for a unique photo experience.

Tree Sloth is known for its horizontal shape, almost as if it were crawling across the sand. Its unusual form is due to the constant action of the region’s strong winds, which blow continuously and shape its growth parallel to the ground. It is a testament to the power of nature and to how plant life adapts to extreme conditions, giving it its own charm and natural story.

The best time to visit Tree Sloth and take photographs is during soft light hours, either early in the morning or in mid-afternoon, when the sun is not directly overhead and the shadows are longer and more dramatic. During the dry season, from July to December, the weather is more stable and sunny, ideal for tours. However, at any time of year, the colors of the sand and sky are striking. Avoid the middle of the day so the sunlight is not too harsh and does not create hard shadows.

Unfortunately, access to Tree Sloth can be difficult for people with reduced mobility or wheelchair users. It is located in a dune area, and to reach the tree from where buggies or vehicles usually park, you need to walk a few meters over soft sand, which can make movement difficult. Buggy tours are not adapted for wheelchairs. The best option would be to ask the tour operator whether they can offer any solution or alternative.

A visit to Tree Sloth is part of the typical eastern route of Jericoacoara. Very close by, you can find attractions such as the famous Paradise Lagoon or Blue Lagoon, both known for their crystal-clear waters, hammocks in the water for relaxing, and beach bars. Many tours also include stops at Holed Rock, if you take the western route, or at scenic viewpoints in the dunes.

To make the most of your visit, I recommend bringing sunscreen, a hat or cap, and sunglasses, since you will be exposed to the sun and sand. Keep your camera ready for photos, and do not hesitate to get creative with angles. If you are going as part of a tour, coordinate with your guide to make sure you have enough time for your pictures. And remember: respect the natural environment and do not leave any trash behind.