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Labyrinth
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Day trip · Beberibe

Morro Branco and Praia das Fontes

Coloured cliffs, a labyrinth in the sandstone and water running out of the rocks, about 88 km from Fortaleza.

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TownBeberibe
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From FortalezaAbout 88 km east
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Travel timeAbout 1.5 hours via the CE-040
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Known forCliffs and labyrinth

About Morro Branco and Praia das Fontes

Cliffs, a labyrinth and springs

Morro Branco is in Beberibe, about 88 km east of Fortaleza. The beach is known for its cliffs (falésias) and rock formations in many colours. Erosion has carved a labyrinth you can walk through. Less than 10 minutes away is Praia das Fontes, full of natural springs: you can see water coming out of the cliffs.

✅ Good for

Walking through the labyrinth
Souvenirs made of coloured sand
A buggy ride along both beaches
A full day away from the city

⚠️ Less good for

A short outing: plan a whole day
Staying in the city

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Tip: you can walk to the labyrinth from the barracas on the main beach, or go by buggy.

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Experiences

Things to do at Morro Branco

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The labyrinth

A maze of narrow passages carved by erosion of the cliffs. On foot from the beach or by buggy.

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Coloured sand souvenirs

Local craftspeople make souvenirs from the coloured sand of the cliffs.

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Praia das Fontes

Springs that run out of the cliffs, and the Gruta da Mãe D’Água, a small cave often included in buggy tours.

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Barra Nova

Where the Rio Choró meets the sea, with food stalls.

Good to know

Practical tips

The water at Morro Branco is calm. The cliffs and the labyrinth need a bit of care.

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Calm water

The long beach of Morro Branco has very calm water.

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Buggy ride

Buggy tours leave from the barracas and pass the cliffs and the labyrinth.

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Driving yourself

Via the CE-040, through Eusébio, Aquiraz and Cascavel. About 1.5 hours.

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Organised day trip

Departure around 7:00, back around 16:00 (August 2024).

Location

How to get there

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🚗 By car: Via the CE-040, through Eusébio, Aquiraz and Cascavel. About 88 km and 1.5 hours.
🚌 Day trip: Organised tours leave around 7:00 and are back around 16:00.
📍 Praia das Fontes: Less than 10 minutes from Morro Branco.

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Frequently asked questions

Questions about Morro Branco

How far is Morro Branco from Fortaleza?

About 88 km to the east, in Beberibe. By car via the CE-040 it takes about 1.5 hours.

What is the difference between Morro Branco and Praia das Fontes?

Morro Branco is known for the coloured cliffs and the labyrinth. Praia das Fontes is less than 10 minutes away and known for the springs that run out of the cliffs and the Gruta da Mãe D’Água.

Can you visit the labyrinth without a buggy?

Yes. You can walk there from the barracas on the main beach. Buggies also run along the cliffs and the labyrinth.

Sources: Diário do Nordeste (2024): Três praias fora de Fortaleza · Melhores Destinos: Praia de Morro Branco · O POVO (2026): Morro Branco

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