Things To Do
in Capistrano

Capture daily life, colonial-style architecture and festival moments centered around the church and plaza—especially photogenic at golden hour.

Lookouts in the surrounding hills offer sweeping views of valleys, cloud layers and patchwork farmland—excellent for landscape shots and sunrise/sunset.

Plantation rows, farm workers, processing sites and rustic farmhouses provide authentic rural scenes and close-up agricultural details.

Markets and festas (religious celebrations and festas juninas) are lively subjects for colorful photography of food, dance, costumes and community life.

Salt-cured beef pan-fried or roasted and served with boiled or fried cassava (macaxeira); commonly found in local restaurants and family eateries.

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A classic rice-and-beans dish often prepared with queijo coalho (local cheese) and sometimes dried meat; hearty and widely available in local homes and restaurants.

Breakfast staples: tapioca crepes filled with cheese or sweet fillings, and steamed corn cuscuz served with butter, cheese or shredded coconut.

Sugarcane-based sweets, corn cakes and other traditional desserts sold at markets and by street vendors or local bakeries.

Small town market stalls with fresh vegetables, cheeses, local coffee, sweets and ready-to-eat snacks; great for tasting regional products and chatting with producers.

Look for vendors serving tapioca, pastel, salgadinhos and fresh juice near the plaza—ideal for a quick, affordable snack.

People greet with a handshake in formal situations and one or two cheek kisses among friends and acquaintances; using polite forms such as senhor/senhora shows respect for elders.

Casual dress is common, but modest attire is appropriate for churches and religious events. Remove hats inside churches and be respectful during services and processions.

Accept invitations politely; bringing a small gift (sweets, coffee or pastries) is appreciated when visiting a family home. Conversation often includes friendly curiosity—show interest in local life and traditions.

Ask permission before photographing people, especially at private homes or during religious ceremonies; many locals are happy to be photographed if asked politely.

A 10% service charge is common in restaurants; if not added, leaving 5–10% is appreciated. Small tips (loose change or rounding up) are customary for porters, taxi drivers and guides. For informal vendors and market sellers tipping is not expected but a small gesture of thanks is welcome.

Brazilian currency is the real (BRL). Credit and debit cards are accepted in many establishments, though small-town shops, markets and street vendors often prefer cash. ATMs may be limited—withdraw enough cash in larger towns or at Fortaleza before heading into rural areas.

Brazilian summer (roughly December–February) can be warm and humid; in the Serra de Baturité the heat is milder than on the coast but expect occasional heavy showers and lush vegetation. Plan for sun protection and a light rain jacket.

The wet season (roughly February–May/June) brings frequent rains that feed waterfalls, green the hills and refresh the landscape—ideal for nature photography but some trails may be slippery.

The drier months (mid-year into spring, roughly July–November) offer more reliable hiking weather, clearer skies and cooler nights—good for outdoor activities and visiting neighboring towns without heavy rainfall.

June (Festas Juninas) and religious feast days are lively with music, food and community events; book accommodations early if you want to attend local celebrations.

Main international airport serving Ceará and the easiest air gateway; located in Fortaleza roughly 70–100 km from Capistrano depending on route. From the airport you can rent a car, take an intercity bus or arrange a private transfer to reach the Serra de Baturité region.

Smaller regional airport serving the Jericoacoara area; flights are limited and it is farther away but can be an option if combining a trip to coastal attractions. Transfers to Capistrano are longer and typically require additional ground travel.