Island for sale in Humberto de Campos, Maranhão

Overview: A unique investment opportunity: a 3,500-hectare private island with freehold ownership, located in Humberto de Campos, State of Maranhao, Brazil. Situated a few kilometers from the renowned Lencois Maranhenses National Park a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Brazil's fourth most popular tourist destination this property offers exceptional potential for developing a sustainable eco-resort. Property Description: The property comprises a large island and a smaller islet, with a combined area of 35 km². The island is adjacent to Carrapatal, a fishing village on the west coast of Maranhao. Key Features: Land Area: 3,500 hectares, including 1,000 hectares of dry, usable land. Ecosystems: The island boasts diverse natural environments, including a lagoon, pristine beaches, mangroves, saltwater marshes, and protected preservation areas. Accessibility: Easily reachable by land or sea, with some proximity to urban centers and airports, facilitating tourist transportation and logistical support for resort development. Sustainability: Significant potential for sustainable eco-tourism, responding to the growing global demand for environmentally conscious travel destinations. Legal and Investment Information: Freehold Property: The property comes with full ownership rights and there are no restrictions on transfer or further registration, ensuring legal security for investors. No Overlapping Claims: There are no registered overlapping areas on the island. Tourism Projects: Once approved, investors can contribute to the island's conservation by promoting sustainable tourism and protecting its natural resources for future generations. Natural Features: Dry Land: 1,000 hectares available for constructing eco-resort infrastructure. Lagoon: An 800m x 110m lagoon hosting various fish species, including Haddock, Sea Bass, Mullet, Tarpon, Sea Bream, and freshwater shrimp ideal for sustainable recreational fishing. Turtles are also present. Mangroves: Saltwater mixed with freshwater ecosystems, historically used for salt extraction. Preservation Areas: Unspoiled nature trails with Pau D'Arco wood trees and a variety of bird species, such as parrots. These areas have remained untouched since Brazil's discovery in 1500. Existing Infrastructure: Piers: Two piers, including one with wooden handrails. Residences: Two small brick houses equipped with diesel engines for electricity. Fishing Facilities: One small shack, used by family members for fishing trips, with one shack powered by a solar panel. Water Supply: Two artesian wells. Access and Transportation: By Plane: oDirect flights from Lisbon (Portugal) or Paris (France) to Fortaleza (Brazil). oConnecting flights from Fortaleza to Sao Luis. By Car: oSao Luis to Humberto de Campos. By Boat: oHumberto de Campos to the island. Proximity: oApproximately 1 hour and 28 minutes (110 km) by car from Humberto de Campos to Lencois Maranhenses National Park. For further details or to schedule a visit, contact us.

Additional Property Information:
• External size: 35,000,000 m²
• Size: 35,000,000 m²
• Reference: G-569