The Most Surreal Desert Landscapes Around The World You Can Actually Visit

16. Lençóis Maranhenses, Brazil – The Desert of Lagoons

At first glance, Lençóis Maranhenses might not even look like a desert—but it is. Located in northeastern Brazil, this stunning landscape is covered in rolling white sand dunes that stretch for miles. What makes it surreal? During the rainy season, thousands of crystal-clear blue and green lagoons form between the dunes, creating a one-of-a-kind desert oasis. You can swim in the warm waters, hike across the dunes, or take an aerial tour to witness the jaw-dropping contrast between the sand and the lagoons. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience that challenges everything you think you know about deserts.