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In July Southern Right Whales (Franca Whales) will be back, make time to see this spectacle!

Eco Resort Vida Sol e Mar is also the headquarters of Instituto Baleia Franca (Southern Right Whales Institute). Five percent of whale watching tour sales is donated to the Institute to fund research projects; thus by choosing to go on these tours you will be helping in protecting these setaceous.

Check out the package we have prepared for you to learn about our most prestigious guest, the Southern Right Whale.

Three days including biologist lectures, tours and, needless to say, watching of theses mammals that during this time of the year migrate to our beaches to breed and take care of their offspring.


Tour hours

1st departure: 8 am from Garopaba. Grace period: 5 minutes.

2nd departure: Approximately 11 am. Conditions to be confirmed.


Duration

This tour lasts, at least, one hour and a half. Subject to the location of the whales, weather/sea conditions and boarding conditions.


Throwing things overboard is not allowed, because the Whales are in their natural habitat.

Whales are to be observed and therefore visitors should not attract their attention as not to bother them

The travel agency will provide lifejackets and special water-proof clothing.

This tour is subject to favorable weather conditions.

Minors under the age of six may not go on this tour.


Tours are subject to weather and tidal conditions.

Tour shall only depart with a minimum of six people.

Tour prices:

Monday through Friday = R$ 90.00 per person
Saturdays and Sundays = R$ 140.00 per person