Whale watching - Abrolhos 5 days

Humpback Whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) © Bruno Maia

On the south coast of Bahia, about 70 km in the offing, there is an area constituted by coral reefs, volcanic islands, mangroves and tide channel’s, the Abrolhos Area, where the first Brazilian Marine National Park is situated. The Park covers approximately 266 square nautical miles (91.300 ha). The sea turtles known as green (Chelonia mydas) and cabeçuda (Caretta caretta) come for nesting on the beaches of the archipelago. From June to November the Humpback whales come to give birth to their young.

Program Summary

DAY 1 Caravelas
Afternoon arrive in Caravelas and accommodation at the hotel.
Evening at leisure. Overnight.

DAY 2 Caravelas - Abrolhos
After breakfast, transfer to the Caravelas pier to embark on a schooner for a 7-hour cruising to Abrolhos. Lunch on board. Whale watching upon arriving in Abrolhos. Dinner and overnight on board. (B,L,D)

DAY 3 Abrolhos
After breakfast, visit the archipelago’s islands. Return to the schooner for lunch. Afternoon diving activities. Dinner and overnight on board. (B,L,D)

DAY 4 Abrolhos - Caravelas
Early morning diving activities followed by cruise back to Caravelas with opportunity for whale watching. Afternoon arrive in Caravelas and transfer to hotel for farewell dinner and overnight. (B, D)

DAY 5 Caravelas
After breakfast, depart for next destination. (B)

General Information

Capacity:	Minimum of 04 and maximum of 15 travelers
Level:	Easy to Moderate Program
Guide Language:	English. Other idioms upon request
Included:	Continent-archipelago schooner crossing. Overnights with full board. Basic diving material. Hike on the island. Bilingual guide
Not Included:	Air tickets, beverages, insurance
Personal Gear:	Swimming suit, T-shirts, long sleeved shirt, shorts, sneakers, sunscreen
Optional Gear:	Binoculars, cameras, films, flashlight, penknife, small backpack
Note:	Route and timetable subject to change according to weather conditions. The whale period is between July and November