Guided Whale Watching and History Tour from Florianopolis
- 7–8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Embark on an unforgettable journey to the Right Whale Coast with a comfortable transfer from Florianópolis and an expert bilingual guide. In Imbituba, you will discover the calm bays that serve as natural nurseries (berçários) where right whale mothers give birth and nurse their calves. First, visit the Right Whale Conservation Center alongside a local monitor and step back in time at the historic Museu da Baleia, South America's last 18th-century whaling station. Next, visit the Mirante da Praia do Porto for a historical talk connecting the port to the whaling era. Then, enjoy a short hike to the observation deck at Ribanceira Beach. This is our main stop: we will gather on shore to observe the whales in their most important nursery, using our guide’s professional binoculars. Finally, savor a delicious, typical lunch at a charming restaurant by the sea and unwind on the beach before heading back to Florianópolis. Join us to experience this magical marine sanctuary!
Inclusions
What's included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's not
- Lunch
Itinerary
Start the tour in the capital of the State of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis and enjoy a nice road trip to Imbituba
You will tour the historic conservation center alongside our expert tour guide and a dedicated local monitor, diving into the fascinating science and history of Right Whale preservation. Explore engaging indoor exhibits detailing the whales' epic migration from Antarctica, and head to the oceanfront lookouts for a chance to spot mothers and calves resting in the calm bays of Imbituba.
Accompanied by our expert guide and a local museum docent, you will step back in time at the last remaining whaling station in South America. Inside this historic 18th-century building, you will explore authentic artifacts, tools, and bone displays that reveal the grueling history of the whaling era, followed by the inspiring story of community transformation that turned Imbituba into a leading sanctuary for whale conservation.
At this spectacular oceanfront lookout, your expert guide will bring history to life, explaining the strategic role of Imbituba's historic port and its deep connection to the whaling era. As you take in panoramic views of the coast, you will learn how this bustling harbor transformed from a center of whaling commerce into a vital gateway for the region, all while keeping your eyes on the horizon for a chance to spot right whales breaching in the waters below.
To see the Whales in a different angle, we go to Ribenceira Beach. In the observation decks we can once again look for the whales
We finish the tour with a nice and fresh seafood lunch by the sea and by Ibiraque Lagoon
Time to return to Floripa full of great memories and pictures
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Our guides will be easily recognizable in orange shirts and orange hats. They will be waiting for you right in front of the entrance to the National Conservation Center.
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 4 travellers
- Operated by
- The Best of Florianopolis - Guided Tours
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Florianópolis
- Its from-price is 43% above the median of the 96 experiences we list in Florianópolis.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 63 of 96.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Florianópolis
Florianópolis, capital of Santa Catarina, sits mostly on a long island of beaches, lagoons, dunes and old Azorean fishing villages.
Most of the city spreads over Santa Catarina Island, joined to the mainland by bridges, among them the Hercílio Luz suspension bridge, the city's emblem. The old centre has a 19th-century public market, a cathedral on the main square and low colonial houses. Portuguese settlers from the Azores arrived in the 18th century, and their descendants shaped the fishing villages and white churches around the island.
Top-ranked sights in Florianópolis: Hercilio Luz Bridge, Joaquina Beach (Praia da Joaquina), Centro Historico de Florianopolis.
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