Whale Watching – Whale watching from land

4.9
(24 reviews)
Florianopolis, Brazil

3 to 4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Portuguese and 2 more

In this adventure, an experienced guide will help you explore the fauna and flora of our beautiful region as we search for the whale sightings that have been occurring along the coast in recent days. You’ll learn about the reasons behind these giants’ journey to our peaceful shores and may have the chance to spot these lovely whales with their adorable giant calves!

To make the experience even richer, the guide will share fascinating historical insights about our coastline. Possibly passing by ancient remnants of the Sambaqui peoples, as well as old whale-oil structures and indigenous watercraft, such as the traditional “canoa de um pau só” (dugout canoe).

What's Included

Binoculars for Whale Watching
Air-conditioned vehicle
Whale Watching Guarantee

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick you up at any point between Garopaba and Imbituba. You will be contacted one day before the tour, by 6:00 p.m., with more details.

OR
Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 to 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    On the day of the tour, we’ll know where the whales are and head out to meet them — whether in Imbituba, Garopaba, or Laguna!

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2

    During the experience, besides finding the whales, we’ll also explore the history of the old whaling stations and may even spot a traditional Canoa Baleeira — once used for whale hunting and now part of artisanal fishing traditions. This canoe can be found in Garopaba, Laguna, or Imbituba, depending on where the whales are.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    We’ll also uncover stories of the Indigenous Peoples of our region, possibly observing ancient Sambaqui burial sites and even the largest Indigenous artifact still in use today — the Canoa de um Pau Só (dugout canoe). These sightings may also occur in Laguna, Imbituba, or Garopaba, depending on where the whales are.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Ao Sul Natural

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Safaris
Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Rating

4.9 Based on 24 24 reviews
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