If you’ve always dreamed of seeing a whale swimming along the coast up close, this is your chance! Nature puts on a real show off the coast of São Paulo, and those who are there during the months of the whale watching season can witness one of the ocean’s most exciting phenomena: the migration of the humpbacks. With their acrobatic leaps and enigmatic songs, they enchant those who have the privilege of seeing them live.
When is the whale season on the São Paulo coast?
Are you interested in seeing these ocean giants with your own eyes? The whale season takes place between May and August, with the peak being between June and July. During this period the humpbacks migrate from Antarctica to the São Paulo coast.
Humpback whales and their great leaps may be the stars of this tourist attraction, but they are not the only animals that visitors see during the experience. If you’re lucky, you may also see Bryde’s whales, dolphins, porpoises, orcas and even giant rays.
Where to see whales in São Paulo?
The best beaches for spotting these marine animals are on the north coast, especially Ilhabela, São Sebastião, Ubatuba, Bertioga and Caraguatatuba. During the season, the tours are usually daily, so all you need to do is hire a reliable tour operator in the region and get on board.
Finally, remember to check that you have hired an authorized boat. It is essential that some rules are followed on this ecotourism attraction, such as: keeping 100 meters away from the animals, with the engine in neutral, and a maximum time of 30 minutes. It is also forbidden to swim or dive with the whales.
