One
of the most beautiful beaches in Brazil, Rosa beach is the breeding ground
of the Southern Right Whales. Praia do Rosa, as it is locally called. It
is situated 81 km from Florianópolis, one of the most
popular destinations for ecotourism and beaches in Brazil. The average temperature in July is 20 C,
although cold days with chilly winds should be expected due to incoming
cold fronts. The average rainfall during winter is the lowest of the whole year,
bellow 90mm. The water is cold in the winter but the area is immensely beautiful and
offers excellent accommodation and nature related activities such as
surfing, horse riding, hiking and whale watching.
The
Southern Right Whales are found in Southern Brazil from July to November when they migrate to warmer waters in winter for breeding and
return to polar regions in the summer.
Extensively hunted in
the past for oil and meat, they are now protected by federal laws and a
recuperation program is undergoing.
The whales are easily
recognized by its callosities on the head and V shaped blow. They measure
between 14 - 17 meters and weight around 40-80 tones.
The
whalewatching trips are done with a 9 meters boat equipped with life
saving jackets, emergency inflatable boat and radio. It lasts about 3
hours and has land support, to spot the whales, and English speaking guide
biologist explanations.
The Vida Sol e Mar Inn will
provide charming and comfortable accommodation while you are visiting the
whales. Situated in a hill top The Inn offers swimming pool, bar and
restaurant. It is also possible to spot the whales from there.
Rooms are equipped with
spa, fully equipped kitchen, fireplace, balcony, telephone, TV and safe.
The Inn is the base for
the Southern Right Whale Institute.
The
Southern Right Whales are found in Southern Brazil from July to November when they migrate to warmer waters in winter for breeding and
return to polar regions in the summer.
The Vida Sol e Mar Inn will
provide charming and comfortable accommodation while you are visiting the
whales. Situated in a hill top The Inn offers swimming pool, bar and
restaurant. It is also possible to spot the whales from there.
