When To Go · Destination Guide
Brazil's protected coral bank and whale season expedition out of Caravelas
When to go
Abrolhos has two headline seasons.
Best overall window
Warmer water 24°C to 27°C, generally better visibility and more comfortable surface intervals.
Outside that window
Start of whale season and windier patterns; crossings can be uncomfortable and cancellations are more common.
Start with the overall answer, then switch only when scuba, freedive, snorkel, or topside timing changes the trip in a meaningful way.
The overall row stays visible so you can compare it against the currently selected scope.
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These do not replace the overall planner. Use them only if a specific animal or event is driving your trip dates.
Humpback whales (breeding and calving season)
Best for Topside, Scuba, Snorkel, Freedive
Jun to Nov
Abrolhos Bank is Brazil's best-known humpback nursery.
Sea turtle nesting and hatchling season
Best for Topside, Snorkel
Sep to Mar
The wider Bahia coast has sea turtle nesting seasons that typically run from spring through summer.
Seabird colonies on the islands
Best for Topside, Snorkel
Year-round
The archipelago is a key seabird habitat.
Built from climate references, access rules, and destination operators. Wildlife timing and route flexibility can shift year to year.