Julia M.
Highlighted the respect for marine wildlife, the comfort of the boat and the team’s attention throughout the experience.
Private
Boat Rentals
Choose your boat and discover secluded beaches in Ilhabela with freedom and privacy.
View boats →Our experiences
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Choose an experience and see all available options.
North or South
Shared Tours
Discover idyllic beaches on a comfortable and convenient shared experience.
View itineraries →2027 Season • May to August
Whale Watching 2027
Meet the giants of the ocean on a guided experience committed to responsible tourism.
Discover the experience →Expedition
Visit Alcatrazes
Sail to one of the most remarkable marine sanctuaries on the Brazilian coast.
Discover Alcatrazes →ALLOCEAN • Wear the ocean
Scalea Store
Clothing and products inspired by marine life, created from Scalea's connection with the ocean.
Visit the store →Expedition • August and September 2027
Abrolhos Expedition
Four days and four nights in the heart of Bahia's humpback whale season, with an exclusive group of only 14 people.
Discover the expedition →Explore beyond the tour
Ilhabela Guides
Beaches, whales, Alcatrazes, history and practical tips to better understand the island — content prepared by Scalea for travelers who want to know the destination before boarding.
About Scalea
The sea is where our story happens.
Scalea was born in Ilhabela to create experiences that bring people closer to the ocean — from private days between beaches to encounters with whales and other marine wildlife.
At Scalea, Gabriel Lisboa combines nautical operations, marine wildlife photography and a daily connection with the sea. The idea is simple: attentive service, safety and experiences tailored to each guest.
IlhabelaNautical experiencesMarine lifeResponsible tourism
Explore Ilhabela by sea
North or South: two sides, dozens of possibilities.
See how the itineraries are distributed around the island. Direction and stops may vary according to sea conditions and the selected experience.
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Marília Gabriela
Praised the attentive and caring team and described the sighting as a true show of nature.
Fabricio Storck
Emphasized the team’s commitment to the animals and the knowledge shared by the biologist during the tour.
Valéria Prado
Said the experience exceeded expectations, with learning about whales and moving encounters with marine wildlife.
luz
Reported sightings of whales, dolphins and birds, while highlighting the team’s kindness and educational content.
Wander F.
Highlighted the service, team structure and excitement of the sightings, enthusiastically recommending the experience.
Paula N. Guedes
Praised the talk, the comfort and cleanliness of the boat, and the crew’s attention throughout the tour.
Brena I
Highlighted safety, organization and respect for responsible whale-watching guidelines.
Beatriz R
Highlighted breakfast, the biologist’s talk, the comfort of the boat and the excitement of the sightings.
LucasS M
Said the family was very warmly welcomed and praised the guide, the boat and the sightings during the tour.
Fernanda P
Especially praised the respect for the animals and said the experience was so good that they decided to return.
Gaivotatours
Highlighted the care for nature and described the encounter with whales as an unforgettable experience.
Camilla C
Highlighted responsibility, safety, professionalism and the quality of the explanations from the team and biologists.
Fer Fassina
Praised the Humpback Immersion experience, the boat comfort, the biologists and, above all, the respect for the animals’ limits.
Ana Lúcia C
A returning guest who said they come back every year and notice continuous improvement in the experience offered by Scalea.