Salem, OR - Tofino Expeditions, a tour company that offers worldwide sea kayaking trips, was recently recognized in National Geographic Traveler’s annual “Tours of a Lifetime” issue for their innovative sea kayaking adventure in Costa Verde, Brazil. The May 2012 issue of the magazine features “50 Tours of a Lifetime” from tour operators from around the world. Tofino Expeditions’ Brazil Sea Kayaking Adventure was named one of South America’s best tours as part of the Tours of a Lifetime feature. The text below includes the accolade from National Geographic Traveler’s May 2012 issue:
Tours of a Lifetime: May 2012
Brazil: Paddling the Green Coast
Sheltered from open seas by Ilha Grande, or “big island,” and fringed with sandy beaches and fishing villages, the swath of coastal rain forest Brazilians call Costa Verde is a sea kayaker’s dream. Launch from the colonial city of Paraty, a UNESCO World Heritage site, after joining the festa in Rio with a classic churrascaria (Brazilian barbecue) and more. Tofino Expeditions: “Sea Kayaking the Costa Verde,” 10 days; $4,190.