The Itamaraca Peixe Boi Marine mammals institute is dedicated to the recovery and rehabilitation of mannatees, a docile and lovable marine mammal native to most of the Americas. The popular name 'Peixe Boi' literally means 'Bull fish', due to their size of up to half a ton.
They are totally vegetarian and a highly endangered species, with as few as 400 surviving in the wild along the tropical coastline of South-East and North-East Brazil up to the Amazon basin.
Many mannatees are found by the public and conservationists after being injured by fishing and propellers in the estuaries of the region and are brought to the Ecoparque by the environmental agency ICMBio.
It is a fun and educational activity for the whole family and conveniently situated near to the Praia do Forte beach and Forte Orange on the historical Itamaraca island on north-coast from Recife. Great to make for a different and diverse day trip or longer to the region.
Apart from the main attractions, the tanks with the mannatees, there is a cinema showing educational films and a gift shop onsite with lots of fun souvenirs.
Photo credit: Le Roc (CC)
My Guide Recife, an informative and user-friendly online guide, was created for all those interested in the Recife region.
Used daily by travellers, tourists, residents and locals, powered by Local Experts, our site reaches the people who are your potential customers.
Explore one of the best-preserved colonial cities in Brazil on a 5-hour guided tour of Olinda from Recife. See landmark attractions with a guide, including the panoramic lift of the Caixa da Agua no Alto da Sé, the Ricardo Brennard Museum and more.
Sit back and relax with a transfer between hotels on the Harbor of Porto de Galinhas, Muro Alto and Serrambi, Recife, and International Airport Recife. Travel in air-conditioned vehicles with free Wi-Fi, and spacious seats.
Take the stress and uncertainty to get to your hotel, with this easy way out! Enjoy the best transportation from Recife Airport to all Porto de Galinhas and Muro Alto hotels. This is a private service, and makes for an easy way to begin your vacation.
Your arrival in Recife will be convenient and worry-free with this shared airport transfer. A friendly member of staff will meet you at Recife Airport and you’ll soon be on your way to your destination. Both 1-way and round-trip options are available.
Take the worry out of your arrival and pre-book a comfortable and convenient private transfer shuttle from Recife Airport to all Maragogi beach hotels. Save time and money on taxis, and enjoy professional door-to-door service.
Explore one of Recife's most sought-after beaches on this tour. Carneiros Beach captivates tourists from across the country with its natural beauty all year round.
Pick up and drop off in your Hotel destination Instituto Ricardo Brennand Museum.
Explore some of the first areas of Brazil to be settled by the Portuguese on a full-day tour of colonial Recife and Olinda, home to Brazil's most popular Carnival. Also visit harmonious churches.
-It combines all the attributes of a paradise beach: coconut trees, clear sand and transparent green sea. -Enjoy the day on an incredible beach. -Photograph the diversity of fish shoals
My Guide Recife is part of the global My Guide Network of Online & Mobile travel guides.
We are now in 180+ Destinations and Growing. If you are interested in becoming a local travel partner and would like to find out more then click for more info about our Website Business Opportunity.
Filter Events by Sub-Category
Please select a Date first.
