Ararangua - Tubarao – 62 km
Being rice harvest time in the South of Brazil, farmers were feverishly bringing in
the crop. Flocks of birds were hanging about, waiting for an easy meal. The day
turned out a grind into a gusty breeze and, being slightly hilly, I called it a day at
Tubarao.
As Tubarao was a sizable town, finding lodging was effortless and a conveniently
located supermarket provided ingredients which became a massive potato salad.
Tubarao – Imbituba – 55 km
Breakfast was included in the room rate - a good thing, as once on the road, a
strong headwind made us work hard up the hills. At least the new road was
completed along that stretch, making cycling more comfortable. It was, however,
heads down, grinding into the wind for the best part of the morning. The beach and
harbour town of Imbituba came as a welcome surprise, as it sported a decent
sheltered campsite, Wi-Fi, and a lovely lawn.
The relentless wind never abated, not even at night, and we stayed an extra day,
which was perfect for doing laundry, restocking our dwindling food supply, oiling our
bikes and airing the sleeping bags.