Meet Jean and Mailys, a French father and daughter who dove into the beauty of the crystal-clear seas of Fernando de Noronha.
Some trips are taken to see the world, while others are meant to reconnect with those we love. For Jean Laprevotte (60), a Frenchman who has called São Paulo home for just over two years, the journey to Fernando de Noronha was the perfect chance to cross an iconic destination off his Brazil bucket list.
But his motivation went beyond simple tourism. In early 2026, he and his daughter, Mailys (26), embarked on this adventure to celebrate a major milestone: earning her degree in Marine Biology.
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To turn this celebration into a deep and authentic experience, Jean relied on the assistance of PlanetaEXO, an ecotourism platform specializing in trips to Fernando de Noronha, bridging the gap between the family’s wishes and the magic of the archipelago.
The Magic of a Wild Island
Upon arriving in Noronha, what first captivated Jean was the impressive state of preservation. “It is a place of wild beauty, very well preserved. What I found most incredible is that there are no buildings on the beachfront; it is nature that truly speaks there.“
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Unlike other destinations, the scenery in Fernando de Noronha is dictated by the horizon. Without the distractions of the typical busy city routine, Jean and Mailys could dedicate themselves to what truly mattered: walking the trails and observing the local wildlife—from curious crabs to majestic birds crossing the clear, sunny sky.
Diving Into Mailys’ World
Given Mailys’ specialization in Marine Biology and her focus on corals and reef fish, the father-daughter dynamic was reversed underwater. It was she who guided Jean through the rich biological diversity of the islands of Noronha.
“For my daughter, who has already gone diving in Barbados, the Dominican Republic, and the Seychelles, Noronha was one of the most interesting places she has ever seen,” notes Jean.
Together, they explored the deep blue and encountered sharks, turtles, rays, and octopuses. For the father, seeing his daughter’s passion up close was the greatest gift. “The experience allowed for a shared journey and was very positive and relevant to my daughter’s profession. It was a moment of mutual discovery.“
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- Photo: Julia Morales
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- Photo: Julia Morales
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Connections That Transcend Tourism
The most striking element was not just what they saw, but how they lived those moments. One of the highlights was the direct contact with local conservation efforts.
“Seeing my daughter talking and exchanging experiences with a biologist working on dolphin observation was something very special. It brought professional and human meaning to the trip,” said Jean, impressed by the receptivity of the island’s professionals and the knowledge exchange they had with Mailys.
He returned to São Paulo with a positive perception of the preservation model adopted in Fernando de Noronha. “They take conservation seriously, limiting plastic and protecting species. It is an example that stays with you.”
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The Legacy of the Experience
More than just a diving trip, Jean and Mailys’ journey was an opportunity to celebrate achievements and strengthen bonds.
Through PlanetaEXO’s curation, they returned home with renewed spirits and the certainty that the ocean will always be the place where they reunite—a perfect frame for a father’s pride and a marine biologist’s bright curiosity against the backdrop of the vast ocean.
