Excursions,Cultural & Social Activities Excursions,Cultural & Social Activities Excursions are on the weekends, once every two weeks, in and around the cities of Maceio and Sao Paulo. These excursions are organized and led by subject-matter experts or the local staff and include both cultural and environmental attractions. For example a visit to the beaches, such as Praia de Pajucara, Maceio's main attraction, with jangadas (small sailing boats) that take visitors to the picinas naturais (tidal pools).