João is, even if not always present himself, always there for you if you need help. He will supply you with super cool spots to visit along the road and will try everything he possibly can, to make your trip as enjoyable as possible. If problems occur, he will try to solve them for you even if he sits ontop of some mountain.
The Baleia is an experience worth making. It is an old van, that is very well built and equipped. Driving it will be like you have never been driving before, but once you get used to will really make you slow down. It is an eyecatcher for sure. Though be aware that you drive a 40 year old car. Things might break, but João will always take care of you if need be.