Sal Island Full-Day Tour with Native Guide, Lunch & Entry Fees
Overview
Salt flats of Santa Maria and Kite Beach are highlights on this full-day island tour that showcases the unique landscapes and culture of this popular destination. The journey includes visits to various sites, offering a blend of relaxation and adventure.
- 🏖️ Visit Pedra Lume Salt Caldera, where the water is extremely salty, making floating easier than in regular seas or lakes.
- 🌊 Swim in Salt Lake with your group and see some lemon sharks in the sea afterward.
- 🍽️ Lunch at a local restaurant is included during your tour.
- 🚫 Be aware that jumping into the ocean is a local activity seen at Palmeira Pier, where fishermen sell their catch directly on the floor.
- 🌅 Tour stops include Shark Bay, Salinas salt lake, Espargos city, Buracona Blue Eye, Santa Maria, Miragem, Palmeira fisherman village, and Murdeira bay.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Pickup included
- Fresh fish, meat, pasta, and vegetarian meal options
- Photos and videos taken by the guide
- Swimming in the Pedra de Lume salt lake
- Traditional Cape Verdean lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Fees and Taxes
- One drink during lunch
- Entrance fee to Pedra de Lume Salt Lake
- Shark Bay experience
- Entrance fee to Buracona and the Blue Eye
- Child seat available free of charge upon request
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional local guide
- Water shoes in Shark Bay (bring your own or hire them on site for 2 eur)
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Santa MariaStart your adventure in Santa Maria, Sal Island's vibrant coastal town. Discover its colourful streets, lively fishing pier and beautiful beach while your native guide shares the history, culture and traditions that make this the island's most popular destination.
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Visit the famous Kite Beach, one of Cape Verde's top kitesurfing destinations. During the windy season (October to March), the beach comes alive with colourful kites and professional riders. Throughout the rest of the year, it's the perfect place to admire the crystal-clear waters and breathtaking coastal scenery.
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MurdeiraStop at the peaceful Murdeira Bay and admire panoramic views of Monte Leão, one of Sal Island's most iconic landscapes. Learn about the island's volcanic origins while enjoying one of its most scenic viewpoints.
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EspargosExplore Espargos, the island's capital, and discover everyday life beyond the tourist resorts. Drive through local neighbourhoods and gain insight into Cape Verdean culture, traditions and daily life.
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MiragemExperience the famous Terra Boa Mirage, a fascinating natural optical illusion where the desert appears to transform into a shimmering lake. Your guide will explain this unique phenomenon created by the island's climate.
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Buracona - Olho AzulVisit Buracona, home to the famous Blue Eye, one of Sal Island's most spectacular natural attractions. Weather permitting, admire the incredible blue reflection inside the volcanic rock pool and enjoy breathtaking Atlantic Ocean views.
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PalmeiraExplore Palmeira, Sal's traditional fishing village, where colourful boats, friendly locals and a relaxed atmosphere offer an authentic glimpse into island life away from the main tourist areas.
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Ilha do SalEnjoy a delicious traditional Cape Verdean lunch at one of our carefully selected local restaurants. Savour authentic island flavours, experience genuine Cape Verdean hospitality and relax before continuing your journey around Sal Island.
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Walk through the shallow waters of Shark Bay and observe juvenile lemon sharks in their natural habitat. This safe and unforgettable wildlife experience is one of the highlights of visiting Sal Island.
- Discover Pedra de Lume, a historic village built around an extinct volcano. Learn about Sal Island's rich salt mining history and the importance of this unique location in Cape Verde's development. (pass by)
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Pedra Lume Salt CraterFloat in the mineral-rich waters of the Pedra de Lume Salt Lake, located inside the crater of an extinct volcano. Known for its natural buoyancy, this is one of Cape Verde's most unique and unforgettable experiences.
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.