BEST VALUE small group island tour w/SHARK experience & salt lake
Overview
Our local and certified guide will take you on the most amazing visit to the island of Sal. More then the touristic points you will see also how the locals live, work, eat and get insight on tales and carachters of the island. Our certified guide will surprise you with his knowledge about the history of Cape Verde and Santa Maria, the tails from popular believe and insight about the future of this esquisite island. The tour includes Shark Bay where you can see the shark lemons in their natural environment. and the thermal volcanic waters of Pedra De Lume Salinas - one of Cape Verde seven wonders and UNESCO listed heritage.The tour starts at 9am.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Hotel pick up and Drop off
- Native and certified Guide
- Observe sharks in their natural environment; float in the salt pans and swim at natural pool
- Liability insurance
- Baby and toddler Seat
- Entry/Admission - Shark Bay
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Ilha do Sal, Ilha do Sal
Sal (Portuguese for "salt") is an island in Cape Verde. Sal is a tourist destination with white sandy beaches and over 350 days of sunshine a year. It is one of the three sandy eastern islands of the 10 island Republic of Cabo Verde in the central Atlantic Ocean, 350 miles off the west coast of Africa. Cabo Verde is known for excellent year-round kiteboarding, for the large reserve of Caretta Turtles which hatch July - September, and for its multi-cultural heritage and beautiful music.
Pass By: Santa Maria, Santa Maria, Ilha do Sal
We will drive you through the back streets of Santa Maria whilste sharing the history of this city that has transformed from a village which exploited salt to the biggest tourist city in Cape Verd. You will have a perception of town and local living outside of the main commercial streets and coastal area of the city.
Stop At: Murdeira, Murdeira, Ilha do Sal
Natural reserve of the bay of the murdeira, which has great diversity of corals and fish, and we can enjoy the beautiful view of the lion mountain.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Palmeira, Palmeira, Ilha do Sal
Palmeira one of twhere the commercial port of the island is located is the most pituresque fishing village of the island where you can stroll around the narrow and colourful streets full of colonial houses and observe the simple pace of living. We willsee the arrivals of the craft boats and see all the activity around the preparation and sale of fish.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Buracona - Olho Azul, Sandstrasse von Palmeira Richtung Norden, Ilha do Sal Cape Verde
The blue eye coral and Buracona landscape is one of the seven wonders of Cape Verde. Not only you will be able to observe the spetacular blue of the coral when the sun shines above the cave but also enjoy the natural pool where you can swim in a spetacular setting surrounded by vulcanic formations. If the ocean allows we will show you the hidden lovers cave , a hidden gem that not many tourists know. You will also have the time to explore the area, namely observing the interesting Sal Island 3d map made of sand, observe the display of the archipelague made with broken shells and stroll around the geological museum.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Terra Boa, Espargos, Ilha do Sal Cape Verde
From Buracona, you will marvel with the mirage on your way to the population of Terra Boa. The mirage an optical illusion caused by atmospheric conditions, especially the appearance of a sheet of water in this desertic part of the island, is one of the most interesting experiences of the tour. Our guide will help you to take criative pictures, show you the little souvenir shop where you can see and buy souvenirs made in the spot by the local artisan, whilste tasting local liquers.
Further on our way to Espargos we will drive through Terra Boa, a population with less then 200 people which is one of the less developed of Sal. We will give you the option to speak to the ONGs that work with the families in need and also dispose of any donations you may have.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Espargos, Espargos, Ilha do Sal
Located near both the airport and the ferry dock, Espargos – the island's capital – is a small, dusty workaday town that feels more like the real Cabo Verde than touristy Santa Maria. Its shady main square, the new market, low-key bars and laidback street life give Espargos some charme and make the city the best place to try some Creole Cooking or catch some genuine traditional music as well as understanding the cape verdean life style . Further to lunch we will also get to Monte Curral the highest point in town (109 meters) where you will have an amazing aerial view of the town, airport and coastal areas close by.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Shark Bay, Santa Maria, Ilha do Sal Cape Verde
See lemmon sharks in their natural environment
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Pedra de Lume, Pedra de Lume, Ilha do Sal
Pedra de Lume is the birth place of the island and the doorway to Salinas ( salt evaporation ponds). You will stroll around the small pier and the old factory and ship recks before heading to the lake situated in the crater of an extinct volcano, where the waters rise from deep in the earth rather than from lateral infiltration from the ocean. In Salinas you will have time to float in medicinal thermal waters and take a mud bath as well as enjoy the quiteness and imponence of this piece of nature that marvels everyone that visits it.
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Ilha do Sal, Ilha do Sal
Sal (Portuguese for "salt") is an island in Cape Verde. Sal is a tourist destination with white sandy beaches and over 350 days of sunshine a year. It is one of the three sandy eastern islands of the 10 island Republic of Cabo Verde in the central Atlantic Ocean, 350 miles off the west coast of Africa. Cabo Verde is known for excellent year-round kiteboarding, for the large reserve of Caretta Turtles which hatch July - September, and for its multi-cultural heritage and beautiful music.
Pass By: Santa Maria, Santa Maria, Ilha do Sal
We will drive you through the back streets of Santa Maria whilste sharing the history of this city that has transformed from a village which exploited salt to the biggest tourist city in Cape Verd. You will have a perception of town and local living outside of the main commercial streets and coastal area of the city.
Stop At: Murdeira, Murdeira, Ilha do Sal
Natural reserve of the bay of the murdeira, which has great diversity of corals and fish, and we can enjoy the beautiful view of the lion mountain.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Palmeira, Palmeira, Ilha do Sal
Palmeira one of twhere the commercial port of the island is located is the most pituresque fishing village of the island where you can stroll around the narrow and colourful streets full of colonial houses and observe the simple pace of living. We willsee the arrivals of the craft boats and see all the activity around the preparation and sale of fish.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Buracona - Olho Azul, Sandstrasse von Palmeira Richtung Norden, Ilha do Sal Cape Verde
The blue eye coral and Buracona landscape is one of the seven wonders of Cape Verde. Not only you will be able to observe the spetacular blue of the coral when the sun shines above the cave but also enjoy the natural pool where you can swim in a spetacular setting surrounded by vulcanic formations. If the ocean allows we will show you the hidden lovers cave , a hidden gem that not many tourists know. You will also have the time to explore the area, namely observing the interesting Sal Island 3d map made of sand, observe the display of the archipelague made with broken shells and stroll around the geological museum.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Terra Boa, Espargos, Ilha do Sal Cape Verde
From Buracona, you will marvel with the mirage on your way to the population of Terra Boa. The mirage an optical illusion caused by atmospheric conditions, especially the appearance of a sheet of water in this desertic part of the island, is one of the most interesting experiences of the tour. Our guide will help you to take criative pictures, show you the little souvenir shop where you can see and buy souvenirs made in the spot by the local artisan, whilste tasting local liquers.
Further on our way to Espargos we will drive through Terra Boa, a population with less then 200 people which is one of the less developed of Sal. We will give you the option to speak to the ONGs that work with the families in need and also dispose of any donations you may have.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Espargos, Espargos, Ilha do Sal
Located near both the airport and the ferry dock, Espargos – the island's capital – is a small, dusty workaday town that feels more like the real Cabo Verde than touristy Santa Maria. Its shady main square, the new market, low-key bars and laidback street life give Espargos some charme and make the city the best place to try some Creole Cooking or catch some genuine traditional music as well as understanding the cape verdean life style . Further to lunch we will also get to Monte Curral the highest point in town (109 meters) where you will have an amazing aerial view of the town, airport and coastal areas close by.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Shark Bay, Santa Maria, Ilha do Sal Cape Verde
See lemmon sharks in their natural environment
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Pedra de Lume, Pedra de Lume, Ilha do Sal
Pedra de Lume is the birth place of the island and the doorway to Salinas ( salt evaporation ponds). You will stroll around the small pier and the old factory and ship recks before heading to the lake situated in the crater of an extinct volcano, where the waters rise from deep in the earth rather than from lateral infiltration from the ocean. In Salinas you will have time to float in medicinal thermal waters and take a mud bath as well as enjoy the quiteness and imponence of this piece of nature that marvels everyone that visits it.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- Please bring a bottle of water, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, swimsuit, water shoes (if you have one) and towels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
elenamX3652KO
August 2023
Un acierto hacer la excursión con Carlos y el guía Tarzan. El recorrido es magnífico, te llevan a sitios recónditos a bañarte, y además Tarzan saca fotos espectaculares. Por cierto Palmeira es un pueblo chiquito pero con mucho encanto. Mil gracias
Un acierto hacer la excursión con Carlos y el guía Tarzan. El recorrido es magnífico, te llevan a sitios recónditos a bañarte, y además Tarzan saca fotos espectaculares. Por cierto Palmeira es un pueblo chiquito pero con mucho encanto. Mil graciasfranciscosK7023HK
July 2023
Foi uma experiência inesquecível na ilha com esta equipa excepcional! Deixou vontade de voltar para rever a ilha e voltar a partilhar a experiência com esta gente fantástica que ainda abrilhantam mais a ilha com a sua receptividade a quem visita a ilha. Tivemos a oportunidade de fazer várias vis...
Foi uma experiência inesquecível na ilha com esta equipa excepcional! Deixou vontade de voltar para rever a ilha e voltar a partilhar a experiência com esta gente fantástica que ainda abrilhantam mais a ilha com a sua receptividade a quem visita a ilha. Tivemos a oportunidade de fazer várias visitas com pessoas diferentes que trabalham nesta empresa e todos sem exceção nos receberam de uma forma muito amável. Obrigado por tudo sem dúvida, podem acreditar são o melhor cartão de visita de Cabo Verde 🇨🇻.catarinaf801
July 2023
Fizemos a volta á ilha privada e ficamos muito satisfeitos. Já nos tinham falado do Carlos e apesar de não termos feito a excursão com ele, o nosso guia Tarzan não desiludiu. Foi um dia muito bem passado, conhecemos as maravilhas da ilha, os pescadores e também a realidade local mais desfavorecid...
Fizemos a volta á ilha privada e ficamos muito satisfeitos. Já nos tinham falado do Carlos e apesar de não termos feito a excursão com ele, o nosso guia Tarzan não desiludiu. Foi um dia muito bem passado, conhecemos as maravilhas da ilha, os pescadores e também a realidade local mais desfavorecida. Éramos 4 adultos e 3 crianças e correu tudo muito bem. O Tarzan sempre muito atencioso, bem disposto explicou-nos um pouco da história e esclareceu todas as nossas curiosidades. Como não estava sol aconselhou-nos a não ir a buracona (iríamos pagar sem ver o olho azul), e compensou-nos com um lugar maravilhoso de piscinas naturais. Depois almoçamos em Palmeiras num restaurante com comida local também muito bom. Para fazer as vontade às crianças ainda passamos na praia das conchas. Para quem quiser conhecer verdadeiramente a Ilha do Sal, aconselho esta equipa.rog_riof809
April 2023
A excursão foi excelente, com paisagens maravilhosas. Visitamos negócios locais bastante interessantes e o nosso guia foi 5 estrelas - atencioso, simpático e com as melhores dicas para as nossas férias. Aconselho a toda a gente que queira conhecer a Ilha do Sal com boa companhia e boa disposição.
A excursão foi excelente, com paisagens maravilhosas. Visitamos negócios locais bastante interessantes e o nosso guia foi 5 estrelas - atencioso, simpático e com as melhores dicas para as nossas férias. Aconselho a toda a gente que queira conhecer a Ilha do Sal com boa companhia e boa disposição.davideborin91
April 2023
Abbiamo fatto grazie a Carlos ed i suoi collaboratori fantastiche escursioni in Capo Verde nell’isola di Sal. Ecco alcune foto delle nostre escursioni! Grazie Carlos per queste meravigliose esperienze!!
Abbiamo fatto grazie a Carlos ed i suoi collaboratori fantastiche escursioni in Capo Verde nell’isola di Sal. Ecco alcune foto delle nostre escursioni! Grazie Carlos per queste meravigliose esperienze!!OLIVIER_S
March 2023
Alors, ne soyons pas négatif : ce n'était pas du tout une mauvaise journée ! Mais j'ai réservé une excursion "Sal en dehors des sentiers battus", et c'était exactement la même excursion que celle que j'avais faite la veille : les endroits classiques où on amène tous les touristes ! Donc, elle n'a...
Alors, ne soyons pas négatif : ce n'était pas du tout une mauvaise journée ! Mais j'ai réservé une excursion "Sal en dehors des sentiers battus", et c'était exactement la même excursion que celle que j'avais faite la veille : les endroits classiques où on amène tous les touristes ! Donc, elle n'a rien apporté de plus, sauf que dans cette excursion rien n'était pris en charge, alors que dans celle de la veille les entrées aux sites étaient au moins comprises... Excursions assez sympa donc, mais au final un bête tour de l'île de Sal pour les touristes, qui n'a absolument rien de différent des tours traditionnels, et j'en suis déçu car l'intitulé mettait bien plus en appétit :(