Small Group Full Day Island Tour in Sal
Overview
Explore the small but breathtaking island of Sal on a guided full-day trip. See Cape Verde through the eyes of a local, and visit 10 of the island's highlights. Snorkel, bathe, marvel at the “Blue Eye, ” and more. Benefit from included hotel transfers.
Inclusions
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Local guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entry/Admission - Terra Boa
- Entry/Admission - Pedra de Lume
- Entry/Admission - Buracona: The Blue Eye of Cabo Verde Shop
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Ponta Preta Beach, Ponta Preta, Murdeira, Ilha do Sal 4110 Cape Verde
While in Ponta Preta you will be introduced to the itinerary and you´ll be also provided with a brief explanation of the history of Cape Verde
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Murdeira, Murdeira, Ilha do Sal
Murdeira is geographically located at the centre of the island. It´s Bay is bathed with crystal waters and filled with corals, enabling marvelous conditions for the practice of snorkeling.
Apart from the mention above, you can easily see “Monte Leão” from there, one of the greatest marks of the island.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Espargos, Espargos, Ilha do Sal
Well, now is time to go more to the north and meet with the City of Espargos, where you we’ll be in a local tour ending in a panoramic view of the city through the belvedere.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Palmeira, Palmeira, Ilha do Sal
The next stop is the fishing village of Palmeira, where you can find the only port of the island.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Buracona: The Blue Eye of Cabo Verde Shop, Santa Maria, Ilha do Sal Cape Verde
To the East of Palmeira, we can spot Buracona a place with natural pools and an incredible rocky landscape of volcanic origin. This combination allows us to enjoy the wonderful phenomenon called "Blue Eye".
From 11 am to 1:30 pm the sun shines inside a cave 20 meters’ deep, allowing you to glimpse the image of a shiny blue eye staring at the majestic sky.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Terra Boa, Espargos, Ilha do Sal Cape Verde
More to the west of the island is “Terra Boa”, the only land for growing crops and there you can enjoy another spectacle of nature, a "Mirage" in the middle of the desert.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Espargos, Espargos, Ilha do Sal
On your way back to Espargos, you’ll pass the peripheral area of the island visiting some social institutions such as kindergartens and schools.
In Espargos you'll have a break for lunch at the Spot restaurant where you are able to taste a typical dish or enjoy one of the best pizzas in town.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Pedra de Lume Beach, In The Beach Of Hotel Belorizonte, Pedra de Lume, Ilha do Sal 4110 Cape Verde
On the way back to the West of the Island you can catch sight of lemon sharks in the “Parda Bay” around 4pm, please be reminded to wear appropriate shoes.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Pedra de Lume, Pedra de Lume, Ilha do Sal
Pedra de Lume, where the famous Salinas (Salt pans) are found inside of an extinct volcano crater. In Salinas you can bath in the therapeutic waters within the same.
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Ponta Preta Beach, Ponta Preta, Murdeira, Ilha do Sal 4110 Cape Verde
While in Ponta Preta you will be introduced to the itinerary and you´ll be also provided with a brief explanation of the history of Cape Verde
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Murdeira, Murdeira, Ilha do Sal
Murdeira is geographically located at the centre of the island. It´s Bay is bathed with crystal waters and filled with corals, enabling marvelous conditions for the practice of snorkeling.
Apart from the mention above, you can easily see “Monte Leão” from there, one of the greatest marks of the island.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Espargos, Espargos, Ilha do Sal
Well, now is time to go more to the north and meet with the City of Espargos, where you we’ll be in a local tour ending in a panoramic view of the city through the belvedere.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Palmeira, Palmeira, Ilha do Sal
The next stop is the fishing village of Palmeira, where you can find the only port of the island.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Buracona: The Blue Eye of Cabo Verde Shop, Santa Maria, Ilha do Sal Cape Verde
To the East of Palmeira, we can spot Buracona a place with natural pools and an incredible rocky landscape of volcanic origin. This combination allows us to enjoy the wonderful phenomenon called "Blue Eye".
From 11 am to 1:30 pm the sun shines inside a cave 20 meters’ deep, allowing you to glimpse the image of a shiny blue eye staring at the majestic sky.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Terra Boa, Espargos, Ilha do Sal Cape Verde
More to the west of the island is “Terra Boa”, the only land for growing crops and there you can enjoy another spectacle of nature, a "Mirage" in the middle of the desert.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Espargos, Espargos, Ilha do Sal
On your way back to Espargos, you’ll pass the peripheral area of the island visiting some social institutions such as kindergartens and schools.
In Espargos you'll have a break for lunch at the Spot restaurant where you are able to taste a typical dish or enjoy one of the best pizzas in town.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Pedra de Lume Beach, In The Beach Of Hotel Belorizonte, Pedra de Lume, Ilha do Sal 4110 Cape Verde
On the way back to the West of the Island you can catch sight of lemon sharks in the “Parda Bay” around 4pm, please be reminded to wear appropriate shoes.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Pedra de Lume, Pedra de Lume, Ilha do Sal
Pedra de Lume, where the famous Salinas (Salt pans) are found inside of an extinct volcano crater. In Salinas you can bath in the therapeutic waters within the same.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- Infant seats available
- Near public transportation
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 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.
FarAway67395098171
October 2023
Genoeg te zien, ook veel armoede op het eilanden veel informatie over het eiland gekregen van de reisleiding.
Genoeg te zien, ook veel armoede op het eilanden veel informatie over het eiland gekregen van de reisleiding.N8418XOjt
August 2023
We werden op tijd opgepikt bij ons hotel. Vriendelijke gids, die vertelde over de bezochte plekken. Achter in de laadbak van de 4x4 was goed te doen en hadden we een mooi uitzicht. Ideale manier om in 1 dag alle highlights van het eiland te zien.
We werden op tijd opgepikt bij ons hotel. Vriendelijke gids, die vertelde over de bezochte plekken. Achter in de laadbak van de 4x4 was goed te doen en hadden we een mooi uitzicht. Ideale manier om in 1 dag alle highlights van het eiland te zien.Luis_C
July 2023
Notre guide john était juste parfait ,il nous a montré son île avec passion.Il nous a raconté l histoire de celle ci et à su nous mettre à l aise .Nous avons passé une superbe journée en sa compagnie. LE seul loupé viens de viator qui nous a dis que le prix des entrées étaient inclus alors que d ...
Notre guide john était juste parfait ,il nous a montré son île avec passion.Il nous a raconté l histoire de celle ci et à su nous mettre à l aise .Nous avons passé une superbe journée en sa compagnie. LE seul loupé viens de viator qui nous a dis que le prix des entrées étaient inclus alors que d après le prestataire non.Donc du payer à nouveau....