Boa Vista: Guided Day Trip with Shipwreck and Santa Mónica

Sal, Cape Verde



Explore the highlights of Boa Vista on a guided tour. Dip into the waters at Santa Monica Beach, visit the Viana Desert, explore and discover the secrets of Varandinha caves.

Day Tour of Boa Vista’s Natural and Cultural Highlights

This full-day tour explores Boa Vista Island’s key sites, ideal for nature lovers and culture enthusiasts.

Highlights

  • Relax on Santa Monica Beach
  • Visit the Cabo de Santa Maria Shipwreck
  • Explore the Varandinha limestone caves

Description

After pickup from your accommodation, begin at the Morro de Areia nature reserve, known for its vast sand dunes meeting the sea. The landscape creates a unique natural spectacle distinctive to Boa Vista.

Next, visit the Varandinha Cave, where limestone formations shaped by sea erosion provide striking scenery and photographic opportunities.

Continue to Santa Monica Beach, famous for its white sands and clear turquoise waters. When conditions allow, you can swim or relax on the beach.

Lunch is served in Sal Rei, offering a chance to taste traditional local dishes. Afterward, travel to the Cabo de Santa Maria Shipwreck, a boat stranded for over 50 years that inspires local artists.

The tour ends with transportation back to your accommodation.

Includes

  • Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation
  • Transportation throughout the tour
  • Professional tour guide

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book this tour in advance to secure your preferred date. Bring swimwear, sunscreen, and a camera. The best time to visit is during the morning hours to avoid midday heat.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes Morro de Areia nature reserve, Varandinha limestone caves, Santa Monica Beach, and the Cabo de Santa Maria shipwreck on Boa Vista Island in Cape Verde.
The tour starts with a pickup from your accommodation on Boa Vista Island in Cape Verde.
The tour is a full-day experience covering several natural and cultural sites across Boa Vista Island, Cape Verde.
Yes, the tour includes time to relax and swim at Santa Monica Beach, one of Cape Verde's largest beaches.
Visitors can view the Cabo de Santa Maria shipwreck up close, but access is limited to safe viewing areas on Boa Vista Island.
Bring sun protection, comfortable footwear, water, and swimwear for beach stops on Boa Vista Island in Cape Verde.
The tour involves some walking on sand dunes and uneven terrain like limestone caves and beach areas on Boa Vista Island.
It is recommended to book in advance to secure your spot on this popular full-day tour around Boa Vista Island, Cape Verde.
The tour operates year-round, but check the website for the best months and current availability on Boa Vista Island, Cape Verde.

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