Boa Vista: Full-Day Guided Tour with Hotel Pickup
Deserto de Viana, Cape Verde
Activity
Official tickets via GetYourGuide
Discover the best of Boa Vista Island on a full-day guided tour. Visit the Viana Desert, swim at João Barrosa and Ervatão beaches, and explore the abandoned fishing village of Curral Velho.
Highlights
- Discover the best of Boa Vista Island on a full-day guided tour
- Visit the abandoned fishing village of Curral Velho and its salt mine
- Explore the Viana Desert, one of Cape Verde's seven natural wonders
- Swim in the turquoise waters of João Barrosa and Ervatão beaches
- Enjoy a convenient hotel pickup and drop-off for a stress-free day
Description
Begin your journey with a convenient hotel pickup and head to Fonte Vicente Oasis, a haven of unspoiled nature. Learn about local flora and fauna and see fruit trees including figs, almonds, tamarinds, and the iconic baobab. Next, visit Curral Velho, an abandoned fishing village once affected by drought and pirate raids. Explore the old salt mine and hear stories of the island’s past. Enjoy an off-road drive to João Barrosa, a wild and secluded beach. Continue to Ervatão Beach, a vital nesting site for loggerhead sea turtles. Weather permitting, swim in its turquoise waters. Pause for lunch in Fundo das Figueiras, a village known for agriculture and pastoralism. Sample local specialties, including the island’s famous goat cheese. End your adventure at the Viana Desert, one of Cape Verde’s seven natural wonders. Walk along the white sand dunes and admire breathtaking landscapes stretching over 10 km. Finally, return to your accommodation after a day of exploration and unforgettable scenery.Includes
Hotel pickup and drop-off Transportation Tour Guide Liability insuranceExcludes
Souvenir shopping Drinks with lunch Tips for the driver and guide The transfer from Touareg costs an additional 10 euros per person and must be paid in cash on siteImportant Information
- Stroller/pram accessible Infants must sit on your lap Not wheelchair accessible Not suitable for pets No public transportation nearby Infant seats unavailable