Best Excursions in Sal

Experience the beauty of Sal Island on a half-day trip with an expert guide. Float on Salinas salt lake, see lemon sharks in their natural habitat and marvel at blue eye Buracona and its natural pool.

Explore Santo Antão on a guided day trip from São Vicente. Cross the extinct Cova de Paúl volcano and visit the natural park. See Cape Verde's Ponta de Sol village and admire stunning landscapes.

Explore Praia on a guided tour of the cities major historical sites. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cidade Velha.

Embark on an off-road adventure and discover the hidden beauties of the south. Cruise along the most beautiful beaches, through the deserts, and past the natural reserve of Sal onboard a 500cc buggy.

Search for majestic humpback whales on a half-day tour of Boa Vista. With a biologist guide, learn about these massive creatures as you observe them in their natural habitat.

Explore the first city built by Europeans in sub-Saharan Africa: Cidade Velha. Enrich your knowledge of the history of colonization and slavery in Cape Verde, take in the city's highlights, and enjoy the views from the top of the Royal Fortress.

Discover Boa Vista Island during a thrilling ATV bike tour. Explore the beautiful Oasis of Fonte Vicente with time for a delicious lunch at Fundo das Figueiras. Cross Viana Desert and admire the spectacular scenery like beaches, deserts, and wilderness.

Discover the wonders of the Viana Desert and the surrounding villages on this half-day quad biking adventure. Admire scenic views of the sandy landscape, visit the charming villages of Rabil and Bofareira, learn about local handicrafts, and more.

Marvel at the beautiful landscape of Santiago on this guided trek. Get a taste for local life in the village of Longueira and visit a rum distillery. Hike up Pico de Antónia, the island's highest point, then explore the untouched nature of Monte Tchota.