Sal Island: Guided Full-Day Highlights Tour with Lunch
Sal, Cape Verde
Discover the highlights of Sal on this relaxed-pace tour with included lunch and transfers. Float in the world's second-saltiest water inside an extinct volcano crater and watch lemon sharks up close.
Sal Island Day Tour: Cultural and Natural Highlights
This full-day tour explores key sites on Sal Island, Cape Verde, including Santa Maria and surrounding villages, ideal for travelers interested in nature and local culture.
Tour Highlights
- Explore Santa Maria, the most tourist-friendly city in Cape Verde
- Float in the world’s second-saltiest water at Pedra de Lume
- Experience local life in the fishing villages of Palmeira and Espargos
- Visit the “Blue Eye” in Buracona, one of Cape Verde’s natural wonders
- Walk near lemon sharks in their natural habitat at Shark Bay
Description
Begin with pickup from your accommodation in Santa Maria, then travel to Murdeira village to visit its nature reserve and view Lion Mountain. Continue to the fishing village of Palmeira to engage with local life.
Next, visit Buracona to see the “Blue Eye” and, weather permitting, swim in the natural pool. Proceed to Miragem to photograph desert water illusions and enjoy a lunch featuring Cape Verdean cuisine.
After lunch, explore Espargos, observing street art that celebrates Cape Verdean women, culture, and history. Then, head to Shark Bay where you can walk into the ocean and observe harmless lemon sharks up close while wearing water shoes.
The tour ends at Pedra de Lume, in a salt pan below sea level inside an extinct volcano crater. Cross its cave and float in the highly saline thermal lagoons, an experience enhanced by bringing a book to relax. Return transfer to your accommodation concludes the tour.
Includes
- Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Santa Maria
- Transportation throughout the tour
- Guide/driver service
- Lunch (main dish and soft drink)
Excludes
- Entrance fees: €3 for Buracona, €5 for Salinas
- Optional shower at Salinas to remove salt (€1)
Important Information
- Not recommended for people with mobility impairments
- Tour duration: 6–7 hours
- Lunch includes a choice of fish or meat main dish, dessert, and water
- Be ready at your pickup point 10 minutes before the scheduled start time
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, wear comfortable walking shoes and bring swimwear for swimming opportunities. Morning departures are recommended for favorable weather and lighting conditions.
