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Sal Island: Guided Full-Day Highlights Tour with Lunch

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Sal Island: Guided Full-Day Highlights Tour with Lunch

About this activity

Discover the highlights of Sal on this full-day tour with included lunch and hotel transfers. Visit the biggest tourist city in Cape Verde, enjoy the views of Lion Mountain, see the impressive “Blue Eye,” float in the world's second-saltiest water in Salt Crater, and more.

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At a glance

Duration
6 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 8 people
People per booking
1–8
Guide
Portuguese, English, French
Operated by
Bu Country Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private transportation
  • Included: Lunch: (Main dish with choice of fish or meat + soft drink)
  • Included: Guide/Driver
  • Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Not included

  • Not included: Entrance fees: Buracona: The Blue Eye of Cabo Verde Shop
  • Not included: Entrance fees: Pedra de Lume Beach

Itinerary

  1. Santa Maria

    one hour

    Get picked up from your accommodation and depart toward Santa Maria. There, find out about the history of the city, which has transformed from the exploration of salt to the biggest tourist city in Cape Verde. Next, you will explore the white sand and warm water of Kite Beach, one of the best places in the world to practice kite surfing and where the world kite surfing championships are usually held.

  2. Murdeira

    30 min

    . Your tour continues to the natural bay of Murdeira from where you can enjoy the beautiful views of the Lion Mountain.

  3. Palmeira

    30 min

    Then, meet locals and fishermen at the fishing village of Palmeira. Have a chance to see the arrival of the crafts, as well as all the activity of selling fresh fish.

  4. Buracona: The Blue Eye of Cabo Verde Shop

    30 min Admission not included

    After that, travel to Burracona to see "Blue Eye" (one of the 7 wonders of the country) and admire its beautiful and natural swimming pool. Excluded entrance fee of 3 Euros/Person

  5. Espargos

    30 min

    Next, explore Espargos, the economic center of the island. There, you can buy souvenirs and taste the local Morabeza.

  6. Pedra de Lume Beach

    one hour Admission not included

    Your tour progresses to Pedra de Lume and its salt crater, an old salt farm located below sea level. The water in the lagoons from which the salt is extracted is very hot and, of course, salty —27 times saltier than sea water in fact. Bring your book and enjoy reading while floating in the world's second saltiest water, an unforgettable experience.

  7. Miragem

    one hour

    Continue towards Miragem, where you will see the effects of water illusions in the desert. Finally, experience Shark Bay and watch lemon sharks in their natural environment very closely.

  8. Santa Maria

    30 min

    The tour includes lunch and concludes with drop-off at your accommodation.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Hotel Riu Funana
  • Melia Tortuga Beach
  • Hotel Oasis Salinas Sea
  • VOI Vila do Farol Resort
  • Hotel Riu Cabo Verde
  • Hotel Aquamarina Suites
  • Melia Llana Beach Resort & Spa - All Inclusive - Adults only
  • Hotel Morabeza
  • Smartline Crioula Hotel
  • Hotel - Odjo d"Agua
  • Hotel Mirabela

and 26 more pickup points

Using your ticket

Water shoes for walking on rocky surfaces and to see sharks are available at an extra supplement of 3€.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Please bring your swimwear, towel, comfortable clots, a hat, sunscreen,

  • Water shoes for walking on rocky surfaces and to see sharks are available at an extra supplement of 3€.

Traveller ratings

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