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Nearby destinations

Boa Vista Island tours

Santiago Island, Cape Verde tours

Nearby sights

Presidential Palace, PraiaAttraction in Praia, Cape Verde

São Felipe Royal FortificationAttraction in Cidade Velha, Cape Verde

Salinas, Fogo IslandAttraction in Sao Filipe, Cape Verde

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Sal Island: Guided Full-Day Highlights Tour with Lunch

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Activity provider:Bu Country Tours
Sal Island: Guided Full-Day Highlights Tour with Lunch
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Top rated
4.7356324 out of 5 stars
4.7
4.7356324 out of 5 stars
348 reviews

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.

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Duration 6 hours
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Live tour guide
English, French, Portuguese
Pickup included
Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
Small group
Limited to 10 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

C
Carole – United Kingdom

Excellent. Well worth the money payed. Our toy guide was fun and had great knowledge of the island

J
Justyna – United Kingdom

Great value for money. Trip covered the most import parts of the island and we had delicious lunch. Would recommend

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Highlights

  • Explore the most tourist-friendly city in Cape Verde, Santa Maria
  • Float in the world's second-saltiest water in Pedra de Lume
  • Get a taste of local life in the fishing village of Palmeira and Espargos
  • Marvel at the “Blue Eye” in Buracona, one of the 7 wonders of the country
  • Walk close to the lemon sharks in Shark Bay

Full description

Be ready to be picked up from your accommodation and depart toward the village of Murdeira, where you will have a short visit to its nature reserve and enjoy the views of the Lion Mountain. Then, meet the locals in the fishing village of Palmeira before travelling to Buracona to see "Blue Eye" and, weather permitting, swim in its beautiful natural pool.

Move on towards Miragem, grab some pictures of the effects of water illusions in the desert and take a well deserved lunch-break. Enjoy the local cuisine and discover the Cape Verdean gastronomy.

Next, drive to Espargos and get to know its street arts that portray the Cape Verdean woman, her Morabeza and history. After that, head to the Shark Bay, a must-see when visiting Sal. Put on your water shoes, enter the ocean, see and get close to the Lemon Sharks in their natural environment. This species poses no threat to humans.

Finally it is time for Your last "No Stress Adventure" at Pedra de Lume, in a salt pan located below sea level. Cross its cave, get into its extinct volcano crater and reach the lagoons from which the salt is extracted. Bring your book and enjoy reading while floating in the world's second saltiest thermal water, an unforgettable experience. The tour concludes with a drop-off at your accommodation.

Includes

  • Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Santa Maria
  • Transportation
  • Guide/Driver
  • Lunch (main dish+ soft drink)
  • Entrance fees (€3 for Buracona, €5 for Salinas)
  • Optional shower at Salinas to remove salt (1 euros)

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments

Important information

What to bring

  • Sunglasses
  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Sandals
  • Sunscreen
  • Water
  • Water shoes

Know before you go

  • This tour is not recommended for people with mobility impairments
  • The tour duration is 6–7 hours
  • Lunch includes a main dish of fish or meat, dessert, and water
  • Please be ready at your pickup point 10 minutes before the activity starts
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From $68 per person

Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today
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Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 348 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Carole – United KingdomMay 31, 2025 – Verified booking
Excellent. Well worth the money payed. Our toy guide was fun and had great knowledge of the island
J
Justyna – United KingdomFebruary 28, 2025 – Verified booking
Great value for money. Trip covered the most import parts of the island and we had delicious lunch. Would recommend
R
Richard – United KingdomJanuary 25, 2025 – Verified booking
Great day trip to visit the sites of Sal. Plenty of stops and excellent guide and driver. Really enjoyed our day and gave us a good insight into the island. Enjoyed the lunch at the home of a local family too.

Product ID: 354960

Activity provider:Bu Country Tours
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