Tours & tickets

Santa Maria Beach, Cape Verde

Meeting at the front desk of your hotel at 9:15 AM, then make your way to the first destination, Ponta Preta (Black Edge). Witness a contrast between white natural sand dunes and dark-colored volcanic rocks entering the sea. This amazing combination creates huge and beautiful waves, making this location the stage for world-famous water sports competitions like surfing and windsurfing. While in Ponta Preta, you'll be introduced to the itinerary and provided with a brief history of Cape Verde. Next, head to Murdeira, located at the center of the island. Snorkel in the bay's crystal clear, coral-filled waters, and catch a glimpse of Monte Leão, one of the island's most prominent landmarks. From Murdeira, go north to the capital of the island, Espargos. Enjoy a local tour of the city ending in a panoramic view through the belvedere. Make your next stop at the fishing village of Palmeira, the only port on the island and an industrialized zone extremely important to the local economy. To the east of Palmeira, spot Buracona, a place with natural pools and an incredible rocky landscape of volcanic origin. This combination creates a wonderful phenomenon called "Blue Eye". From 10:30 AM–1 PM, the sun shines inside a 25-meter (82-foot) deep cave, allowing you to glimpse the image of a shiny blue eye staring at the majestic sky. More to the west of the island is Terra Boa, the only land for growing crops where you can enjoy another spectacle of nature, a mirage in the middle of the desert. On the way back to Espargos, pass the peripheral area of the island and visit some social institutions, such as kindergartens and schools. In Espargos, take a break for lunch in a local restaurant and taste a typical dish or savor one of the best pizzas in town. After lunch, continue to Pedra de Lume, where the famous Salinas (salt pans) are found inside of an extinct volcano crater. Bathe in the therapeutic waters before heading to the Baia de Parda around 4 PM to catch sight of lemon sharks. You'll return to your hotel around 5 PM.

Embrace your sense of adventure and hop on a surfboard in the beautiful sea around Sal, Cape Verde. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking for surf tips in order to advance to the next level, this surfing excursion is the perfect chance to hit the beach and develop your surfing skills. Head straight to the surf school, meet your instructors and grab your boards, wetsuits, and surf shoes. From there you will walk over to Santa Maria Beach to one of the best surf spots for beginners and intermediates. Begin your lesson once you arrive at the beach, with the specifics of the lesson adjusted according to your skill level. Your lesson will start on the beach with a quick recap or intro for beginners. You will then go directly into the water for an hour of fun catching waves and surfing. Participants must be able to swim.  

Powered by state-of-the-art technology, Spinach electric cars describe what you're seeing in an entertaining and cultured way. You can discover and explore Santa Maria and Sal Island with our unique route. Spinach is a convertible electric car that will keep you entertained along the way and tell you all about the history, architecture, and emblematic sights of Sal Island. With an incorporated audio guide, the Spinach car is here to help you discover all about Sal's traditions, culture and facts in a laidback, fun way. What can you expect from this tour? Two hours of pure bliss filled with cultural moments, beautiful sights and fresh island breeze. Every group of Spinaches will be accompanied by a certified tour guide. Be surprised by a new way to learn about your surroundings. Our cars are electric, exclusive, silent, and really cool! You’ll feel like a true star with Spinach Tours.

After pickup from your hotel, drive to the beach. The guide will provide an introduction about the turtles, and how to behave on the beach. You may have to wait a while for the turtle to feel safe and come onto the beach. When she is ready, see the female turtle going up the beach, looking for the best place to lay her eggs. She will then prepare the ground and start digging. When the hole is ready, the turtle will start laying between 65 and 100 egg. When she is done laying her eggs, she will close the hole before going back into the sea. You will then be dropped back to your hotel.

You will start at our shop where we will prepare all of your equipment before you go with a qualified instructor and start your lesson on the beach where they will explain all the equipment and how to use it. You will go through sailing position, how to enter and exit the water and how to turn before going into the water to have a go. Its a great sport to learn and a fun way to be on the water. Learning new skills and being active. Its a great way to spend some time getting wet, falling in and sailing along with the wind in your hair