Sal Island All-Inclusive Full-Day Tour with Lunch and All Fees Included from Santa Maria
by Spot Travel Tours
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€150Overview
This full-day bus tour of Sal Island in Cape Verde covers a wide range of natural and cultural sites over about seven hours. The tour starts at Ponta Preta Beach, where the guide explains the history of Cape Verde. Next, the group visits Murdeira Bay, located near the center of the island, known for its clear waters and coral, making it suitable for snorkeling, as well as views of Monte Leão. The tour continues north to Espargos, the island capital, with a local city tour ending at a viewpoint overlooking the area. Then the group stops at the fishing village of Palmeira, home to Sal’s only port. From there, the bus heads east to Buracona, where visitors see volcanic rock formations and the "Blue Eye" phenomenon, visible between 11 am and 1:30 pm in a 20-meter deep cave. Heading west, the tour visits Terra Boa, the island’s only agricultural area, known for desert mirages. Returning toward Espargos, the tour passes local schools and kindergartens before stopping for lunch at the Spot restaurant, offering typical dishes and pizzas. After lunch, participants head to Pedra de Lume, where they can observe lemon sharks in Parda Bay around 4 pm, with a reminder to wear suitable shoes. The final stop is the salt pans inside the extinct volcano crater at Pedra de Lume, where guests may bathe in the saline waters. Hotel and port pickup and drop-off are included, along with lunch, carbonated beverages, air-conditioned transport, a local guide, and all fees and taxes. A photographer is not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Ponta Preta Beach
The tour begins at Ponta Preta Beach where the itinerary is introduced along with a brief history of Cape Verde.
20 min
Murdeira
Located near the island’s center, Murdeira Bay has clear waters and coral reefs suitable for snorkeling. Monte Leão, a notable island landmark, is visible from here.
40 min
Espargos
The group travels north to Espargos, the capital city, where a local tour is conducted ending at a belvedere offering panoramic views of the city.
30 min
Palmeira
Next is the fishing village of Palmeira, home to the island’s only port.
20 min
Buracona: The Blue Eye of Cabo Verde Shop
East of Palmeira, Buracona features natural pools and volcanic rock formations. Between 11 am and 1:30 pm, sunlight enters a 20-meter deep cave to reveal the "Blue Eye" phenomenon.
60 min
Terra Boa
Located to the west, Terra Boa is the island’s only farming area, where visitors can observe a natural mirage in the desert landscape.
15 min
Espargos
On the return to Espargos, the route passes local social institutions such as schools and kindergartens. A lunch break takes place at the Spot restaurant offering typical local dishes and pizzas.
90 min
Pedra de Lume Beach
Around 4 pm, the tour reaches Parda Bay to observe lemon sharks. Visitors are advised to wear appropriate footwear.
45 min
Pedra de Lume
The final stop is the salt pans located inside an extinct volcano crater at Pedra de Lume, where guests can bathe in the salty waters.
60 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Sal Island All-Inclusive Full-Day Tour with Lunch and All Fees Included from Santa Maria
by Spot Travel Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€150Overview
This full-day bus tour of Sal Island in Cape Verde covers a wide range of natural and cultural sites over about seven hours. The tour starts at Ponta Preta Beach, where the guide explains the history of Cape Verde. Next, the group visits Murdeira Bay, located near the center of the island, known for its clear waters and coral, making it suitable for snorkeling, as well as views of Monte Leão. The tour continues north to Espargos, the island capital, with a local city tour ending at a viewpoint overlooking the area. Then the group stops at the fishing village of Palmeira, home to Sal’s only port. From there, the bus heads east to Buracona, where visitors see volcanic rock formations and the "Blue Eye" phenomenon, visible between 11 am and 1:30 pm in a 20-meter deep cave. Heading west, the tour visits Terra Boa, the island’s only agricultural area, known for desert mirages. Returning toward Espargos, the tour passes local schools and kindergartens before stopping for lunch at the Spot restaurant, offering typical dishes and pizzas. After lunch, participants head to Pedra de Lume, where they can observe lemon sharks in Parda Bay around 4 pm, with a reminder to wear suitable shoes. The final stop is the salt pans inside the extinct volcano crater at Pedra de Lume, where guests may bathe in the saline waters. Hotel and port pickup and drop-off are included, along with lunch, carbonated beverages, air-conditioned transport, a local guide, and all fees and taxes. A photographer is not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Ponta Preta Beach
The tour begins at Ponta Preta Beach where the itinerary is introduced along with a brief history of Cape Verde.
20 min
Murdeira
Located near the island’s center, Murdeira Bay has clear waters and coral reefs suitable for snorkeling. Monte Leão, a notable island landmark, is visible from here.
40 min
Espargos
The group travels north to Espargos, the capital city, where a local tour is conducted ending at a belvedere offering panoramic views of the city.
30 min
Palmeira
Next is the fishing village of Palmeira, home to the island’s only port.
20 min
Buracona: The Blue Eye of Cabo Verde Shop
East of Palmeira, Buracona features natural pools and volcanic rock formations. Between 11 am and 1:30 pm, sunlight enters a 20-meter deep cave to reveal the "Blue Eye" phenomenon.
60 min
Terra Boa
Located to the west, Terra Boa is the island’s only farming area, where visitors can observe a natural mirage in the desert landscape.
15 min
Espargos
On the return to Espargos, the route passes local social institutions such as schools and kindergartens. A lunch break takes place at the Spot restaurant offering typical local dishes and pizzas.
90 min
Pedra de Lume Beach
Around 4 pm, the tour reaches Parda Bay to observe lemon sharks. Visitors are advised to wear appropriate footwear.
45 min
Pedra de Lume
The final stop is the salt pans located inside an extinct volcano crater at Pedra de Lume, where guests can bathe in the salty waters.
60 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.