Sal Island, Salinas, Buracona and lemon shark

4.7
(45 reviews)

7 to 8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 3 more

It will be a unique experience, with local guides, we know our island better than anyone. With us, it's a stress-free ride and you'll be directly helping the local economy.

What's Included

We do the pick up where the clients are staying, the transport and the guide during the excursion
Lunch
Salinas relax
Shark Bay
Buracona - Blue Eye

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We know to pick up from 8:50 am to 9:20 am, depending on the pick up of customers, if we have no delays we will start the tour earlier.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Santa Maria

    We pass through the middle of Santa Maria, with a short walk, from the fountain to the municipal market, passing by the Salinas de Santa Maria with a short stop, and passing by Costa Fragata beach where Kitesurfing is practiced.

    50 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Murdeira

    It is a natural reserve, with many corals, turtle mating nursery, a wide variety of fish, where you can go snorkeling for 15 minutes, also known for its mount, in the shape of a lion waiting to attack its prey

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Espargos

    It's the capital of the island, we'll go up to a viewpoint where you can see more than 80% of the island. It is optional, to go up before or after lunch (lunch at the client's expense).

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Shark Bay

    Located in the Parda area, this is where we will have the experience with the lemon sharks, where they will be accompanied by local guides, walking into the water, you pay € 3 "includes rental of shoes and guide"

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 5

    It is the birthplace of the Island, where it all started with the exploration of the salt flats, with the option of bathing but paying close attention to the eyes because the water is very salty. The water is so salty that we are floating and there is also a therapeutic mud, which you put on your body to exfoliate your skin. Entrance ticket €5.

    40 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Terra Boa

    It is the most deserted area of the island, we can see a mirage, when the sun hits the ground, making us see water along the desert. One can also visit a Souvenir shop.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Buracona - Olho Azul

    It is where we will visit a cave when the sun hits the cave transforming it bright and in the shape of an eye. There you can see all the miniatures of the islands made with sea shells, we will visit a warehouse where sugar cane juice is extracted to make grog and punch. There is a small museum of all the existing stones on the island, flora, fish and birds. You have the option of taking a dip in a natural pool, depending on the tide. You pay €3 to enter.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 8
    Port of Palmeira

    It is an area with typical Cape Verdean houses, of various colors, it is one of the most important villages on the island due to the port, the water desalination company, transforming it into fresh water, and also because it is a fishing area where most of the fish consumed on the island. Optional depending on how the route is done, we can stop for lunch here, "lunch is at the customer's expense"

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 9
    Port of Palmeira

    Stop for lunch at Vila da Palmeira or Cidade dos Espargos.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Customers with back problems and pregnant women should always travel in a car and/or minivan. Therefore, you must communicate with us beforehand so that we can better organize the transfer.
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Cancellation Policy

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

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