Postcards of Boa Vista 4x4 Tour with Shipwreck and Local Lunch

5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

There's no shortage of great views in Boa Vista, and this 4x4 tour shows you just how photogenic the island is. You'll discover the shipwreck at Cabo Santa Maria, visit Fundo das Figueiras, stop to sample local food in Rabil and visit a goat farm and local Local Biodiversity centre, too. Stephane, one of our local guides, says, ‘The shipwreck is one of Boa Vista's most iconic sights. When the ship ran aground in 1968 the crew escaped unharmed. Strong tugs were sent from neighbouring islands to try to move the ship, but it was stuck fast. It took nearly a year to unload the cargo and take it by mule to Sal Rei.'

What's Included

Menu options include fish, goat, pork, chicken, catchupa or pasta
Transport
Guide
Local delicacy tasting
4x4 tour

Meeting and pickup

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

Your exact pick-up time and place depend on the hotel where you are staying at. After confirming the booking, we will contact you to inform you about the exact pick-up time and place. If you haven´t heard from us at least 48 hours before the activity start time, please contact us.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Rabil

    We'll kick off in true Boa Vista style, travelling by 4x4 to Rabil, where we'll try some local delicacies and have a look around the village.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Cabo Santa Maria

    We'll make our way to the shipwreck at Cabo Santa Maria, where the rusting hulk of a Spanish cargo ship still sits where it ran aground over 50 years ago. It's a striking contrast to the natural beauty of the beach, and you'll get some great photos.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3

    A stop at the colourful village of Bofareira follows, where you'll call in at a goat farm to watch local cheese in production. You'll get to try some, too.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Fundo das Figueiras

    Next, you'll head for Fundo das Figueiras village for a lunch made from locally sourced ingredients in a family-owned restaurant. In the afternoon, there's some free time before a visit to a soap-making project ran by the Association of Northern Woman – an organisation specialising in equality. We'll round off the day at the Local Biodiversity Centre for an insight into the fascinating marine life of the island.

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Our office opening hours are Monday - Friday from 9h - 17.15h, Saturday and Sundays closed.
  • Please indicate your menu choice: fish, chicken, catchupa (local dish) or vegetarian in the special requirements when you make the booking.
Supplied by Destination Services Cape Verde

Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
4WD Tours
Adventure Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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