Experience on Sal Island with native and certified guide (including sharks)
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About This Activity in Santa Maria
Why Visit Santa Maria?
Santa Maria, Cape Verde offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Santa Maria provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Santa Maria
You can reach Santa Maria, Cape Verde by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Liability insurance
- Local and certified guide
- Shark Bay
- Photos and videos taken by the guide
What's Not Included
- Optional lunch 11 EUR per adult, 6 EUR per child (until 7) with fresh fish, meat, and vegetarian options and 1 drink included.
- Blue eye
- Salt Lake
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Car baby chairs are available on request and are free of charge
- We accept more than 15 passengers per booking. If you have a larger group, make more than one reservation up to the total number of passengers in your group and we will organize a private tour just for your group.
- We make a rest stop where we can have lunch or snack, have a drink and access the Internet.
- Optional lunch menu (11 euros per adult, 6 euros per child) with a drink included. The restaurants offer a variety of traditional dishes as well as vegan and vegetarian options. Please inform the guide if you have any dietary requirements.
- The tour is not recommended for people with reduced mobility
- People are not allowed on the effect of alcohol.
- Not allowed: Baby carts, baggage or large bags. A personal item is allowed.
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Pickup Time: 20 minutes before departure
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Get the experience of seeing lemon sharks up close in their natural environment 30 minutes
Get the experience of seeing lemon sharks up close in their natural environment.
Salinas, the only salt lake inside the caldera... 40 minutes
Salinas, the only salt lake inside the caldera of a volcano in the world, with its warm waters, serves to forget the stress of everyday life, you should not leave the island without bathing in the saline thermal water, where spas, hydromassage and relaxation are available. available to everyone. Scientifically, the medicinal action of its salt waters is recognized for its healing, detoxifying and metabolic stimulating power, due to the mineral substances contained in it. In popular knowledge, there is an even greater healing power in this water. The place has a fascinating lake, where anyone can relax and float, even if they don't know how to swim, and their skin will be as soft as if they had a natural exfoliation.
Marvel at Buracona, one of the seven wonders... 50 minutes
Marvel at Buracona, one of the seven wonders of Sal island, and if conditions are ideal, swim in its natural pool. Also admire the natural phenomenon of the blue eye in a cave whenever the conditions are ideal. On days when the sea is rougher, admire a fantastic wave show.
Admire the natural reserve of Murdeira Bay, which... 15 minutes
Admire the natural reserve of Murdeira Bay, which has a great diversity of corals and fish, and we can enjoy the beautiful view of Monte Leão.
Discover the fishing village of Palmeira, a simple... 25 minutes
Discover the fishing village of Palmeira, a simple place where people make their living from fishing and working in the port. We can see the arrivals of craft boats and see all the activity surrounding the sale of fish. And we also walked among the colorful colonial houses and beautiful street art.
Visit Pedra de Lume, the first village in...
Visit Pedra de Lume, the first village in Sal, founded in 1804, to learn about the history and development of the local economy that began with the export of salt. Also to see the centuries-old houses, boats and the cable car used in the ancient transport of salt.
Admire the Mirage to see the fata morgana effect of desert water illusions 15 minutes
Admire the Mirage to see the fata morgana effect of desert water illusions. The guide takes fun photos, something to remember.
Discover Santa Maria, the most touristic city in... 20 minutes
Discover Santa Maria, the most touristic city in Cape Verde, learn about the history of the city that transformed from salt exploration into the largest tourist city in Cape Verde.
Discover Kite Beach and explore its white sand dunes 10 minutes
Discover Kite Beach and explore its white sand dunes. The beach of Kite is one of the best places in the world for the practice of kite surf and, where the world championships of kite surf are held in Cape Verde. Visited only between October and March, which is the season of kite surfing.
Then we head to the city of Espargos,... 15 minutes
Then we head to the city of Espargos, capital and economic center of the island, where most of Sal's population is concentrated, here you can see more of local life.
We make a rest stop where you can... 40 minutes
We make a rest stop where you can have lunch or just have a snack or a drink and access the Internet.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
