Top Sal Rei Adventure Tours

Discover all that the island of Boa Vista has to offer on this full-day excursion from Sal Rei. Join a small group and visit the island’s key points of interest including Povoação Velha, Santa Monica Beach, the Santa Maria Cape Shipwreck, and the caves of Varandinha Beach. While you explore, your guide tells you about the history and culture of Cape Verde for a full-picture experience.

Take this three hours tour and have opportunity to visit the local handicraft production and meet the locals. Explore the Povoação Velha, and feel the friendliness of their people. Visit the caves of Varandinha. Explore the most beautiful beach of the archipelago (Santa Monica). Fall in love with a magnificent scenery on the Chaves beach

Experience Boa Vista’s rugged beauty on this 2-hour quad adventure! Starting from Sal Rei, follow our expert guide along scenic trails to reach the famous Cabo Santa Maria Beach. Here you will find the iconic Shipwreck of the Spanish cargo that ran aground in 1968, which now became a landmark of Boa Vista, resting along the shore. After capturing this unforgettable sight, continue your ride through the Viana Desert, one of the Seven Wonders of Cape Verde. With its white sandy dunes and serene landscape, it’s the perfect backdrop for an adventure into nature’s quiet grandeur. With all equipment provided and convenient hotel transfers, this tour offers a thrilling escape into Boa Vista’s most breathtaking spots.

Discover the best that the island of Boa Vista has to offer as you embark on a full-day excursion. Join a small group and hit the main highlights including São Roque Church, the Curral Velho salt mine, and Ervatão Beach. Your day consists of meeting locals, discovering the local plant life, and a swim on a beach where loggerhead sea turtles come to lay their eggs.

This excursion is a must for guests visiting Boavista from July to October!! Starting in November, we offer the tour to see slipperies and bring them into the water, so save them from their enemies the crab! We conduct the excursion in a small group. and each guest will see the entire process of laying eggs. In addition, each participant has enough time to take photos and/or film. We conduct our own Turtlewatch tours and do not give our guests to an agency. Turtlewatch runs from mid-July to November! Reserve your seats now!

Book this private tour to check out the beauty of both Boa Vista Island and Viana Desert, with other stops at Fatima Church, and the old boat “Cabo Santa Maria.” Your guide will organize all the details for you, so you just need to enjoy your day out. Round-trip hotel transfers are included too, to keep things running smoothly.

This will take you on an active adventure to places where even locals don´t come often. During this tour you''ll go off road, visit the shipwreck, drive up the mountain and walk into the canyon. See beautiful views, swim at hidden beaches and finish with a drink at a ocean front restaurant. - Your guide pick you up at your hotel between 8:30 and 9:00 a.m. - The tour starts with a drive through rua pittoreska. Via this remote way we'll drive up to shipwreck cabo santa maria. The shipwreck has been here since 1968. It ran aground because of human error. - Next stop you'll drive up to the mountain overlooking the coast of the island. We'll walk down into the canyon. You end on the beach and walk to the fatima chapel with panoramic view overlooking the sea. - Next you'll walk to a remote beach where you'll have a swim. You finish with a drink at a beach front restaurant. The team hope to see you soon and show you all the beautiful things Boa Vista has to offer!

The only Night Tour available in Boa Vista. You will explore the Viana Desert at Night, one the wonders of Cape Verde, and drive through the "Via Pitoresca" to reach the Church of Fatima, before heading back to Sal Rei

“Discover the breathtaking beauty of Boa Vista with our Seaside Tour. explore historic sites, majestic dunes, and relax on beautiful beaches. Perfect for a quick and unforgettable adventure!”

Discover Boa Vista's spirit and culture on a thrilling island tour! Visit Santa Monica Beach, Povoação Velha, Varandinha Beach, Sand Dunes, Beach Bar, Local food, ShipWreck and more. Dive into adventure today! Start at Santa Monica Beach, a pristine paradise, and savor a 'free massage' in our 4x4 vehicles. Immerse in untouched beauty with white sands and turquoise waters. Visit Povoação Velha, the island's oldest village, rich in culture and souvenirs. Explore Varandinha, home to hidden caves and protected beach from July till October due loggerhead sea turtles. Enjoy sandboarding at Morro de Areia and a traditional lunch at Perola de Chaves Restaurant. Then, delve into history at the 55-year-old Shipwreck on Cabo Santa Maria Beach, where captivating stories await. Book today and create everlasting memories!

Imagine a perfect white blanket formed by Sand Dunes, where you ll feel like a child jumping and exploring the freedom, then big Cave formed by Volcano eruption facing the sea, where your imagination will bring pirates hiding some treasures in the past, a stunning beach with 11,5 kilometers of white Sandy beach asking you to dive in its crystal clear water!!! Now combine all of that in a single expedition and get the best experience of your holidays. We even offer the best 4x4 truck for comfort and safety guaranteed. Join us and … Visit, Explore, Evolve.

Experience the Magic of Boa Vista with Our Guided Tour! Step into the world of pottery at the charming Rabil pottery school, explore the captivating shipwreck on Cape Santa María beach, and find solace at Fatima's Chapel. The adventure doesn't stop there – we'll take you on a journey through the vibrant city of Sal Rei. But that's not all; your taste buds are in for a treat too! We'll make a pit stop at Sodade Restaurant where you can savor a delicious and mouthwatering taste with Homemade products, Snacks and Drinks. Don't miss the chance to join us on this extraordinary tour and make unforgettable memories on the enchanting island of Boa Vista.

We cross the whole of Boa Vista Island on the famous cobblestone road created by the farmers of the north, to reach the Ervatao nature reserve, an ideal place for the Carreta Carreta turtles to lay their eggs, which normally takes place from June to October. A beautiful beach and a gigantic and secular baobab. We then continue to the Morro Nero lighthouse and the typical colorful and flowery villages, where time seems to have stopped. The round trip takes about 1 hour each way, you can stop to take pictures when you wish. MINIMUM 3 PAX

Off-road through luscious landscapes and be charmed by Boa Vista's untouched beauty on this action-packed 4x4 tour. Roberto, one of our local guides, says, ‘The Viana desert is Boa Vista's very own chunk of the Sahara. Its sand is blown in from western Africa, creating huge dunes, which we'll rally up and down.' Leave no stone unturned as you visit the shipwreck on Santa Maria beach, before stopping in Sal Rei village and Povoaçao Velha. Plus, there's lunch by the sea in a beachfront restaurant.

We'd love to take you on a trip to show you places where most of the tourist don't come! First stop: Fonte vicente Oasis. See the the baobab tree, try nuts & baobab juice, rest on a swing and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Next stop: Curral Velho. This village was abandoned in the 19th century after continues pirate attacks. Next stop: salt lake. (Free salt souvenir) Next stop: morro negro lighthouse (163). Here we´ll do the local liquor tasting. Try local spirits: Grogue & Pontche. Next stop: the colorfull town of Fundo das Figueiras to have lunch in the banana plant garden. We'll visit the "Centro de Interpretação Ambiental", this is a museum that focusses on the conservation of sea turtles and wildlife. If that is not really your thing, then you can explore the townn instead. We'll drive via route 66 to the viana desert where we finish the tour with some sandboarding at one of the most beautiful landscapes of the island. We hope to see you soon on beautiful Boa vista!

In this beautiful excursion we will visit the old fishing village Spinguera, now Ecolodge, the favorite beach for kite surfing Ponta Antonia, the beach with the famous Cabo Santa Maria shipwreck and the impressive Viana Desert. Round trip takes about 40 minutes each way. MINIMUM 3 PAX

From July until October, we find this spectacle down the beach in the evening where big females come to lay their eggs inside the special nests all made by themselves. This beauty is protected by the government with massive support of the locals who engages the conservancy project every year. Nowadays, there are many associations and ONGs with international support who help the conservancy and protection program. There are a limit of tours and people per night per beach to not disturb the turtle processes, (each operator has a limit number of guests per visit). Immerse yourself in this adventure and get an experience that will last a lifetime. During our tour you’ll experience the turtle: - preparing very accurately the nest, - laying very carefully the eggs - covering the eggs thoroughly with sand - returning to the sea very quietly Enjoy our Turtle expeditions led by trained staff who love these amazing, endangered creatures.

Witness the Thrilling Turtle Nesting in Boa Vista! From July 1st to October 30th, experience one of Boa Vista’s most exciting adventures: up-close observation of sea turtles nesting in protected areas of the Norte Natural Park. Guided by local experts, this night tour brings you into direct contact with nature while respecting the turtles’ habitat. You’ll witness the ancient ritual of Caretta caretta turtles—from their arrival on the beach to digging nests and laying eggs—while learning about conservation efforts protecting this endangered species. More than an activity, this is an authentic, transformative experience—perfect for those seeking meaningful travel. Book now for a unique blend of excitement, education, and wildlife protection in Cape Verde!

This tour offers a blend of adventure, history, and cultural immersion. Experience the thrill of sandboarding, explore historical landmarks, learn about the local culture, and see wildlife. It’s a tour that truly captures the spirit of Boa Vista. Boa Vista Island, one of the first islands discovered by the Portuguese in the 15th century, is among the most beautiful and peaceful in Cape Verde. As the second most touristic island in the archipelago, it is characterized by stunning white sand beaches and sandy deserts, conveying peace, tranquility, and security. Don't miss the chance to get to know the island, its charms, and its people. The best way to experience Cape Verde is with local people!

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.'

Get ready for an unforgettable 4-hour Quad Bike adventure across Boa Vista’s southern coast. Follow our expert local guides on a thrilling ride that takes you to some of the island’s most breathtaking spots. Your journey begins at the towering Chamine of Praia de Chaves, a fascinating landmark that stands against the vast ocean backdrop. From there, ride on to the stunning Morro de Areia Dunes, where endless stretches of golden sand meet the Atlantic Ocean—a sight that truly captures Boa Vista’s untouched beauty. Next, experience the rugged charm of Praia de Varandinha, a secluded beach with spectacular cliffs and hidden caves. Take a moment to explore or simply soak in the view of the Atlantic crashing against the shore. Finally, you’ll arrive at Povoação Velha, the island’s oldest village, where traditional charm and local life offer a glimpse into Boa Vista’s rich culture. For those looking to experience Boa Vista beyond the usual, this is a must-do.

'' Embark on the Sahara Sand Track and explore Boa Vista’s unique desert landscapes. Experience the majestic dunes and dive deeper to uncover the island’s hidden gems. ''

Why turtle watching with Rotcha-Tours? A professional, well-coordinated team that eliminates unnecessary walking on the beaches. Because we work with radio and send the guys ahead with whom we are in constant contact. We will pick you up from your hotel or holiday accommodation at around 6 p.m. After about an hour's drive, we will reach the nature reserve on the east coast of Boa Vista, where 80% of the egg laying takes place. I ask you to wear good shoes and dark and warm clothing! Sometimes we have to be patient, depending on when we can observe the egg laying, we are back at around 11 p.m. 99.9% sighting guarantee.