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Book a trip with 100% security, and explore the best of Sal island in 1 day. Improves your health and rejuvenate yourself in the salty waters of the saline. Discover one of the best kite beaches in the world and taste the best of local cuisine all that with the best professionals on this island.
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Full-day tour - Salt Mine, Blue Eye, Shark Watch and Kite Beach
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Discover the stunning Salt Island on a private tour tailored for your group or family. Enjoy a comfortable ride in an air-conditioned vehicle while exploring the main sights, guided by a certified Expert fluent in Portuguese, English, Italian, Spanish and French. The tour includes a convenient search and delivery service at your hotel, providing a stress-free experience. Optional entrance fees for attractions such as the salines and the Blue Eye add flexibility to your adventure. Perfect for families and small groups seeking a unique and personalized exploration of this beautiful island. - Private tour exclusively for your group or family, ensuring a personalized experience - Comfortable vehicle with air conditioning for your trip through the Island of Salt - Certificate Guide available in several languages for your convenience - Optional entrance fees for attractions, allowing you to personalize your visit
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Private Tour to Sal Island Personalized Experience for Group
4 to 7 hours
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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.
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Private Full-Day Tour of Sal Island
7 to 8 hours
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Try kitesurfing for the first time or improve your skills with private and group lessons on Sal Island in Cape Verde. Available for all levels and conducted by experienced instructors, the lessons include a mandatory land session for beginners and participant assessment to ensure safety. Experience this kitesurfing hotspot known for its ideal winds, making Cape Verde, especially Sal Island, popular among kitesurfers.
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Kite Surf Lessons on Sal Island
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Discover the hidden treasures of Sal Island on an exhilarating full-day off-road adventure. Journey through breathtaking landscapes and uncover secret locales with a dedicated guide in a robust 4x4 vehicle. This tour offers an immersive cultural experience, providing insider knowledge and unforgettable encounters with local traditions and communities. Perfect for adventure seekers and families alike, the customizable itinerary ensures a unique and personalized journey, making it an exceptional way to experience the island's true essence. Indulge in the freedom to explore at your own pace and create lasting memories on this unparalleled expedition.
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4x4 Off Road Full-Day Private Tour - Sal Island Hidden Secrets
7 to 8 hours
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A native and professional tour guide will pick you up from your hotel and after an informative transfer trip of approximately 30 minutes, you will reach the eastern part of the island, on the beach with the natural nursery rife with lemon sharks, which is a light brown, sand-coloured shark,in its natural environment. These sharks pose no threat to humans. To enter the water you should wear water shoes or crocs for walking on rocky surfaces. The Lemon Shark is medium to large in size and its scientific name is Negaprion Brevirostris. After spending 40 minutes learning all about sharks, you will be taken back to your lodge or hotel where you were caught. Water shoes suitable for the surface area included for your safety and convenience.
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Sal Island: Private Tour Shark Bay Experience from Santa Maria
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Salinas serves to forget the stress of everyday life, not having to leave the island without bathing in the saline thermal water, where Spas, whirlpool and relaxation are available to all, free of charge. Scientifically, the medicinal action of its salty waters is recognized for its cicatrizing, detoxifying and metabolic-stimulating power due to the mineral substances contained there. In the popular knowledge there is an even greater healing power in this water. The place has a fascinating lake where anyone can bathe and float even without knowing how to swim.
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Island Pedra de Lume Salt Lake Private Trip from Santa Maria
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This is a unique opportunity to see loggerhead sea turtles in their natural habitat, wild and free, laying eggs. You will be guided by expert local and international guides in a respectful way that will not disturb the turtles. This exclusive excursion also includes a Glamping Tent for you to rest in during the experience. An added benefit of this experience is that some of your ticket price goes towards beach cleanups on Sal Island to keep it clean, protecting the turtles and other ocean life.
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Private Turtle Watching Experience
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Mother Nature might as well have designed the beaches and dunes of Sal for quad biking – because they're ideal for this adrenaline-pumping activity. We'll take you to the world-famous Kite Beach in the southeast of the island for an experience that'll get your races pulsing. You can choose either a two or four-hour quad ride. You'll be picked up from your hotel and we'll soon be making a beeline for the island's famous salt plains. Once you've trundled past Serra Negra mountains and the white salt flats, you won't be far from Kite Beach. This beach gets its name from the legions of kitesurfers who come here for the huge swells and high winds. This excursion is almost a whistle-stop tour of the island – with a rip-roaring bit of fun in a quad being the icing on the cake.
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Half Day Sal Quad Bike Tour
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Prepare for an extraordinary adventure through the captivating landscapes of Sal Island. Get picked up in your accommodation and explore the picturesque village of Murdeira, ascend Lion Mountain for breathtaking views, then explore the charming fishing village of Palmeira, where you will meet locals. Take a dip in the beautiful natural pool of “Blue Eye'' at Buracona, if weather permits, before indulging in a delectable Cape Verdean lunch. As you drive to Miragem you will enjoy enchanting water displays. Discover Espargos, the island's main city, before unwinding at Shark Bay, where you can marvel at Lemon Sharks. Conclude your adventure with a visit to Pedra de Lume for a unique experience in the salt flats. In just one day, this captivating journey promises unforgettable moments and a true taste of Cape Verde.
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Turtle Nesting Guided Tour in Santa Maria Sal
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Embark on the best full-day tour to Ilha do Sal in Cape Verde. Let yourself be enveloped by the magic of the Atlantic, where the sun paints the sky over golden beaches. Immerse yourself in the local culture, creating unforgettable memories in this island paradise. Come and experience the charm of Cape Verde with us, exploring Sal Island on a day full of discoveries and memorable moments that will remain etched in your memory forever as a wonderful time spent savouring the best of what life has to offer!
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Full Day Tour in Sal Island
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Explore the charms of Sal Island with our Pick-Up Tour, an experience that combines comfort and adventure. This tour takes you to the island’s most iconic sites, allowing you to discover stunning landscapes, unique natural phenomena and the authentic culture of Cape Verde. Always accompanied by an experienced local guide, guarantees a journey full of fascinating stories and unforgettable moments.
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Salt Island: Back to the Island in Pick Up
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Looking for the perfect afternoon escape? Join our Adults-Only Catamaran Cruise and enjoy a unique blend of sailing, tapas, bubbles, and ocean views — all in a relaxed, child-free atmosphere. We’ll take you along the beautiful southwest coast of Sal Island, where you’ll soak up the sun, sip sparkling wine, and enjoy freshly prepared tapas-style snacks. With an open bar, plenty of space to lounge, and a stop for swimming or snorkeling in Santa Maria Bay, this is the ideal mix of comfort, taste, and sea breeze. Whether you're celebrating something special or just want a moment of peace on the water, this trip delivers relaxation, flavor, and unforgettable views — all for adults only.
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Catamaran Cruise – Tapas & Bubbles (Adults Only)
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Enjoy a private tour and discover the city of Espargos and the relaxed way of life of the capital of Sal island. Explore its streets and go on the hunt for fascinating street art. Meet the locals and experience the Morabeza, the hospitality of Sal. Learn more about Sal island with your expert local guide and taste the typical tapas - local flavors.
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2.5 Hours Private Tour in Espargos City and Sal Island
2 hours 30 minutes
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Go off road in a rugged island buggy to explore Santa Maria on this half-day adventure. In a 500cc automatic buggy (two passengers per buggy), get to know the island's highlights, including the nature reserve of Serra Negra and the mirage at Terra Boa. Round-trip hotel transportation included.
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Sal Island: 4H Buggy Adventure Coast-to-Coast - 1000cc
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Enjoy the underwater life of Sal on this guided snorkeling tour in Santa Maria. Explore local reefs and discover vibrant marine life such as tropical fish, rays, turtles, and eels in the crystal-clear waters of Cape Verde.
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Snorkeling Tour
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At the tour we will do everything so that the customer have a good experience with the animal only ask for patience because it is a nature tour.
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Observation of the Marine Turtle Desova
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Our tours is the best on the Sal Island. We come with a full total package for your full satisfaction. This includes Catamaran Buggy Quad, Jet Ski and horse riding.
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Sal Island Private 4WD Tour Experience
4 to 5 hours
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Explore the beautiful waters around Santa Maria when you book this catamaran for just you and your private party. The captain and crew will take care of you so you can just enjoy the sail. You’ll see famous landmarks, have the chance to swim with the sealife, and relax with provided beverages like coffee, softdrinks, beer, or cava. This is great for the whole family.
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Catamaran Tour Sal
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Experience a unique moment in nature with the experience of turtle harvesting in Santa Maria. For three hours, observe these majestic creatures in their natural habitat as they lay their eggs on protected beaches. A certified Guide will accompany the activity, providing valuable information on turtle conservation and ensuring a safe and educational experience. Prepare for an authentic encounter with nature that not only delights, but also educates on the importance of preserving marine species.
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Tortoise Desove Experience in Santa Maria
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Experience an exclusive adventure on our catamaran with all-inclusive drinks, snacks, fishing, diving, and more – multilingual crew included!
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Private Catamaran Tour Half Day
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Experience an exclusive adventure on our catamaran with a BBQ onboard, freshly grilled fish, fishing, diving and more – multilingual crew included!
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Private Catamaran Tour Full day
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