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Explore the beautiful waters off the coast of Sal when you board this catamaran adventure from Santa Maria. Join a small group and sail along the southwest coast of the island to observe the beautiful scenery. This tour is a great opportunity to observe local wildlife, like turtles, dolphins, and even whales, onboard and with provided snorkel gear.
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Catamaran Half Day - Beautiful day on the Atlantic Ocean
3 hours
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Se você está chegando no Aeroporto Internacional Amílcar Cabral (SID) de Sal e precisa chegar a Santa Maria para começar suas férias ou voltar para casa no final de sua viagem, descobrir a rota certa pode ser complicado. Tire o estresse da viagem com este pacote de transferência de aeroporto. Salte na parte traseira de um carro privado e deixe que seu motorista o entregue diretamente ao seu destino.
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Sal Island Private Airport Transfer: SID Airport to Santa Maria
20 to 30 minutes
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Há muitas jóias escondidas para experimentar na ilha de Sal, mas a maioria dos viajantes nunca tem a chance de explorá-las. Nesta excursão de dia inteiro para pequenos grupos, aproveite uma combinação de pontos turísticos naturais e urbanos enquanto descobre desertos salinos, arte de rua e piscinas vulcânicas. Você até terá a chance de ver tubarões limões nativos em seu habitat natural.
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Sal Island Full-Day Tour with Native Certified Guide
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Sal Island is one of the highlights of Cape Verde, but with no public transport, it’s tricky to get around without your own wheels. On this tour, skip the hassle of renting a car and let a local guide drive you to all the top attractions—and some lesser-known viewpoints. Marvel at natural wonders, including Shark Bay and Buracona Blue Eye, visit Kite Beach and Murdeira Bay, and float in the Pedra de Lume Salt Lake.
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Sal Island Full-Day Tour with Native Guide, Lunch & Entry Fees
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Discover a side of Sal Island that most visitors never experience. Instead of beaches and resorts, explore the island's capital with a certified local guide, meet local residents and experience Cape Verdean morabeza in everyday life. Admire colorful street art, learn about the island's history and development, enjoy traditional Cape Verdean tapas and take in panoramic views over much of Sal Island. This small-group experience offers an authentic insight into the culture, flavors and local life of Cape Verde.
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Sal Island: Espargos City Tour, Local Life & Cape Verde Tapas
2 hours 30 minutes
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Our tour is done with 100% certified local guides with a small group on a pickup or a minivan where you will have time to dive into the natural pools to see the sharks in their natural environment, float in a saltwater volcanic boiler.
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Return to the island in pick-up (Jip /safary tour 4*4 on the island of salt
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Experience an unforgettable day on Sal Island with our half-day tour to Shark Bay and the Salt Lakes of Pedra de Lume. Get up close and personal with baby lemon sharks in their natural habitat and witness the unique beauty of the salt mines. Accompanied by our expert guides, you will have the opportunity to enter the water and experience an exhilarating interaction with these majestic creatures. Afterwards, visit the nearby Salt Lakes of Pedra de Lume, where you can float in the salty natural pool, take in the stunning scenery, and learn about the history and significance of the salt mines. Our knowledgeable guides will provide insights into the behavior and biology of the lemon sharks, as well as the history of the salt mines, and will be happy to answer any questions you may have. Join us for a day of adventure and discovery on Sal Island!
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3-Hour Shark Bay and Salt Lakes in Sal Island Guided Tour
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Sal Island has beautiful beaches and towns waiting to be explored but going on your own takes a lot of planning and researching. Instead, book this Sal Island Full-Day Tour from Santa Maria and go with a guide who knows the best places to stop and see. Fit in Palmeira, Espargos, and Pedra Lume in just a couple of hours and return to Santa Maria when this tour is over.
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Sal Island Full day adventure: Shark Bay, Blue eye, Salt Lake.
4 to 5 hours
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We will pick you up from your hotel by minibus at 9:00 AM. We will begin the tour traveling south on Sal Island, where we will see the Santa Maria pier and the salt flats. We will continue our tour through the Terra Boa desert, whose landscapes will surprise us with a curious mirage. Our next stop will be in the island's administrative capital, Espargos, where you will have an hour of free time to enjoy lunch on your own. With our energies recharged, we will climb to a famous viewpoint to admire the views of the island. The tour continues towards the shores of Parda Bay, famous for being the natural habitat of lemon sharks. Nearby are the Pedra de Luma salt flats. In the vicinity, there are a series of lagoons where, like in the Dead Sea, you can float in the waters. A perfect opportunity to tone your skin naturally!
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Santa Maria Visit to the salt mine and blu eye and and shark bay
6 hours
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With a unique combination of quality and affordability, this experience offers an incredible opportunity to explore the stunning Island of Sal for less. In addition, you will have the chance to meet and interact with other people who are also participating in the tour, creating new friendships and sharing experiences. Our expert team will ensure you receive exceptional service throughout your journey. Take advantage of this unmissable opportunity to discover the wonders of Sal Island, meet new people and create unforgettable memories. Book now and embark on this extraordinary adventure!
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Sal Island in a Group - A Full Day Exploring the Highlights
6 to 8 hours
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Escape the crowded beaches and admire Sal’s coastline from a fresh perspective during an adults-only catamaran cruise that promises a more peaceful experience than standard sails. Swim at spots between Palmeira and Monte Leão that are difficult to reach by land, and enjoy all-inclusive drinks, so you don’t have to worry about hidden costs.
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Sal Island All-inclusive Adults-only Catamaran Cruise
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Day or half day tour accompanied DE a local Guide, qualified and certified by the beaches, villas and cities OF the island accompanied by information on history and culture
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Excursion Volta Island full tour
6 to 7 hours
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It will be an experience you have never had before and that you will remember for the rest of your life. It's the best nature excursion we have on the island, our natural Discovery Channel in Sal.
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Sea Turtle Nesting Observation on Sal Island
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Set sail on a relaxing catamaran cruise along the stunning western coast of Sal. Departing from Palmeira, the journey takes you to the picturesque Murdeira Bay, where you can swim and snorkel in crystal-clear waters. Keep an eye out for dolphins and whales, especially from February to May, as you enjoy onboard refreshments, snacks, and lively music. This tour is perfect for those seeking a blend of relaxation and adventure in a marine reserve rich in wildlife, including sea turtles and seabirds. - Enjoy a scenic catamaran cruise along Sal's coastline - Swim and snorkel in the beautiful Murdeira Bay - Spot dolphins and whales on your return journey (February to May) - Relax with snacks and drinks while enjoying onboard entertainment
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Sal Island Catamaran cruise with All Inclusive Drinks and Snacks
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Heighten your chances of spotting lemon sharks on a half-day tour that showcases the marine creatures in their natural habitat. You’ll learn much more about the fish than you would alone, with the help of a marine biologist, as you venture out to Shark Bay and watch them in the wild.
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Lemon Shark Experience from Sal
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See the highlights of Sal Island in the company of a certified tour guide that will introduce you to the island, its locals and sights, and Cape Verde in general. There's a lot to see here and figuring out a tour plan on your own is challenging. This family-friendly excursion takes the guesswork out of the equation. You'll visit Ponta Preta, Murdeira, Espargos, the fishing village of Palmeira, the natural pools of Buracona, and more.
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All inclusive full-Day Tour in Sal Island (Lunch and all fees included)
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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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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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Enjoy an unforgettable day on the island of Sal with our half-day tour to the Bay of the Shark and the Salines of Pedra de Lume, where you can observe the lemon sharks in their natural habitat and marvel at the unique beauty of the salines. Accompanied by our expert guides, you will have the opportunity to enter the water and experience an exciting interaction with these beautiful creatures of nature. This species of lemon shark is not aggressive, although it is necessary to follow carefully all the recommendations of your Guide. To conclude our trip, we head to the salines of Pedra de Lume, where you can contemplate the stunning landscape of the salines, float in the natural saltwater pool and learn about the interesting history of the place and the island in general.
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Visit the Shark Bay on the island of Sal
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Discover the best that the island of Sal has to offer as you embark on a full-day sightseeing tour. Join a small group for a journey across the whole island, stopping for a closer look at key landmarks. Visit villages, viewpoints, an underwater cave, beaches, a salt crater, and much more in just one day. While you explore, your guide provides context on the history and culture of the island.
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join us in this excursion of Sal island
6 to 7 hours
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Explore Sal Island on a private tour designed specifically for families with children! Discover the magic DA Sal Island with your family on a private 4x4 ride designed to ensure fun, safety and unforgettable moments for all ages! This tour was designed to be interactive and relaxing, with exciting stops, fascinating stories and enough time to enjoy each place at its own pace. ✨ Why choose this tour? Perfect for families - Personalised and flexible itinerary, tailored for children and adults. Major highlights DA island - Explore Salinas DE Pedra DE Lume, the Shark Bay, the Conchas Beach and more. Comfort and safety - Travel in a 4x4 vehicle with comfortable boarding and panoramic views. Educational fun - Get to know nature, marine life and Cape Verdean culture DE engaging way. Designed for children - Interactive activities and stops suitable for the youngest.
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Private Tour Guaranteed Fun for Families and Children
6 to 7 hours
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With long stretches of unspoilt beach and a rich cultural heritage – Sal has all the ingredients for a perfect day trip. This tour packs in the best sights, including Buracona lagoon and Pedra de Lume salt flats. To top it off, there's a traditional Cape Verdean lunch, and you'll get a glimpse of laidback, local life in Espargos and Palmeira. Rodrigo, one of our local guides, says, ‘Pedra de Lume is in the middle of a volcanic crater, and you reach it via a tunnel. You can sometimes pick up compressed salt crystals the size of a golf ball, while at other times the salt is so hard that you walk on the pans.'
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Full Day Adults Only Tour of Sal with Lobster Lunch and Salt Lake
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Set out on an unforgettable clear kayak experience along the sparkling coastline of Santa Maria Bay or Bikini Beach! Glide across turquoise waters and enjoy an amazing view of the vibrant marine world just below you. Guided by our friendly and professional local team, this one-hour adventure is designed for pure fun, discovery, and relaxation. We use two types of clear kayaks to ensure every guest enjoys the best experience possible: * Fully transparent kayaks: that offer a complete 360° view of the water below and around you * Dual-window kayaks: featuring two large crystal-clear panels beneath each seat, perfect for comfort and stability Your guide will choose the most suitable kayak for you based on sea conditions, weight balance, and experience level, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable ride for everyone. Get ready for a magical ocean adventure that’s all about fun, connection and discovery!
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Clear Kayak Santa Maria Sal Island 1 Hour Tour
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Discover Sal Island on a fully customizable private tour led by a native certified guide. Explore the island at your own pace, with the freedom to personalise the itinerary, spend more time at your favourite locations or skip stops according to your interests. Visit Sal Island's most iconic attractions, including Buracona's Blue Eye, Shark Bay, Pedra de Lume Salt Lake, Espargos, Palmeira, Murdeira Bay, Terra Boa Mirage, Kite Beach and Santa Maria, while discovering the island's history, culture, traditions and hidden gems through the eyes of a local. Upon request, your tour can also include the Viveiro Botanical Garden (optional entrance fee), Santa Maria's historic centre, hidden natural pools and other off-the-beaten-path locations, creating a truly exclusive experience tailored to you.
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Private Sal Island Tour with Native Certified Guide
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