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Sandboarding at the Morro de Arreia sanddunes

Explore the beautiful landscapes of Boa Vista on our half-day tour. Experience sandboarding on the Morro de Arreia sanddunes, and get up close with turtles and (baby) lemon or nurse sharks in their natural habitats at Turtle Bay and Shark Bay. Stand in de beautiful caves at Praia Varandinha and white sandy beach of Santa Monica. Finish of the tour with a tastings of traditional (alcoholic) drinks like Grogue and Pontche at a village bar in the first settlement. This tour is the ideal combi of the most beautiful landscapes of the island, wildlife and culture, with round-trip hotel transport included for your convenience. - Half-day tour showcasing Boa Vista's natural beauty and wildlife - Visit Turtle Bay and Shark Bay to see turtles and (baby) lemon/nurse sharks in their natural habitat - Enjoy sandboarding on the Morro de Arreia sanddunesdunes - Taste grogue & pontche in Boa Vista's first village, Povoçao Velha - Friendly local guides, who help you make memories of a lifetime

Boa Vista 4x4: Sharks, Turtles, Caves, Sandboard & Tasting tour

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Boa Vista Island: 4-Hour Rabil, Viana Desert & Shipwreck Tour

Boa Vista Island: 4-Hour Rabil, Viana Desert & Shipwreck Tour

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Fisherwoman at the fish market of Mindelo

Half Day Island Tour, Sao Vicente, 4h

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Full Day Island Highlights Best of São Vicente

Full Day Island Tour, Highlights of São Vicente

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Catamaran Makaira Half Day Tour

Enjoy a 3-hour tour on your beautiful Catamaran Makaira. Meet us at Porto de Palmeira, where your team will greet you. We offer hotel transfers to the departure point. After a quick check-in, we’ll transport you to the Catamaran Makaira using a dinghy. Onboard, find your perfect spot to relax in comfort. Your team will start with a safety briefing at the Porto de Palmeira. Sail along the west coast towards Monte Leão. Look out for sea turtles and, with luck, dolphins. We’ll stop for a swim in crystal-clear waters and snorkeling to explore marine life. Dolphins may also be spotted along the way. Enjoy good music, snacks, and drinks throughout the trip. We return to Porto de Palmeira at the end of the tour.

Catamaran Makaira Half Day Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Half-Day Sal Island Tour with Shark Experience from Santa Maria

Half-Day Sal Island Tour with Shark Experience from Santa Maria

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Full Day Santiago Island Tour

Full Day Santiago Island Tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Catamaran Half Day - Beautiful day on the Atlantic Ocean

Catamaran Half Day - Beautiful day on the Atlantic Ocean

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Boa Vista Catamaran Tour: All Inclusive Bay Cruise

Step aboard for a unique Catamaran Tour in Boa Vista, where relaxation, fun, and the beauty of the island come together in one amazing experience. From the moment you board our spacious catamaran, our friendly crew will make you feel welcomed and ready for a half-day out on the ocean. Enjoy the gentle breeze and let the rhythms of Cape Verdean music set the mood. Drinks and snacks are included, with everything from refreshing soft drinks to cocktails, plus a touch of elegance with a glass of Prosecco from our open bar. We’ll first circumnavigate the small Djeu Island, just off the coast of Sal Rei, before continuing along the coastline towards the bay in front of Praia de Chaves. The highlight of the tour is our stop near the islet, where you can dive into the warm Atlantic waters or simply relax on deck while enjoying a tasty snack. For extra comfort and fun, you’ll find snorkeling masks, life jackets, towels, and even a floating swimming pool waiting for you.

Boa Vista Catamaran Tour: All Inclusive Bay Cruise

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Fogo Island: Hiking Portela – 1995 Peak – 2014 Crater – Portela

Fogo Island: Hiking Portela – 1995 Peak – 2014 Crater – Portela

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Observation of sea turtles.

desova of sea turtles on the island of salt

3 hoursFree Cancellation

3h Intimate cruises on VIP motorboat - Cabo Verde Sal Santa Maria

Discover the beauty of Sal Island on an exclusive, intimate cruise aboard the new Sea Ray 210. The boat is equipped with a water sports tower! We are also the ONLY vessel on the island to offer such intimate cruises for up to six people, providing a unique and exceptional VIP experience! Half-Day Morning or Afternoon Cruise Choose a half-day Premium Relax cruise along the south, southwest, or west coast of Sal, with unlimited drinks, fruit, snacks, music, relaxation, swimming, and snorkeling. During the cruise, you'll see unique sites: a shell graveyard, a nature reserve visible from the ocean; the most beautiful beach on Ponta Preta; Bikini Beach; Black Beach; and, if you enjoy snorkeling, a sunken ship or the underwater statue of Jesus – just to name a few. NOTE: This cruise is available for a minimum of 2 people.

3h Intimate cruises on VIP motorboat - Cabo Verde Sal Santa Maria

3 hrs. Eco catamaran Adventure Marina in Sal Cape Verde

Set sail on an unforgettable 50-seat eco catamaran adventure along the crystal-clear coast of Sal, Cape Verde. Designed for all ages, this experience blends relaxed sailing with stops at secret coves for vibrant snorkelling. Enjoy a one-of-a-kind sunset with live Creole rhythms — perfect for families or friends seeking fun and spectacular scenery. Unlike conventional tours, the catamaran delivers a playful vibe with authentic flair, ideal for snapping memorable photos, diving into Atlantic beauty and cruising turquoise waters.

3 hrs. Eco catamaran Adventure Marina in Sal Cape Verde

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Half day: Monte Verde and Villages, São Vicente

Have the opportunity to Marvel at our beautiful contrasting coasts, take time for a swim. Experience life on the lived-in Villages of São Vicente. Visit the highest point on the Island and enjoy the views with a cup of coffee or tea at the Tea House Beaches, Villages and Monte Verde. Witness our Islands breathtaking arid landscapes, rugged mountains, oasis valleys, tranquil villages and stunning coastal beaches, it is a MUST SEE Island! It will be our pleasure to explore with you!

Half day: Monte Verde and Villages, São Vicente

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Santa Maria Visit to the salt mine and blu eye and and shark bay

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!

Santa Maria Visit to the salt mine and blu eye and and shark bay

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Mindelo

Designed by a group of travel experts, this excursion is aimed at travelers with a short stay on the island. This excursion was created to provide the traveler with a pleasant and worry-free day with guaranteed punctuality in pick-up and drop-off services. This tour was designed by a group of travel experts and is aimed at travelers with a short stopover on the island. This excursion was created to offer the traveler a pleasant and worry-free day with guaranteed punctuality in embarkation and disembarkation services. First you will visit some interesting points in Mindelo and then drive out of the city to enjoy the beauty of some small fishing villages, the highest point of the island as well as some beaches to enjoy.

Sao Vicente : Guided city tour + rural villages

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Boa Vista Grand Canyon Hidden Beaches Shipwreck Adventure

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!

Boa Vista Grand Canyon Hidden Beaches Shipwreck Adventure

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Sal Island: Guided Full-Day Highlights Tour with Lunch

Make the most of your time at Sal Island by booking this hassle-free tour that takes you to all of the island’s hot spots, and some secret ones you wouldn’t find on your own. The tour starts with hotel pickup to keep things simple, and then you’re on your way. Check out the kite surfing scene, views of Lion Mountain, fishing villages, the Blue Eye, and much more. Enjoy provided lunch, too, to keep you fueled up.

Sal Island: Guided Full-Day Highlights Tour with Lunch

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Peack of Antonia Mountain (Monte Pico de Antónia)

This activity is great for travelers looking to mix fitness and sightseeing. Travel to the Monte Tchota Natural Park and ascend 1400m - the highest point on Santiago Island. View endemic plants and birds and local agriculture. Depending on the season, you'll see corn, mango, coffee, or tomatoes growing. Visit the houses carved into the Longueira mountains and talk with a local family to hear more about the culture and life of the region.

Hiking: Monte Tchota Natural Park - Pico D’Antónia (1394m) - Longueira

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

The BIG Cave

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.

Half Day 4x4 Trip - Dunes, Caves, Santa Monica Beach & Village

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Sal Island: Guided Full-Day Highlights Tour with Lunch

Sal Island: Guided Full-Day Highlights Tour with Lunch

6 hoursFree Cancellation

4X4 Tour to Rabil, Shipwreck, Catholic Chapel and the City

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.

4X4 Tour to Rabil, Shipwreck, Catholic Chapel and the City

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Boa Vista Island: Half-day Tour + Santa Monica Beach by 4x4

Boa Vista Island: Half-day Tour + Santa Monica Beach by 4x4

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Santiago Island: 4-Hour Calabaceira Valley Hike & Guided Tour to Cidade Velha

Santiago Island: 4-Hour Calabaceira Valley Hike & Guided Tour to Cidade Velha

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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