Duration: | 6 Hour(s) - 0 Minute(s) |
Tour Category: | Full Day Tours |
SHORT TOUR DESCRIPTION
Discover the highlights of Sal on this full-day tour with included lunch and hotel transfers. Watch lemon sharks in their natural environment very closely; see the impressive “Blue Eye,” float in the world's second-saltiest water in Salt Crater and more.
DETAILED TOUR DESCRIPTION
Get picked up from your accommodation and depart toward Santa Maria. There, get to know the history of the city, which has transformed from the exploration of salt to the biggest tourist city in Cape Verde. Next, explore the white sand and warm water of Kite Beach, one of the best places in the world to practice kite surfing and where the world kite surfing championships are usually held.
Your tour continues to the natural bay of Murdeira from where you can enjoy the beautiful views of Lion Mountain. Then, meet locals and fishermen at the fishing village of Palmeira. Have a chance to see all the activity of selling fresh fish. After that, travel to Burracona to see "Blue Eye" (one of the 7 wonders of the country) and admire its beautiful and natural swimming pool. Next, explore Espargos, the economic center of the island. There, you can buy souvenirs and taste the local Morabeza.
Your tour progresses to Pedra de Lume Beach and its salt crater, an old salt farm located below sea level. The water in the lagoons from which the salt is extracted is 27 times saltier than seawater. Bring your book and enjoy reading while floating in the world's second saltiest water, an unforgettable experience. Continue towards Miragem and see the effects of water illusions in the desert. Finally, experience Shark Bay and watch lemon sharks in their natural environment very closely. The tour includes lunch and concludes with drop-off at your accommodation.
HIGHLIGHTS
Explore the most tourist-friendly city in Cape Verde, Santa Maria
Get a taste of local life in the fishing village of Palmeira
Marvel at the “Blue Eye” in Buracona, one of the 7 wonders of the country
Float in the world's second-saltiest water in Pedra de Lume
Walk very closely with lemon sharks in Shark Bay
DURATION Every day from 9 am to 3 pm (6 hours)
PRODUCT CODE: SID01
INCLUSIONS: Transportation, hotel pick up and drop off, lunch (fish or meat + dessert + water), and guiding service (English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish).
EXCLUSIONS: Entrance fees (for Blue Eye, for Salinas), drinks, and personal expenses.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Please bring sandals/flip-flops, a towel, a hat, swimwear, and sunscreen
Subject to the minimum number of participants
Printed or mobile vouchers accepted
Instant confirmation. Cut-off time: 12 hours before the scheduled starting time.