Sal Island: Sal Experience with a native and certified guide

7 Hours

Have a Sal experience by visiting all the sights of the island (and not only!) With a local and native guide, who always love culture, history, music and art, and he licensed in tourism guide to show you that visit the island the best in Sal!

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Overview

Get out for an adventurous sightseeing tour that’s perfect to discover the desert, the beaches, the hidden treasures of this popular destination and more wilderness. This trip will take you to salt flats of Santa Maria and riding on its surrounding sand dunes before continuing to the white sands of Kite Beach. Get to know Pedra Lume Salt Caldera an extinct volcano filled with salty seawater (The Lake is the second saltiest lake after the Dead Sea, so you really do float much better than any normal sea or lake). In Palmeira at the Pier there are always locals doing fun jumps into the ocean. The fisherman will place the fish on the floor which you can buy at negotiable prices. This beach is the type of beach you see in commercials and never truly get to go to.
 
Enjoy a full day island tour and visit places like Espargos, Blue Eye, Kite Beach, Santa Maria, Miragem, Palmeira, and Murdeira. Swim in Salt Lake with your group, and have lunch at a local restaurant before going into the sea to see some lemon sharks. All this while you know the culture, history, music, art and gastronomy of the island.


About this activity

  • Duration: 7 hours
  • Starting time 9:00 AM
  • Skip the ticket line
  • Printed or mobile voucher accepted
  • Instant confirmation
  • Live tour guide
    •  English, Spanish, French, Portuguese and German
  • Pickup included
    • Hotel or accommodation reception, airport, or other starting point desired and previously agreed with the client. If you do not find your hotel or accommodation listed please send us your adress and we will pick you up from there. It is a yellow car.

Highlights

  • Explore Sal Island with an expert, local guide
  • Visit all island’s highlights, including Kite Beach, fishing village Palmeira, Santa Maria, Espargos and Mirage.
  • Watch lemon sharks swimming in their natural environment
  • Admire “Blue Eye”, one of the seven wonders of the island.
  • Unwind and relax with a swim at the natural thermal spa.
  • Visit 2 of the seven wonders of Cape Verde
  • Know culture, history, music, gastronomy and art with an expert and native guide, while having fun.
  • Take your trip off-road aboard a jeep 4×4, car or minibus.

Includes/Excludes

PRODUCT INCLUSIONS

  • Private transportation
  • Roundtrip transportation
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Skip-the-line tickets
  • Driver guide
  • On-site assistance
  • Expert and local guide
  • Liability insurance
  • Swim in a natural pool
  • Swim at saline thermal water, where spas, a whirlpool, and relaxation are available to all.
  • Shark Bay
  • Souvenir photos

PRODUCT EXCLUSIONS

  • Entrance fees (€3 for Blue Eye, €6 for Salinas)
  • Optional lunch menu (€11 per adult, €6 children) with one drink included. Delicious fish, meat, and seafood options.

Itinerary

See the most touristic city in Cape Verde. Know the history of the city that has transforamed from the exploration of the salt to the biggest tourist city in Cape Verde.
Duration: 20 minutes

Day 2 :
Kite beach

One of the best places in the world to practice kitesurf, usually chosen to hold the world kite surfing championships. is located on the east of the island.
Duration: 20 minutes

Natural reserve of the bay of the Murdeira, which has great diversity of corals and fish, and we can enjoy the beautiful view of the lion mountain.
Duration: 15 minutes

Palmeira fishing village, a simple place where people take their sustenance from fishing and work in the port.
We can see the arrivals of the craft boats and see all the activity around the sale of fish.
Duration: 20 minutes

To see the effect of water illusions in the desert.
Duration: 10 minutes

You will visit Pedra de lume, the first village in Sal, founded in 1804, to learn about the history and development of the local economy based on the export of salt. Also to see the centuries-old houses, boats and the cable car used in the old salt transport.
Duration: 10 minutes

Self service with varieties: Cachupa (typical CapeVerde dish, grilled fresh fish, chicken, meat, salads, vegetables and other side dishes. Depending on the day also Cod with Cream (typical Portuguese dish).
Vegan and vegetarian options.
Included: 01 drink, 01 dessert and 01 coffee.
Duration: 60 minutes

Have the experience to see the lemon sharks in their natural environment.
Duration: 30 minutes

Salinas are the main tourist attraction in the area. The only saline in the world located inside the caldera of an extinct volcano. Recently considered a protected landscape that has a unique view with the salt-covered soil whose colors vary from turquoise to pinkish white.
An old exploration of mineral salt that started in 1805, and that motivated the settlement of Sal Island.
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.
The place has a fascinating lake where anyone can bathe and float even without knowing how to swim.
Duration: 40 minutes

Day 10 :

See blue eye, one of the seven wonders of the island, and their natural pool surrounded by volcanic rocks.
Buracona also known as “Olho Azul” (Blue eye) is a cave in which the reflection of the sun gives shape to a blue eye in its turquoise waters. If the weather conditions are ideal we make a stop for a swim on the pool.
Duration: 60 minutes

Preparing for the activity

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
  • Most travelers can participate, however it is not accessible for wheelchairs and not recommended for people with back problems.
  • Stroller accessible.
  • Near public transportation.
  • Infant seats available.
  • Please bring a bottle of water, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, swimsuit, water shoes (if you have one), flip-flops and towels.

Questions and Answers

Does this activity offer hotel pickup and drop-off?

Yes, it offers pickup and drop off at all hotels on the island. For hotels in the city of Palmeira there is an extra fee of 6 euros per group up to 4 people. The remaining cities are free.

We have a booking for the 18th January, just wanted to check the pick up point is the melia dunas resort.

Yes we offer transfer from and to Meliã Dunas and every hotel in Santa Maria city .

How can I book and pay cash?

You can send your enquiry via the form below or

contact us by
Whatsap +2385890035
E-mail booking.salexperiences@gmail.com
Facebook @Salexperience
Instagram @salexperiences

We will book your trip and you pay at the day of the activity. We will be happy to welcome you and give you a great experience.

Do you also offer private tours and if yes how can we discuss details about this.

Yes we also offer private tours, please send your enquiry via the form below or

contact us by
Whatsap +2385890035
E-mail booking.salexperiences@gmail.com
Facebook @Salexperience
Instagram @salexperiences

We will be happy to offer you our competitive rates for touristics adventures in Sal. Our reservation manager will work closely with you providing you with professional help and preparing comprehensive quotes tailored to your requirements and goals.

I would like to book; but I cannot sit in the back of a truck, only inside, please advice

We have various types of car from 4×4, executive SUV and mini bus, all new comfortable and air-conditioned to suit your needs. Please contact us with the request.

How long is the tour in total?

Its about seven hour, including 1h stop for lunch

I have two kids (4 and 7 years). Are there shorter versions of this tour with the eye, sharks & salt lakes as I think the full version might be too long for them

Yes, we also have half day tour that can be in group or private if you like so. However we have had children this age or younger and it runs beautifully and they usually enjoy.

Is this suitable for a 16 month old child?

Yes, it is and we have a baby chair available to ensure comfort and safety for the baby.

Do you pick up from Funana hotel?

Yes, from any desire point. At the time of reservation look for your hotel/acommodation in the list, if you do not find it use the free text field to indicate where you would like us to meet with you.

Also Does anyone know if you can swim with the Lemon Sharks separately without doing the whole tour?

Yes, it is possible. We have an activity called Shark bay experience, please consult Trip Types -> Natural and Wildlife tours.

On behalf of my friend; are there many toilet stops on route?

Yes, there’s a toilet at the Salt Lakes, blue eyes, Palmeira, Kite beach and one at the restaurant where you stop for lunch.

On the tour are you able to go in the water with the sharks?

Yes, the tour guides will drive you along to the beach, let you get ready and take you to the sharks who will swim around you! Really cool experience, would highly recommend!

Do you also offer half day island tours?

Yes, please see at Trip Types >Half day trips

what language is the tour in?

The guide speaks and understands Spanish, Portuguese, French, English and German fluently.

Are these tours done in Jeeps and if so are they comfortable for children? Or on vans?

The tour is done in a 4×4 jeep, mini bus or executive SUV, the 4×4 jeep has space for 4 people inside the cabine and 4 people in the open sky, the mini bus and executive SUV have all seats inside, usually customers prefer the open sky, however, if you are on a group tour on th 4×4, the group switches halfway through the tour so that everyone can experience ride outside.

Usually what is the maximum number of people participating in the tour?

Normally 8 people per car in the 4×4 transport, in case of rain or larger groups 12 in the 16-seater mini bus and 20 in the 30-seater mini bus.

Will it be suitable for young children?

Yes, it is recommended for children and they usually love it. Our guide is very adept at entertaining the children and they get along very well. If you feel comfortable doing the tour please make yourself available, it will be a pleasure to welcome you here.

What to bring?

Bottle of water
Comfortable shoes
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Swimwear
Towel
Sunscreen
Water shoes

Not suitable for

Wheelchair users

I am travelling with a backpack, can I take it?

Yes, as long as it fits under the seat or in front of you. Luggage or large bags are not allowed.

I am travelling with a baby who has to be seated protected from the sun, is this tour recommended for us?

Yes, we receive children from 6 months and we have the car seats suitable for each age, we have several types of car from 4×4 transport, executive SUV and mini bus, all new comfortable and with air conditioning, let us know and we will bring the best option that meets your personal needs.

I am elderly and have mobility problems to sit in the back of the jeep, is this tour recommended for me?

Yes, we have various types of car from 4×4, executive SUV and mini bus, all new comfortable and air-conditioned to suit your needs. Let us know and we will bring you the best option that fulfils your personal or group needs.

You can send your enquiry via the form below.

Sal Island: Sal Experience with a native and certified guide
8% Off
From €38.00 €35.00
/ Adult (Age 12-99)
From €28.00 €25.00
/ Children (Age 3-11)
From €28.00 €25.00
/ Infant (Age 2 and younger)

Important informations

  • Private Transportation included
  • Roundtrip transportation to your hotel included to make travel easier
  • Live tour guide English, Portuguese, Spanish, French, German
  • Liability insurance included
  • Entrance fees (€3 for Blue Eye, €5 for Salinas).
  • Optional all-you-can-eat buffet lunch (€11 per person) with one drink included.

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