Next time you come on holiday to Sal Island during the turtle nesting season from June to October, be sure to research our guided sea turtle watching experience to reduce your impact on these endangered species. Turtle watching on a nesting beach is an inspiring experience that can be a boon to conservation efforts. However, done without care and guidance, it can also harm them and their habitat.
Embark on a unique tour for eco-life lovers and watch the common turtle nesting at one of the beautiful beaches of the island. Enjoy the silence under the moonlight while learning everything about Cape Verde’s sea turtles from your expert guide.
Overview
Sea turtle watching is a unique experience for all nature and wildlife lovers while visiting Cape Verde. Join an exclusive experience for small groups to live a unique moment with the best atmosphere and respecting the guidelines of the biologists of the Biodiversity Project. Professional guides with knowledge and extensive experience, and volunteers in the turtle protection and preservation project.
Cabo Verde is home to populations of 3 species of turtles. The Caretta caretta turtle (loggerhead turtle), is the most common species on Cape Verde. The sandy beaches of Cape Verde are one of the most important nesting sites for common turtles.
Enjoy the knowledge of your expert nature guide who will tell you all about the evolution, characteristics, the historical relationship with turtles, and curiosities about turtles.
The guides will ensure an ecologically and environmentally conscious experience for the turtles and the visitors. By choosing Sal Experience, a local sustainable company, you will support our beach cleaning program and efforts to preserve and protect sea turtles.
About this activity
- Operating days: Everyday
- Duration: 2h
- Starting time:
- Private Tour: 10 PM
- Small Group Tour: 8 PM
- Instant confirmation
- Skip the ticket line
- Mobile ticketing: Use your phone or print your voucher
- Live tour guide
- English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, German, Italian
- Includes transportation from hotel / accommodation or airport.
- Meeting point: hotel reception/accommodation or Amilcar Cabral International Airport.
- We will pick you up at your hotel or accommodation in: Santa Maria city, Espargos city and Murdeira. If your hotel is in a different location from the ones above, please provide us the address and we will arrange the transfer.
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