Sal Island Full-Day Tour with Native Guide, Lunch & Entry Fees

4.8(32)7 hFree cancellationBy Sal Experiences

About this activity

Discover the real Sal Island with a native guide who was born and raised here. More than just a sightseeing tour, this full-day experience takes you beyond the usual tourist route, combining breathtaking landscapes, authentic Cape Verdean culture and unforgettable local experiences.

Visit the island's most iconic attractions, including the Blue Eye at Buracona, Shark Bay, Pedra de Lume Salt Lake, Kite Beach, Palmeira and Terra Boa Mirage, while learning the history, traditions and daily life of Sal from someone who truly knows the island.

Enjoy a traditional Cape Verdean lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant, with hotel pickup, transportation and all entry fees included. Travel in a small group, discover hidden stories, meet local communities and experience Sal Island through the eyes of a passionate native guide.

This is more than a tour—it's an authentic journey designed to help you experience the very best of Sal Island in a single unforgettable day.

What's included

✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
✓Entrance fee to Buracona and the Blue Eye
✓Shark Bay experience
✓Entrance fee to Pedra de Lume Salt Lake
✓One drink during lunch
✓All Fees and Taxes
✓Air-conditioned vehicle
✓Child seat available on request (free of charge)
✓Traditional Cape Verdean lunch
✓Native local guide
✓Photos and videos taken by the guide
✓Fresh fish, meat, pasta, and vegetarian meal options

Not included

✕Water shoes for Shark Bay (available to rent on site for €2, or you may bring your own)

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Baby car seats are available on request, and free of charge.
We make a rest stop where we can have lunch or a snack, a drink and access the internet.
Not suitable for people with mobility impairments
People under the influence of alcohol cannot take part.
Not allowed: Baby strollers Luggage or large bags
Most travelers can participate, although some locations include uneven terrain

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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