Sal Island Tour : Roads & Turquoise Waves – Sal

After being picked up from your accommodation, you’ll head to Santa Maria, a town that has grown from humble salt extraction roots into Cape Verde’s most vibrant tourist hub. Here, you’ll discover the fascinating history and transformation of the city.

Your journey continues to Kite Beach, one of the world’s premier kitesurfing destinations, often chosen to host international kitesurfing championships.

Next, visit Porto Palmeira, a traditional fishing village where life revolves around the ocean and the port. Watch the lively arrival of fishing boats, explore the bustling fish market, and wander through charming colonial streets adorned with colorful houses and eye-catching street art.

From there, travel to Pedra de Lume and Ilha do Sal, home to the island’s very first settlement, founded in 1804. Here you’ll gain insight into how salt production shaped the local economy for centuries.

Continue to Miragem, where you’ll witness the incredible “Fata Morgana” mirages in the desert, before heading to Buracona to marvel at the famous Blue Eye, one of the island’s seven natural wonders. If conditions allow, you may even swim in its beautiful natural pool.

The adventure then takes you to the Pedra Lume Salt Crater, an inactive volcanic caldera where you’ll learn about the health benefits of local salt and have the unique opportunity to float effortlessly in its therapeutic waters.

Next, discover Shark Bay, where you can see lemon sharks in their natural habitat up close—a truly unforgettable experience.

On the way back, stop at Murdeira, a small village set within a natural reserve along the bay, before concluding your tour in Espargos, the economic heart of Sal Island. Here you’ll get a final glimpse of everyday local life before being comfortably transferred back to your hotel or Airbnb.