Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Santa Maria
Your guide will meet you at the airport with a personalized sign and take you directly to your hotel in a private transfer. If you land in the morning and feel up for it, ask your guide about nearby beaches where you can spend a relaxing afternoon by the water.
- Start point
- Sal, Cape Verde (Custom and private arrival airport Transfer from Amílcar Cabral International Airport to Santa Maria. )
Optional Activities
- Visit nearby beaches for a relaxing afternoon (if arriving in the morning)
- Day 2
Sal Island Tour: Murdeira, Palmeira, Burracona, Pedra de Lume, Espargos
After breakfast, you'll tour Sal's natural highlights starting with Murdeira's bay and its views of Lion Mountain. Stop by Palmeira village to meet local fishermen, then head to the Blue Eye at Burracona natural pool. See the water illusions at Miragem and float in the salt crater at Pedra de Lume, which is the world's second saltiest body of water. You'll walk through Espargos town, try local Morabeza, grab lunch, and return to your hotel by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Fish, meat or main dish with dessert and water)
Included Activities
- Visit Murdeira natural bay with views of Lion Mountain
- Meet fishermen at Palmeira fishing village
- Visit Burracona natural pool and Blue Eye
- Visit Miragem to see water illusions in the desert
- Float in Pedra de Lume salt crater (one shower included)
- Explore Espargos and taste local Morabeza
- Lunch
Landmarks Murdeira Natural Bay Lion Mountain Palmeira Fishing Village Burracona Natural Pool Blue Eye Miragem Pedra de Lume Salt Crater Espargos 
- Day 3
Shark Bay Experience at Pedra de Lume
Following breakfast, a 25-minute transfer takes you to Sal Island's eastern side where the lemon shark nursery is located. Learn about these sharks and decide whether to watch from the beach with binoculars or swim with them in their natural habitat—they're not dangerous to people. If you'd like an extra activity, visit the top of Pedra de Lume volcano for views across the island.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Lemon shark watching experience
- Rubber shoes for shark experience
- Visit Pedra de Lume volcano summit (extra)
Optional Activities
- Swim with sharks in the water (brings you closer to the sharks)
Landmarks Pedra de Lume Shark Bay Pedra de Lume Volcano 
- Day 4
Catamaran Cruise along Western Coast of Sal
After eating breakfast, head to the main port and board a luxurious lounge catamaran for a half-day cruise along Sal's western coast. Relax on the deck with comfortable lounge beds and enjoy cocktails, wine, or beer. Halfway through, you can jump into the ocean to swim and snorkel, try local fishing with the crew, or stay aboard while they prepare snacks. An inflatable pool is available for children. You'll return with live African music, drums, and dancing entertainment.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Snack (Delicious snack prepared by the crew)
Included Activities
- Catamaran cruise on Western coast of Sal
- Snacks
- Unlimited beer and soft drinks
- Live entertainment with African music, drums and dance
- Snorkel equipment use
- Optional swimming and snorkeling in the ocean
Optional Activities
- Try local fishing with the crew
Landmarks Western Coast of Sal - Day 5
Horseback Riding Adventure on Sal Island
You'll be picked up for a horseback riding adventure tailored to your skill level, whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or experienced rider. Ride along Sal's coasts to see both the east and west coastlines, then ride through the Salt Mines of Santa Maria or the Natural Reserve of Serra Negra before heading back to your hotel.
Included Activities
- Horseback riding trip with experienced guide
- Ride along East and West coast of Sal Island
- Choice of riding through Salt Mines of Santa Maria or Natural Reserve of Serra Negra
Landmarks Salt Mines of Santa Maria Serra Negra Natural Reserve - Day 6
Free Day in Santa Maria
Start with breakfast at your accommodation, then spend the day exploring Sal Island at your own pace. You can relax on Santa Maria beach or check out other areas around the island. Your travel representative can help with recommendations or arrange anything you need.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Relax on Santa Maria beach
- Explore Sal Island independently
Landmarks Santa Maria Beach - Day 7
Ponta Preta Beach Day
Have breakfast at your accommodation, then transfer to Ponta Preta on the southwest side of Sal. The beach has soft sand, turquoise water, and beautiful dunes, making it ideal for escaping the daily routine. Pick-up and drop-off times will be arranged with you locally.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Transfer to Ponta Preta beach
Optional Activities
- Relax at Ponta Preta beach
Landmarks Ponta Preta Beach - Day 8
Departure from Santa Maria
Enjoy your final breakfast at the accommodation and have free time according to your flight schedule. Check out by 11:00, then at your scheduled time you'll be picked up in Santa Maria and transferred to the airport for your international flight. It's time to say goodbye to the island's Morabeza Crioula spirit.
- End point
- Sal, Cape Verde (Custom and private departure airport transfer from Santa Maria to Amilcar Cabral Intenational Airport)
- Meals
- Breakfast
