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Island Sal Tour: Discover Cape Verde's Highlights
4.7
50 Ratings
Santa Maria
Embark on a full-day island tour of Sal in Cape Verde and immerse yourself in its rich history and vibrant culture. Explore stunning beaches, visit Salinas, and be guided by our knowledgeable local tour guide.
Embark on a full-day island tour of Sal in Cape Verde and immerse yourself in its rich history and vibrant culture. Explore stunning beaches, visit Salinas, and be guided by our knowledgeable local tour guide.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Santa Maria - This is a classic full-day island tour, running from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
The journey starts at Santa Maria, specifically at the pier, where visitors can observe the locals as they embark on their daily fishing activities. Shortly after, the tour proceeds to the following locations: -
Murdeira - Enjoy the view of Lion Mountain.
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Santa Maria - This is a classic full-day island tour, running from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
The journey starts at Santa Maria, specifically at the pier, where visitors can observe the locals as they embark on their daily fishing activities. Shortly after, the tour proceeds to the following locations: - Murdeira - Enjoy the view of Lion Mountain.
- Palmeira - Explore this quaint fishing village, showcasing the traditional homes and lifestyle of the Cape Verdean people. It is also the hub for all the island’s imports and exports.
- Buracona - Olho Azul - Witness the stunning Blue Eye and the Natural Swimming Pool.
- Espargos - As the island’s capital, we will take a brief drive and pause for lunch. Following this, we will visit Salinas to view the Salt Lakes.
- Pedra de Lume - Get an up-close view of the sharks.
What's Included
- Photos taken by the guide at a fixed price
- Professional guide/driver
- Accommodation pick up and drop-off
- Photos taken by the guide at a fixed price
- Professional guide/driver
- Accommodation pick up and drop-off
What's Not Included
- Entrance fee for Buracona blue eye
- Salt lake fee
- Shark bay fee for renting shoes
- Entrance fee for Buracona blue eye
- Salt lake fee
- Shark bay fee for renting shoes
Additional Information
Discover the charm, culture, and natural wonders of Sal Island on this memorable full-day tour.
Journey across the island with a knowledgeable local guide and explore Cape Verde’s most renowned attractions. Be amazed by the breathtaking Blue Eye at Buracona, where sunlight creates a magical natural display. Observe baby lemon sharks in their natural…
Discover the charm, culture, and natural wonders of Sal Island on this memorable full-day tour.
Journey across the island with a knowledgeable local guide and explore Cape Verde’s most renowned attractions. Be amazed by the breathtaking Blue Eye at Buracona, where sunlight creates a magical natural display. Observe baby lemon sharks in their natural environment at Shark Bay. Then, indulge in a unique floating experience in the mineral-rich waters of the extinct volcanic crater at Pedra de Lume.
Throughout the tour, visit vibrant local villages, picturesque coastal landscapes, and hidden treasures that embody the true essence of Sal Island. This tour is ideal for travelers eager to experience the island’s highlights in one thrilling day.
With comfortable transportation, multilingual guides, and personalized service, this is the ultimate way to explore Sal.
Location
Santa Maria
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(50 Ratings)
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Betty_w
Nov 11, 2025
Definitely do when you're in Sal - Very relaxed, reliable, Friendly guide / driver.
Beautiful experience, the sharks, salt mines and the illusion place.
Highly recommended
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Tourist762621
Oct 28, 2025
Great tour, especially the 4x4 day tour. - We were recommended Edgar, from Union tours, who went above and beyond to make our trip amazing. He gave great information on what tours there were, and prices along with details of private tours. The staff that picked us up from the hotel and accompanied us, on the trip were professional and polite. As were the guide at the Lemon sharks. I would highly recommend this company.
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Rebekahm27
Oct 25, 2025
Half Day Tour 5* - We booked our trip with Edgar from Union Tours, who was super friendly and helpful right from the start. He gave us loads of great information about the island and went above and beyond with his recommendations. Such a nice guy!
Our guide and photographer, Alfonso, was fantastic. We did a half-day tour to the Blue Eye, the Mirage, the salt baths, and we saw the lemon sharks, what an unforgettable experience!
Our driver was really cheerful and helpful, drove safely, and the 4x4 was clean, comfy, and even had air conditioning, which was perfect on a hot day.
We had the best time and would 100% recommend Edgar and Union Tours if you’re visiting the island. Thanks again to the whole team for making our day so special!
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W253kiheatherc
Jun 10, 2025
Thank you Edgar - We just wanted to say a big thank you to Edgar for organising our trips: They went seamlessly and much cheaper than those which can be booked through the travel company!
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U9830kthelenb
Apr 25, 2025
Best day, amazing service and Big thank you to Edgar and his team!! - Edagr has looked after us from before we flew over to the day of flying home. His professional, personal and friendly approach has been perfect!
Highly recommend booking with Union tours and Edagr for the island tour. He also arranged all other excursions for us on the island.
Had the best day in our private 4x4 around the island and our guide Marcio was fantastic!!
Best day!!!
Thank you Edagr!
Will stay in touch and see you again. Anyone I know will be recommended to you when they visit Sal ☺️
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Deelittlehobo
Mar 22, 2025
Great company, great tour! - Fantastic experience with Union Tour, very professional and friendly! Right from the initial contact with Edgar Pires (super reliable and knowledgeable) to the fabulous guide we had on the all day island tour (Helder). The prices of their tours are really reasonable and competitive when you see how much is packed in. The process is seamless and efficient, we were very impressed. The all day island tour is fun, adventurous and takes in all the main attractions including the lemon sharks, blue eye, swimming in the salt lake etc. Our guide also took candid photos of our day at the various places which made a lovely souvenir and great idea for social media. We would thoroughly recommend this company for their professionalism and commitment to the customer.
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Dpp4313
Dec 19, 2025
Good tour but chaotic organization - The tour itself was good - we went to all the listed places, had a nice time and the guide was friendly. I missed a bit more information in the beginning of the tour about which places required us to pay a fee (3€ for Buracona and 6€ for swimming in the salt lake) as well as more information about the day including where/when we would stop for lunch. The pick-up was chaotic, and the guide said this happens every day... I would suggest to confirm with everyone the day before via WhatsApp the pick-up time and ensure you don't have multiple people being told they are being picked up at the same time. And be very clear that the driver can't wait long time for each person as otherwise the whole tour is delayed - as mine was, about 40 minutes.
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Missfatimadee
Dec 3, 2025
Good way to see the Island with a local - The pickup was chaotic. I wasn’t sure if this was the right tour. A couple of vehicles drove past my accommodation shouting ”island tour” without confirming my name. I was the first to be picked up, but the initial driver and companion kept answering frantic phone calls or chatting to each other while driving without letting me know what was going on. This was a bit disconcerting as I was alone with them.
The tour was enjoyable but slightly dampened by the rain. This meant we missed some stops and whizzed through the island capital without stopping. The guide was very good and friendly. However, I’d book a private or smaller group next time. My group was about 12 people, all couples except for me. One older couple in particular talked non-stop all day in the close quarters of the mini van. They chatted incessantly without a break and seemed completely unaware of group etiquette. By mid-morning it got completely exhausting and even the guide noticed I wasn't particularly engaged after that.
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Connector54664622831
Mar 27, 2025
Sal island tour - Our tour guide Daniel was very helpful, knowledgeable and a great laugh all day. Just remember to take cash with you as not all attractions take card. Only negative was the back of the truck was sooooo windy, a heads up to bring a hoodie would have been helpful. Excellent value for money though, Union tours was recommended to me and I would also recommend them without any hesitation.
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Maps05767162333
Dec 20, 2025
Unspectacular sights - Experience "Fata Morgana" wg. Clouds just a little glimmer in the distance. "Blue Eye" wg. Clouds not recognizable, yet 3€ admission
Salty 6€ admission without bathing in the salt lake. In the water with lemon sharks 3 € was ok. Stop at Kite Surf Beach was interesting, but can also be done comfortably by taxi from the hotel.
Ride with Pick Up, we should first sit on the open loading area, which could still be prevented because of our age (80).
Tour was offered and booked in German.
Driver, however, spoke only English.
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