10 Bus Tours in Santa Maria That You Shouldn't Miss

October 11, 2021 Fernanda Pittenger

Powdery sand meets turquoise water in Santa Maria, where morna music pours from beachside bars just a short drive from Ilha do Sal's airport and capital city. Add the sun-and-saltwater resort scene to energetic nightlife, and you get one of Cape Verde’s most popular escapes.
Restaurants in Santa Maria

1. Sid 05 Half Day Sal

Barracuda Tours
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5.0 based on 8 reviews

A true deep experience of the reality of our islands with excellent guides and visits to the best places.  First stop at Murdeira Bay, with the opportunity to photograph Monte Leão and its natural beauty. Then visit the fishing port village of Palmeira, and Burracona, with its natural pool and the famous “Blue Eye”. Visit “Terra Boa” for fun pictures of the “mirages”. After you then visit Espargos, the capital of the island and then “Sharks Bay” to wade with the reef sharks. An unforgettable visit to Pedra de Lume salt pans with an opportunity to float in the Salt Lake that is 26 times saltier than seawater. A truly unique experience. 

Inclusions: Entry/Admission - Ponta Preta Beach, Guide

Exclusions: Entry/Admission - Pedra de Lume Beach, €5 Entrance fee salt mines, €3 Ecological tax at Buracona

Reviewed By savinovo55

I went on the catamaran tour with my husband and our 15 years old soon. We were delighted with the catamaran, the beautiful views, snorkelling, fishing with the line and dancing! The animation was very funny, my husband who never dances, and here he could not :)! Everything was wonderful! My greetings to the catamaran team and the Barracuda team.

2. Private transfer airport to hotel Sal Santa Maria

Sal Experience ®, Reis Transporte
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5.0 based on 10 reviews

Regardless of whether you leave or arrive at Amílcar Cabral International Airport on Ilha do Sal, you will need an economical, fast and reliable transfer from the airport to the hotel or vice versa. All of our cars are cleaned inside and out and operate 24/7 to serve you any time your flight leaves. It is better to book in advance than to risk waiting and / or queuing. You can schedule according to the flight arrival / departure time. When you disembark, your driver will be waiting for you on Arrival, just after crossing the police border and picking up your luggage, he will have a yellow sign written Sal experience. All of our drivers have full identification and insurance and have been carefully selected by us. For people with special needs and / or large suitcases, the driver will assist you. If you need a SIM card or other special request, we are happy to assist you. Relax and enjoy your time at Sal.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Certified local driver, Air-conditioned vehicle, Liability insurance

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Reviewed By 587ariannaz

My boyfriend and I did a tour in Sal start of December. We booked this tour to get a general impression of the island. First of all the tour itinerary has been put together very well - you can see all highlight spots of the island. Second we had a fantastic guide, that can speak very well English and who is very easy going, cheerful and chatty. We enjoyed a lot the time spent together with the tour guide, who ensured we had the best experience on the island. For example he arranged we could taste some local wine and rhum at a bar of a friend. But the most amazing thing was that he arranged a private entrance to the Salinas, which at that time were closed for tourists. This experience has been amazing and we thank him a ton for this unique experience. Last also he was not strict with the time of the excursion at all and i believe we extended the duration of at least 1 hour. Had the best time on the island!!! Thanks a lot!!!

3. Private tour of the island Sal Expérience

Sal Experience ®, Reis Transporte
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Certified company and guides, quality and price guarantee. Local guide, knows the island well, its history and culture, gastronomy, music and local restaurants. Join this 7-hour adventure tour around the island and visit places like Espargos, Praia do Kite, Santa Maria, Miragem, Palmeira and Murdeira. Swim in Salt Lake with your group. Have lunch at a local restaurant before heading to the sea to get a closer look at lemon sharks in their natural environment. It makes no difference to us whether you want to emphasize culture, education, history or sport. Our expert will combine these elements with adventure activities to create exciting travel opportunities for you. Get to know the island with a native and certified guide, safely. We can customize the tour according to the client's preference.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Local Guide and Certificate, Private service tailored to your time, Transfer from the hotel, Liability insurance

Exclusions: Lunch, Photos (optional)

Reviewed By 587ariannaz

My boyfriend and I did a tour in Sal start of December. We booked this tour to get a general impression of the island. First of all the tour itinerary has been put together very well - you can see all highlight spots of the island. Second we had a fantastic guide, that can speak very well English and who is very easy going, cheerful and chatty. We enjoyed a lot the time spent together with the tour guide, who ensured we had the best experience on the island. For example he arranged we could taste some local wine and rhum at a bar of a friend. But the most amazing thing was that he arranged a private entrance to the Salinas, which at that time were closed for tourists. This experience has been amazing and we thank him a ton for this unique experience. Last also he was not strict with the time of the excursion at all and i believe we extended the duration of at least 1 hour. Had the best time on the island!!! Thanks a lot!!!

4. Private Island Tour

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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Cabral Tours provides fantastic personal service, such as showing the main attraction points.Provides all the knowledge about Cape Verdian history and culture.On top of that people have the opportunity to experience the feel of the island too, by swimming in the natural pools,seeing the wild nature and eat/drink the local authentic food.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Dinner, All Fees and Taxes

Reviewed By elinnile95

It was a great day, interesting places and a really good guide. He really made sure that everybody was fine, and he really knew what he was talking about.

5. Sal Experience Tour with a Native and Certified Guide

Sal Experience ®, Reis Transporte
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4.9 based on 313 reviews

Company and guide certificates, quality and price assurance . Local guide, knows the island well, its history and culture, food, music and local restaurants. Join to this adventurous 6 hour island tour and visit places like Espargos, Kite Beach, Santa Maria, Miragem, Palmeira and Murdeira. Swim in Salt Lake with your group. Have a lunch at a local restaurant before going into the sea to see the lemon sharks in their natural surroundings up close. It doesn’t make a difference for us if you want to emphasize culture, education, history or sport. Our expert will combine these elements with adventure activities to create exciting travel opportunities for you. Know the Island with a native and certificate guide, with safety.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Native Guide and Certificate, Hotel Pick up and drop off , Stop for a swim in a natural pool, Shark bay, Liability insurance

Exclusions: Lunch, Photos (optional), Baby seat (0-2 years) required - 15 extra

Reviewed By Dan1799v2

We went on the full day Sal island tour and can highly recommend this company. Chan was our guide and he was friendly, funny and informative. I think each stop was timed well so we didn’t spend too long in each place. I particularly enjoyed swimming in the blue isle place so make sure you bring a swimming costume!

6. Turtle Walk from Santa Maria

No Limits Adventure Cape Verde, Santa Maria, Cape Verde No Limits Adventure
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4.9 based on 21 reviews

A beautiful eco tour to see the Caretta Caretta Loggerhead turtles in their natural environment as they lay their eggs on the protected beaches.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Live commentary on board, Professional guide

Exclusions: Transfer NOT INCLUDED from Murdeira Village

Reviewed By Jakub K

Nothing to add. Those buggies are awesome! Thank you guys :) the 2h is more than enough to enjoy all the adrenaline. Chips our guide ;)

7. Full-Day Road Tour in Sal Island

Spot Travel Tours
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4.7 based on 118 reviews

Visit the best and most interesting sights of Sal Island along a certified tourist guide who stops at predetermined points to give information about the places, about the island, its people and Cape Verde in general.

Inclusions: Local guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, DVD (available to purchase)

Reviewed By paulmH9482NL

We booked with a local rep ‘Romi’ who was very helpfull and friendly. We spent a full day touring the island on the back of a pick up with our very knowledgeable guide. Really good value and great experience. Highly recommended

8. join us in this excursion of Sal island

Unnamed Road, Santa Maria, Cape Verde c4tours
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4.7 based on 17 reviews

Join us in this tour of the of sal island, we promise to provide you a magnificent experience at a low price.

Inclusions: Private transportation

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Reviewed By Patrycja W

That was a great trip- half day but we saw all interesting places in Sal. Our guide Adalberto is very interesting and comunicative person. He showed us the best places on Sal and talked about them. Explained everything we asked about and made us feel safe with him. Thank you

9. Half-Day Sal Island Tour with Shark Experience from Santa Maria

No Limits Adventure Cape Verde, Santa Maria, Cape Verde No Limits Adventure
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4.4 based on 8 reviews

Get to know the life, the culture and the history of the cape verdeans while discovering the highlights of Sal. Starting with the best beaches, the natural swimming pools of Burracona, the mirage of Terra Boa, the volcano and a lot more. Entrance fees to Burracona and to Salinas NOT included.

Inclusions: All local taxes, fees and handling charges, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional guide

Exclusions: Souvenirs (available to purchase), Photos, Entrance fee in Buracona (3 euro per person) , Shoes for the water (rental available) for Shark Bay, Food and drink, Entrance fee Salinas Pedra de lume (5 euro per person)

Reviewed By Jakub K

Nothing to add. Those buggies are awesome! Thank you guys :) the 2h is more than enough to enjoy all the adrenaline. Chips our guide ;)

10. Shark Watching from Santa Maria

No Limits Adventure Cape Verde, Santa Maria, Cape Verde No Limits Adventure
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4.2 based on 27 reviews

An amazing excursion in which you can see the lemon sharks from close, in their natural environment.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional guide

Exclusions: Shoes for the water (rental available)

Reviewed By Jakub K

Nothing to add. Those buggies are awesome! Thank you guys :) the 2h is more than enough to enjoy all the adrenaline. Chips our guide ;)

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