Taste of Cabo Verde

Discover the white-sand beaches and endless sunshine on the island of Sal in the Cabo Verde islands. Spend 7 days at a beach-front resort and enjoy a tour of the island and catamaran sailing.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1:

Welcome to Sal, Cabo Verde

Upon arrival at Sal International Airport, you’ll be met by your driver and brought to your beach resort hotel in Santa Maria, just a 20-minute drive to the south. The rest of the day is yours to spend however you would like - let the relaxation begin!

Day 2:

Island Tour

Enjoy a full-day tour of the island of Sal and get to know the culture of Cabo Verde. Begin with a drive towards the main village of Espargos, stopping at Morro do Coral hill. From this viewpoint, you can enjoy a beautiful vista of the village and its surroundings. Enjoy a walking tour of Espargos village and get a look at the day-to-day life of its residents. Continue onto the fishing village of Palmeira, then to Terra Boa, the agricultural area of the island. At Salinas de Pedra de Lume, a low-elevation salt crater, you will have a chance to float in water with a salt content that is 26 times greater than the ocean. It is said to be very relaxing and healing for the skin. After lunch, the tour returns to the southern part of the island to Ponta Preta Beach. Each year, this beach hosts a windsurfing championship. Finish the day by visiting the village market, the famous Fisherman's Wharf, and Santa Maria Beach.

Day 3:

Free Day on Santa Maria Beach

Today is yours to enjoy on your own. Lounge in the sun by the pool or on the beautiful beach in Santa Maria.

Day 4:

Catamaran Sailing

Board the catamaran Odissee IV and sail along the south and west coasts of Sal. While on the west coast, you will have the chance to swim and snorkel in the beautiful waters of Cabo Verde.

Day 5:

Beach Day and Evening Buggy Ride

Enjoy another relaxing day at the beach or pool, then set out in the evening for a buggy ride around the island - a fun, unique way to tour Sal!

Day 6:

Free Day

Today is your last full day in paradise. Hit the beach, swim in the pool, or take advantage of more of the great activities found on Sal: snorkeling, horseback riding, biking, jet skis, even a Segway tour!