Adults-only tour of Sal with lobster lunch and Salt Lake visit
Excursions & day trips

Adults-only tour of Sal with lobster lunch and Salt Lake visit

4.7/5
Excellent
Based on 1542 reviews
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£100.00
Free cancellation
Language: German
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Get a glimpse of local life during visits to the villages of Palmeira and Espargos
  • Visit the shimmering waters of the Buracona lagoon, famed for its 'blue eye'
  • Float on the salt lake of Pedra da Lume in the middle of an extinct volcano
  • Drop into a family-run restaurant and tuck into a Cape Verdean lobster lunch
  • Expert local guide with an unrivalled knowledge of the Sal and its history
What to expect

With long stretches of unspoilt beach and a rich cultural heritage – Sal has all the ingredients for a perfect day trip. This tour packs in the best sights, including Buracona lagoon and Pedra de Lume salt flats. To top it off, there's a traditional Cape Verdean lunch, and you'll get a glimpse of laidback, local life in Espargos and Palmeira. Rodrigo, one of our local guides, says, ‘Pedra de Lume is in the middle of a volcanic crater, and you reach it via a tunnel. You can sometimes pick up compressed salt crystals the size of a golf ball, while at other times the salt is so hard that you walk on the pans.'

The fun kicks off with a visit to Espargos. You'll explore the island's colourful capital and admire its fascinating street art, before heading to an observatory point for elevated views over the town. Next, it's on to the Buracona lagoon, famed for an optical illusion known as the ‘blue eye' caused by the sunlight. The journey continues at the laidback fishing village of Palmeira. Relax in a café while your guide reveals stories about the village's past.

You're in for a treat next, as there's a table waiting for us at a family-run restaurant which serves a special Cape Verdean lobster dish. There are other tasty options, too. After fuelling up on local cuisine, we'll head to the Dead Sea-like waters of Pedra de Lume. Lie back and float on one of the world's saltiest lagoons, before stopping by at Viveiros Botanical Garden to discover exotic vegetation and a petting zoo.

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What's included
  • check Transport
  • check Guide
  • check Lunch
What to remember
  • Standard lunch includes a meat, fish or vegetarian option. It does not include lobster
  • Lobster lunch is only available for guests who choose the lobster option
  • Not suitable for those with reduced mobility
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
  • Bring a towel
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Adults only
  • This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
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Provider
TUI CAPE VERDE
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.7/5

Based on 1542 reviews from verified customers

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  • Lorraine

    From United States of America - August 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    The tour guide was exceptional! Very funny and entertaining! I also liked that we saw so much of the island.

  • LKJ

    From United States of America - August 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience, the guide was brill and very knowledgeable. Everything was described step by step. A well worth whole round d ...

  • Kathleen und René

    From United States of America - August 2025

    Travelled as a couple

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Wir hatten einen wunderschönen Tag erleben dürfen uns wurde Kap Verde besonders die Insel Sal näher gebracht. Mit Begeisterung und viel Liebe zu dies ...

  • Matze

    From United States of America - August 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Poor

    Overall rated

    2/5

    Philipa unser Guid ist allwissend, freundlich und flexibel in der Zeiteinteilung.

  • Thomas

    From United States of America - August 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Frank

    From United States of America - August 2025

    Travelled as a couple

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

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