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Turtle walks with marine biologist

4.6/5
815 reviews

If you're a wildlife lover, then watching nesting turtles is a must-do while in Sal. And this evening excursion takes you to beaches on the island where loggerhead turtles come up to the shore and nest so that you can experience up close nature in action.

After pick-up and transfer from your hotel, your guide will lead you to the nesting beaches around Sal. In small groups, you'll walk along the beach at night and watch out for loggerhead turtles making their way up onto the sand.

If we're lucky enough to spot a turtle, you'll have to sit down and stay as quiet as possible so as not to disturb them as they nest. Your guide will tell you everything they know about these fascinating creatures and how their welfare is the top priority for the island. It's a magical experience not to be missed.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Sal
Duration: from 2 hours to 4 hours
Language:English, French
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Guided tour
Instant confirmation
e-Voucher
Hotel pick up

Why you’ll love this…

  • Loggerhead turtles nesting in the wild
  • Nature in action
  • Learn about loggerhead turtles

Important to know

  • You must wear dark/black clothes
  • Bring good shoes suitable for walking on sand
  • Not suitable for guests with walking problems
  • Please do not drink any alcoholic beverages before the tour
  • Smoking not allowed during the tour
  • Cameras with flash are prohibited
  • Marine Biologist during excursion providing all necessary information

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Transport
  • Guide
  • Transport
  • Guide

This experience meets the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. By choosing this experience you can protect the places you love, care for the environment and support local communities.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Pickup points

To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.

Provider

TUI CAPE VERDE


What people say about this experience

4.6/5

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Based on 815 reviews


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  • F

    Ferns

    Travelled as a couple


    22 August 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    I enjoyed the full trip,felt safe and the guide was knowledgeable and friendly

  • C

    Carol + Keith Parish

    Travelled with family


    20 August 2026
    4.6

    United Kingdom

    The Experiance was amazing. We were very lucky to not only see a turtle laying her eggs but also see a couple coming from the sea. The only downside was the transfer, it was way over packed and very uncomfortable being that squished even if the journey was 10mins

  • L

    L cooke

    Travelled with family


    18 August 2026
    4.2

    United Kingdom

    Great trip kids loved it, we loved it. Lovely experience to watch the tirtles laying a nest & going back into the sea. Lovely experience. Highly recommend.

  • M

    Mark

    Travelled as a couple


    16 August 2026
    4.2

    United Kingdom

    Phones should be banned as staff said they would send pictures anyway. Some other guests had their cameras on which gave an amount of white light out and obscures view of the turtle.

  • I

    Iwona

    Travelled with family


    13 August 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Seen 3 turtles which is great Knowledge of the guide Francis was great Well organized I cannot criticize, I would love to find something to improve but I can't think of anything P. S. Love the bookmarks I always bring one from my travels and could find one in souvenir shops

  • K

    Kelly Southwood

    Travelled as a couple


    11 August 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Unbelievable experience! Highly recommend to all! So educational and informative! The turtle nesting and laying eggs is just an experience you will not get elsewhere! The information provided is just so in depth and educational! 100% recommend!