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Secrets of Sal tour with villages, lagoon and crater visits

4.3/5
31 reviews

If you're looking for the hidden gems of Sal, then this half-day tour will tick all the boxes, taking in colourful fishing villages, an enchanting lagoon and even a dip in an extinct volcano's crater lake. Tito, one of our local expert guides, says, “from fishing villages to volcanic craters, you'll see how Sal has been shaped over thousands of years.”

You'll take a ride in a comfy minibus as an expert guide shows off the best of this island. Your drive will take you to the quaint village of Palmeiras, full of cutsie shops and cozy cafes, where you'll get time to stroll its narrow streets and soak up the ambiance of this coastal community. Then on the way to the livelier village of Espargos, there's a stop at Buracona Lagoon where you'll see its ‘blue eye' – a natural phenomenon where the sunlight casts an ethereal glow over the water's surface.

Round off the day with a trip to an extinct volcano crater, where you'll have the rare chance to swim in its saltwater lake – like a natural spa experience. The mineral-rich waters mean you'll be floating effortlessly and heading back to your hotel feeling refreshed and invigorated.

Main features

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

Additional features

Entrance Fees Included
Guided Tour
Instant confirmation
e-Voucher
Hotel pick up

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Why you’ll love this…

  • You'll journey through Sal's unique landscapes and visit the communities of Palmeiras and Espargos
  • Strolling through Palmeiras' narrow streets, lined with cafés and local shops is part of the itinerary
  • At Buracona Lagoon, you'll witness the natural wonder of the 'blue eye'
  • There's a rare chance to swim in the lake of a volcano crater and feel like you've had a spa experience
  • A local guide will share their unrivalled knowledge of Sal's hidden gems along the way

Important to know

  • Viewing of the Buracona ‘blue eye' cannot be guaranteed, as the optical illusion depends on the sun's position on the day
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
  • Bring a towel
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
  • 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
  • Not suitable for those with reduced mobility due to uneven paths or steps
  • Not suitable for those with reduced mobility due to moderate walking distance during tour

Cancellation policy

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


What’s included

  • Transport
  • Guide
  • Guided tour
  • Exclusive TUI itinerary

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

4.3/5

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Based on 31 reviews


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  • L

    Lowther

    Traveled as a couple


    January 30, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    The whole experience was excellent. Our guide Lucy was amazing, her knowledge & information was fantastic. We enjoyed every moment & would definitely recommend this experience.

  • J

    JaxUK

    Solo traveler


    January 16, 2026
    4.2

    United Kingdom

    I really enjoyed the salt pan floating. The walks around Esteponas and Palmirah were interesting and the guide Stefan was very good.

  • K

    Karin

    Traveled as a couple


    January 10, 2026
    3.4

    United Kingdom

    Ok so the guide Lucy was the best. Very fun and bubbly and informative. The salt lake was good and the blue eye was ok but the rest was pretty boring. Get there is not a lot to see on Sal but not sure seeing a kindergarten or the shanty town is relevant or needed. £40 each for this trip was way too much.

  • H

    Helen

    Traveled as a couple


    January 8, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Arrived at the hotel late which was worrying initially but the tour guide was fabulous, friendly and knowledgable about the island. She spoke a number of languages and was very engaging. Stopped in some lovely places and the salt lake in particular is worth a visit

  • H

    Holiday often

    Traveled as a couple


    December 11, 2025
    1

    United Kingdom

    Tui, cancelled the night before, after the Tui in resort meeting.

  • R

    Rita and Dave

    Traveled as a couple


    September 20, 2025
    4.2

    United Kingdom

    Experience of guided tour informative, kept safe by crossing roads . Interesting, saw many historic places. Learnt about individual areas. Fishing town Palmeria. Loyalty figs to the fisherman owners. How schools have emerged in the local areas. Saw a private school. See poverty,in a few areas people generally seem to be coping with life .

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