Cruises to Santa Maria, Cape Verde

The beautiful beach of Santa Maria, Sal, Cape Verde

Hot Springs. Whale Watching.

Santa Maria is located on the small island of Sal in Cape Verde. The area is known for its plentiful beaches, live music scene, colorful people, and beautiful flora and fauna. The island’s history is rooted in the salt-trade; visitors can even float on the salty lake! The turquoise waters surrounding the island are home to many animals, including sharks and sea turtles. The region’s weather is renowned for boasting over 350 days of sunshine a year.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Santa Maria, Cape Verde

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Santa Maria beach in Sal Cape Verde - Cabo Verde

Sal Island is known for its beautiful beaches.

Buracona in sal Island Cape Verde - Cabo Verde

Buracona is a small bay which is home to the famous Blue Eye Cave.

Loggerhead Sea Turtle-Caretta caretta, swimming above a sandy bottom at a depth of sixty feet off Deerfield Beach Florida.

Loggerhead sea turtles live and hatch in and around the island of Sal.

In the picture sunset at sea.Reflections of the sunset light on the water, beautiful colors of the sky.Horses rode along the shore.

Horseback riding on the beach is a popular activity in Sal.

Back view of a green-winged macaw. Red, green and blue plumage of a macaw.

The Pachamama Eco Park and Viveiro Botanical Garden are home to many species of animals, flora and fauna.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

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Pedra de Lume salines, Salt Crater, Sal island , Cape Verde, África.

Famous For

Sal’s two large salt ponds created a thriving salt industry for the island beginning in the 1800’s. Visit the former salt mine in Pedra de Lume and float on the salty lake.

Cachupa is the signature dish of the Cape Verde Islands in Africa. Is a slow cooked stew of corn, beans, vegetables and meat.

Exquisite Flavors

Be sure to try the succulent seafood, freshly caught. Nosh on local pastries, a sweet delight.

Fun Facts

The breathtaking Viveiro Botanical Garden and Zoo is a wonderful place to visit. The park is home to many animals including the famed Loggerhead sea turtle nests.

Port Name & Location

Santa Maria, Sal, Cape Verde

Language

Portuguese

Time Zone

GMT -1

Currency & Shopping

Cape Verde Escudo Grogue liquor, wood carvings, handmade baskets.

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