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Small, 16 seat inter-island aircraft are used for these full day trips, generally leaving Sal early in the morning and returning late afternoon or early evening. They are an excellent way of experiencing a taste of what other islands have to offer. BOAVISTA - Island of DunesA photographer's dream, an island of coconut and date palms with mile after mile of beautiful beaches. You visit: Praia da Chave to see the old ceramic factory, still intact but now covered by dunes with the machines still in situ, Deserto da Viana - an area of dunes providing a bizarre landscape, Sal Rei, the main town of the island and the deserted beach of Santa Monica, over 40kms in length and where you stop to enjoy the silky white sands. Price guide £80 pp FOGO - The Volcanic IslandAfter a visit to São Filipe, candidate to become a World Heritage site, take the coast road that climbs the volcano and experience breath-taking scenery. The arrival at Chã das Caldeiras is unforgettable, with black volcanic scenery contrasting dramatically with the vineyards that provide grapes for the famous Fogo Wine, fruit orchards and other exotic plantations. Price guide £120 pp |