It is possible to spend your entire holiday on just one island, enjoying the sunshine, wonderful cooling breezes and the unspoilt beaches - indeed no one would blame you. However, it would be a pity to travel to such a different destination and not take time to see and learn either a little about the island on which you are staying or taking a day trip to one of the other islands. Excursions in SALSetting off early morning, we will be driving to the north of the island towards the village of Pedra Lume and the salt mines. Here you will have the opportunity to take a swim and float in water that is 26 times saltier than seawater - something that must be experienced! From the salt mines we move on to Espargos, the administrative centre of Sal. Here, guests will stop for approximately 15/20 minutes at a typical caf. From Espargos, we head on to the fertile zone of Terra Boa and the mirages, before the short drive to Buracona and its natural swimming pool, where you will be able to freshen up with a swim and appreciate the magic eye if the weather permits it. In Palmeira we will stop for a typical Cape Verdean lunch at a local restaurant, and before the return journey we shall visit the local harbour. After that we will start to make our way back to Santa Maria and visit the only local Cape Verdean handcraft shop in town. This is a full day excursion and includes lunch. |
