Boa Vista: Full-Day Guided Tour with Hotel Pickup
ID: GYG1370880-2092246
Category:
Country: Cape Verde
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Discover the best of Boa Vista Island on a full-day guided tour. Visit the Viana Desert, swim at João Barrosa and Ervatão beaches, and explore the abandoned fishing village of Curral Velho.
Begin your journey with a convenient hotel pickup and head to Fonte Vicente Oasis, a haven of unspoiled nature. Learn about local flora and fauna and see fruit trees including figs, almonds, tamarinds, and the iconic baobab.
Next, visit Curral Velho, an abandoned fishing village once affected by drought and pirate raids. Explore the old salt mine and hear stories of the island’s past.
Enjoy an off-road drive to João Barrosa, a wild and secluded beach. Continue to Ervatão Beach, a vital nesting site for loggerhead sea turtles. Weather permitting, swim in its turquoise waters.
Pause for lunch in Fundo das Figueiras, a village known for agriculture and pastoralism. Sample local specialties, including the island’s famous goat cheese.
End your adventure at the Viana Desert, one of Cape Verde’s seven natural wonders. Walk along the white sand dunes and admire breathtaking landscapes stretching over 10 km. Finally, return to your accommodation after a day of exploration and unforgettable scenery.
Highlights
- Discover the best of Boa Vista Island on a full-day guided tour
- Visit the abandoned fishing village of Curral Velho and its salt mine
- Explore the Viana Desert, one of Cape Verde's seven natural wonders
- Swim in the turquoise waters of João Barrosa and Ervatão beaches
- Enjoy a convenient hotel pickup and drop-off for a stress-free day
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Stroller/pram accessible
Infants must sit on your lap
Not wheelchair accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infant seats unavailable
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation
- Tour Guide
- Liability insurance
NOT INCLUDED
- Souvenir shopping
- Drinks with lunch
- Tips for the driver and guide
- The transfer from Touareg costs an additional 10 euros per person and must be paid in cash on site
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
