LISBOA ✈ ILHA DO SAL 🌴 from 1.195 €

Total price From 2.391 €

Created: Monday, November 27, 2023

About the destination

Sal Island (Ilha do Sal), part of Cape Verde’s sun‑drenched archipelago, is a compact blend of pristine beaches, lunar landscapes and laid‑back Creole culture. Blessed with over 300 days of sunshine a year and constant trade winds, it is a favorite for European travelers seeking winter warmth and relaxed island life. The main resort town of Santa Maria, at the island’s southern tip, is the hub of activity, with a lively beachfront, pastel‑colored buildings and a long wooden pier where fishermen unload their daily catch. The coastline is Sal’s biggest attraction. Santa Maria Beach stretches for kilometers, with soft golden sand and crystal‑clear, turquoise water ideal for swimming, snorkeling and stand‑up paddleboarding. Further along the shore you’ll find quieter stretches where you can escape the crowds, as well as rugged spots with dramatic waves perfect for seasoned surfers. The island’s steady winds make it one of the best destinations in the Atlantic for kitesurfing and windsurfing, especially between November and March. Inland, Sal reveals a more unexpected side. Visit the Pedra de Lume salt crater, an otherworldly landscape inside an extinct volcano where visitors can float effortlessly in the dense, mineral‑rich waters of former salt pans. Near Espargos and Terra Boa, shimmering “mirages” appear on the horizon, a striking optical illusion produced by the heat and flat terrain. Guided tours often combine these with a stop at the “Blue Eye” (Buracona), a natural sea cave where sunlight creates an intense sapphire glow at certain times of day. Beyond beaches and landscapes, Ilha do Sal offers a subtle but rewarding cultural experience. Cape Verdean and Portuguese influences blend in the local cuisine—expect fresh grilled fish, cachupa (a slow‑cooked stew of corn and beans) and strong, sweet grogue rum. Evenings in Santa Maria bring live morna and coladeira music to small bars and beachfront cafés, where both visitors and locals linger late into the night. With its welcoming atmosphere, reliable climate and simple accessibility, Sal is an easy introduction to the wider charms of Cape Verde.

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18 Jan

Transport from Lisbon to Ilha do Sal

Departure

20:55

Lisboa Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)

4h 10m

00:05

Amilcar Cabral Intl (SID)

> 0 PC

Transport: TP1549

Cabin Class: Economy

19 Jan

Transfer

Transfer - Private: Standard Transfer privado (Car)

Amilcar Cabral Intl (SID)

VOI Vila do Farol Resort

Pick-up time: 00:05

18 Jan

Accommodation

7 Nights

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VOI Vila do Farol Resort

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Santa Maria - At 13.9 km from the centreALL INCLUSIVEPraia Santa Maria, Santa Maria, Santa Maria 4111

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Plans for the journey: have a rest and enjoy! Resort «VOI Vila do Farol Resort» is located in Santa Maria. This resort is located in walking distance from the city center.Spend an evening in a nice atmosphere of the bar. You can stop by the restaurant. Free Wi-Fi on the territory will help you to stay on-line. The following services are also available for the guests: a massage room, a spa center and a doctor. Sports fans are going to love a table tennis area and a diving club. Swimming fans are going to enjoy an outdoor pool. Children will be happy, there is a playroom for them. Want to have an excursion? Consult the tour assistance desk of the resort. If you want to make your journey even more comfortable, you can order a transfer. At the guests’ disposal, there’s also a laundry, an ATM and a safe-deposit box. The staff of the resort speaks English, Spanish, Italian and French.In the room, there is a shower and a mini-bar. The room equipment depends on its category.

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25 Jan

Transfer

Transfer - Private: Standard Transfer privado (Car)

VOI Vila do Farol Resort

Amilcar Cabral Intl (SID)

Pick-up time: 01:05

25 Jan

Transport from Ilha do Sal to Lisbon

Return

01:05

Amilcar Cabral Intl (SID)

4h

06:05

Lisboa Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)

> 0 PC

Transport: TP1550

Cabin Class: Economy

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MULTIVIAGENS BASIC - SGS

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