Boa Vista Tour: Santa Mónica, Desert & Shipwreck
Overview
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6 hours
Mobile ticket
Swim at Santa Mónica Beach, the most beautiful beach of the archipelago. Have a chance to see sea turtles in their natural habitat, walk on epic sand dunes and caves, and discover the Shipwreck, a postcard of Boa Vista.
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please bring a towel, sunscreen, swimsuit, Comfortable clothes;
The pick-up will be at the main entrance of your hotel, outside and not at the reception.
For guests staying at the Hotel Riu Touareg the pick-up and drop-off are not included in the tour price, it will be required to pay an extra fee to be picked-up and dropped-off at the hotel Riu Touareg.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Sal Rei
Tour Guide
Liability Insurance
Transportation
Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Hotel Dunas
Av Amilcar Cabral, Sal Rei Cape Verde
What To Expect
After being picked up, start your day with a visit to the stunning Morro de Areia nature reserve. This area is famous for its magical sand dunes that stretch down to the sea, creating a unique, surreal and captivating natural spectacle.
Praia da Varandinha
Next, head to the Varandinha Cave, a must-see for its breathtaking landscapes and photo opportunities. These limestone caves, sculpted by the relentless forces of sea erosion, reveal a mesmerizing array of textures and shapes.
Options
Private Tour
Private
Duration: 7 hours
Private Transportation
Pickup included
Shared Group Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
60 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic Boa Vista day out!
993bethanj,
Jul 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a fantastic day out! Laurie was so friendly, informative, and always ensured we had lots of fun! It was a chilled, stress free, “hakuna matata” vibe (as Laurie kept telling us) giving us plenty of opportunities to take our time. Claytons driving was excellent, especially on the sand dunes! Every stop was breathtaking. Santa Monica beach was one of the highlights, we were the only ones there!! As I read on previous reviews, yes the journey is very bumpy however that is for a reason, these places are untouched and just the way it should be. Dont stay in your all inclusive resorts, get out and see Boa Vista!!
change of scenery guaranteed!!!
evasion1,
Jun 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A week spent in boa vista, the dream!! NO STRESS!!! is their motto, people are so kind and warm!!
Thank you so much to Lory...
Filipe S,
Jan 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Thank you so much to Lory and Clayton for such a great time! Fun day packed with great viewings and a very chilled day
Beautyful Boa Vista tour
546nyssaj,
Dec 26, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely loved our experience, our guide Laurie was very knowledgeable and hospitable. Our driver Claudino made our ride trough rough terrain comfortable and safe. We are amazed by the beauty of the cape verden nature and its people. 10/10
Great places, bored guides
nabucconodosor,
Dec 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Great tour visiting all the main spots in the island in a 4WD toyota. However the guides looked very bored and in a rush to bring us back.
Fab tour with fab tour guides!
traceyc299,
Dec 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jane and Clayton picked us up from our hotel reception with warm welcoming smiles and we set off for what was a most enjoyable day. We loved every part of the tour, spotting turtles diving down to the rocks to eat, driving through sand dunes, swimming in the sea on a beautiful white sandy deserted beach, sampling local Grog, seeing a ship wreck. Great story telling, excellent local and historical knowledge. They kept us a step ahead of the other tours which was fab, but never feeling rushed. I would highly recommend booking this tour, we had a really special day. Thank you 🤩
Very nice island tour with many highights!:-)
GoPlaces55662857720,
Nov 23, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We stayed for a week on Boa Vista on vacation and wanted to experience the few available sights relatively compact. This tour offers just THAT: Start at 9am with pick up at the hotel, small group of only 5 people, then 5 or 6 highlights departed, then shared dinner and drive home to the hotels again. Our driver and guide made the experience special. As a local, he was able to tell something at all stations, took great photos of us and gave further tips. Highly recommended!:-)
Best Tour Best People
FreyaA8,
Nov 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lory was the best guide! Mano was the best driver. These two were such sweethearts and full of knowledge about the island. Honestly in all of my travels I have never seen such unspoiled, vast, beautiful beaches - truely breathtaking and SUCH a good way to see Boa Vista. Thank you so much Lory and Mano you’re both wonderful!
Amazing Tour and Exceptional Guides on Boa Vista Island!
micheledX9712KA,
Oct 30, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Unforgettable Experience on Boa Vista Island! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had an amazing tour around Boa Vista Island with this agency, and we couldn’t be happier! From start to finish, everything was well-organized, and we were lucky to have Cleiton and Lauri as our guides. They were incredibly friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the island. Every moment was special and enriching, with breathtaking landscapes and a relaxed atmosphere. We felt safe and well cared for throughout the entire trip. We highly recommend this agency and look forward to joining more adventures with them in the future! Michele & Marcel
Excellent moments
Loc N,
Oct 29, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The guides were very kind . Clayton and Lory thank you for the visit and the explanations. It was fun to make the trip with you
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