Snorkeling in Santa Maria Island of Salt
Overview
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2 hours
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Snorkeling is an attractive activity for several reasons. First, it is an accessible and easy way to explore the underwater world, as it does not require specialized training, such as cylinder diving. Snorkeling allows you to observe marine life in shallow waters, providing an experience close to nature without the need for complex equipment. In addition, it is a relaxing and fun activity, ideal for those who want to have an experience of contact with the sea without getting away from the surface too much. Snorkeling is also a great option for those seeking tranquility and direct contact with marine ecosystems, such as coral reefs, fish cardumes and turtles. Our concern is to provide you with amazing experiences that will bring you to life.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Complete equipment for snorkeling
Vests and diving suits
Lunch
What To Expect
If you are a lover of snorkeling, there are several opportunities to explore the marine life, with the possibility of seeing Turtles, different fish, sunken boat and the statue of the Redeemer Christ underwater, in a 2-hour period in two different locations. We embark on the pier, we take 8 minutes to the site of the activity. The guide will give you guidance and explain how the route is made, it is important that everyone be attentive to the guide's instructions and do not disperse.
Options
Snorkeling in Santa Maria Island of Salt
Pickup included
Reviews
12 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
We made the marking two...
Ines A,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00We made the check-in two days before and once we arrived, we had no room on the boat! We were asked if we could go later, but we already had other excursions scheduled for the rest of the day, so we were not able to remarket for later. Marking with viator does not pay, as there is no communication between viator and the company. I was disappointed with the situation and showed lack of competence in the organization. The staff was super friendly, but I don't make marks by the viator even more because there appeared a lady who had not paid and marked the day before otherwise (not the applications) and she could get on the boat...
The best day of our Sal holiday with formon tours
rodolfomimi,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked through viator, and Formon tours- turismo nautico (Nando) met us at Santa Maria Pier. Once we were given bouancy aids and flippers we boarded the boats and headed out to Sea. I am very grateful to Pablo, Nando and team for their consideration and expertise. They looked after the whole group, keeping everyone safe and in sight, they gave me a ton of extra tuition with the snorkel and support as they could see I was very nervous in the water. They were determined to find turtles and worked so hard to make this happen. Thank you so much for making a dream come true for me and my friend; swimming with turtles. If anyone reading my review is thinking about booking a snorkelling trip from Santa Maria, do not book with anyone else.
I repeated again!
F8432NTandr r,
Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Unique experience. Friendly local guide and had a lot of knowledge about marine life. You can see many fish, turtles and debris of boats and ships.
An experience...
Mariana B,
Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00An unforgettable experience on the Island of Salt! Our guide was Nando and his team, super friendly and simple make the experience even more enjoyable. It is possible for those who do not know how to swim, the equipment provided was impeccable and the guide come directly with us to the water, making the experience safer. All the beauty of the island is under our eyes, the fauna and flora of the waters of this island are breathtaking. It is possible to observe with the turtles so as not to compromise their safety, to observe debris and buried statues and many little fishes. If you’re visiting the Sal, even if you don’t know how to swim, leave the fear aside and venture out!
We had big...
Vanda L,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00We had great expectations but we were disappointed. The organization is tolerable and without any conditions for the value paid. Nothing was seen, it was only worth the boat ride.
Spectacular experience
Rosa A,
Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I liked it. I only recommend doing it on sunny days because the sea bottom gets more beautiful Guides were very friendly
Snorkelling with turtles
Simon T,
Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00The guide was very nice. It was a small fishing boat. We saw coral, turtles and different aquatic life. The only issue was that for old people it is very difficult to get back into the boat from the water. This should be mentioned in the viator advertisement. Otherwise, it was very nice.
Lustless and poorly organized. Only money making
Jan S,
Aug 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Poor organization. No wetsuits, no fins in size for our youngest(size 33) although checked before. Duration of the tour maximum 1.5h
good for adults but not recommended for a small kids
Michael K,
Aug 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00The guide was very kind and helpful, but when I booked the dive, it was recommended for both children and adults. In a private message, they asked us about foot size and weight for fins and life jackets. They didn't find fins for my son, and the only small life jacket they had wasn't large enough and didn't keep him afloat (he's 7). As a result, after two minutes of diving, he was afraid he would drown and was left on the boat. My son wasn't reimbursed, and he didn't use the activities at all. Apart from this incident, everything was fine. I don't recommend it for small children, as the organizer doesn't have enough equipment to ensure safety.
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Pauloathaydeesteves,
Jul 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience, well coordinated by the snorkeling team. Very friendly and familiar with the maritime details. We saw several species of fish.
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