Sal Rei Sightseeing Tour with Local Speciality Tastings

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Sal Rei Sightseeing Tour with Local Speciality Tastings

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£27.00

Free cancellation

Language: German, English, French, Dutch, Swedish

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Duration: from 2 hours to 4 hours

Entrance fees included

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Why you’ll love this…

See the sights on a walking tour of Sal Rei and Diante beach
Visit the Shipwreck Museum and browse the produce market
Taste Cape Verdean specialities at Sodade House of Culture
Take in the Atlantic views from the restored Fatima chapel
Expert local guide with an unrivalled knowledge of Boa Vista

What to expect

With its blend of African, Brazilian and Portuguese influences, Boa Vista's capital, Sal Rei, is a riot of colour. On this exclusive tour, you'll sample Cape Verdean specialities, visit markets vibrant with local life and enjoy a guided tour of the town's most interesting locations. Artur, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘Sal Rei is Portuguese for Salt King, which tells you all you need to know about what the town was once famous for. You'll see salt pans around the capital, though most are no longer in use. Some around the fringes of town have even been built on.'

First up is a trip to the recently restored Fatima chapel – a windswept sanctuary with a beautiful simplicity on a rocky bluff just north of Sal Rei. From here, you can take in the views over the coast towards the capital. Next, we'll explore the island's past in both the Sea and Shipwreck Museums. Admire a collection of exhibits from underwater archaeological finds and artworks that reflect on the history, art and culture of the Cape Verdean people.

We dial the volume up a bit next with a visit to the market. Mingle with locals as you browse the handmade jewellery, clothing and fresh produce on display. Take a walk along Praia de Diante beach before trying Cape Verdean cocktails and tasty specialities at Sodade House of Culture. Finally, there's free time to explore this appealing little town at your own pace – visit the pretty church of St Isabel or head to one of Sal Rei's great beaches for a paddle or a coffee with a view.

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What's included

Transport
Guide
Local delicacy tasting

What to remember

Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
Bring suitable footwear

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Provider

TUI CAPE VERDE

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.1 /5

Based on 326 reviews from verified customers

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Value for money

4.3/5

Staff

4.5/5

Safety

4.5/5

Service

4.5/5

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CMat67
Verified booking
2.6
7 December 2025
Travelled with family
Expensive for what it was- £32 - not worth it Felt intimidated by locals in the market- wouldn’t let us out the shop Not much else to see so price doesn’t reflect
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Rachel
Verified booking
4.6
30 November 2025
Solo traveller
The guide Winston was really friendly and engaging, he had a lot of facts to keep things interesting and the tour was really well put together. I would only ask for more food at the restaurant stop and maybe a bit more time to explore some of the museums as I like to take my time reading the exhibits and felt that this was a little rushed.
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Dave Ellis
Verified booking
4.2
21 November 2025
Travelled as a couple
Great few hours, our guide Paolo and driver Mr Sosa looked after us very well. The tour was delivered with honesty and great humour. Fatima’s Church on the hill is a beautiful little white church with a fascinating story. The two museums were very interesting seeing the artefacts found in the sea and learning about Cabo Verde heritage. Finally, the tasting in restaurant Sodade was nice little insight into the food and drink of Sal Rei. We ended the morning with a few beers by the harbour.
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Dissatisfied
Verified booking
3.8
10 November 2025
Travelled with family
We booked mum's buggy on the tour because she can't walk very far we were most keen on seeing the market so without mum's buggy and the amount of time we had available it was not possible so for us it was a waste of money
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Gillys adventures
Verified booking
4.6
6 November 2025
Travelled as a couple
The museum was interesting and informative, the food tasting was good, and the spare time was good to explore the market but would of liked to swim in the lovely sea and beach if know could have bought towel.
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Jp
Verified booking
5
9 October 2025
Travelled as a couple
Our tour guide was very knowledgeable, interesting to listen to. Delightful to be in his company.

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