About
Peace, huge empty beaches, desert landscapes, sand dunes of Viana, turtle nesting [seasonal], shipwreck at Cabo Santa Maria, similar to Sal but less developed and more “untouched.”, laid-back beach escape, nature lovers
Why go
- Peace, huge empty beaches, desert landscapes
- Calm, peaceful and you really have the impression of being alone in the world
- Island vibes, endless sunshine, pure adventure
Must try
- Sand dunes of Viana
- Turtle nesting
- Shipwreck at Cabo Santa Maria
- Santa Monica Beach
- Explore the island in Quad
Pro tips
- Renting a quad as roads are not great
- Visit Sal Rei
Good to know
- Constant wind, red flags, sand-blasted
- Underestimating the wind
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Rating
4.7 / 5 (715 reviews)