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The desolate beauty of inland Sal is in stark contrast to the white sands of its coast. On this off-road safari, you'll explore Murdeira Bay, the Buracona lagoon, the ocean-like sands of Terra Boa and Pedra de Lume. Beyond the most popular sights, you'll also get a glimpse of local life in Palmeira and Espargos. Rodrigo, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘I've lived on Sal all my life, and I'm still fascinated by my island's colourful street art. It's a vivid reflection of our culture and our daily lives.'
Starting with a pit stop at Murdeira Bay, you'll trundle off in a closed 4x4 – we're the only ones using covered off-roaders – to the fishing village of Palmeira on the west coast. Its palm tree-lined streets are dotted with mural-painted cafés and tiny shops. Rodrigo says, ‘Palmeira's kaleidoscopic – and cluttered – souvenir shops are an attraction in themselves.' Then it's on to the Buracona lagoon, famed for how it shimmers when hit by sunlight.
Next, you'll witness the ocean-like sands and mirage of Terra Boa. An optical phenomenon, in which hot rays of light reflect distant objects and the sky, creates the illusion of a desert lake. Back on the road, there's a pit stop at a viewpoint, where you can enjoy an elevated panorama of Espargos, the island's capital. Wind down with a natural spa treatment in the Dead Sea-like lagoon of Pedra de Lume. Floating in one of the world's saltiest waters and inside an extinct volcano crater is a buoyant way to end the tour.
Based on 564 reviews from verified customers
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Service
4.7/5
Staff
4.7/5
Safety
4.7/5
Value for money
4.6/5
Cliff
From United States of America - July 2025Traveled as a couple
35 - 44 years old
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
Iain B
From United States of America - July 2025Traveled as a couple
25 - 34 years old
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
Well organised, great way to see a little of the real island in a short time. Tour guide was very good.
Elaine
From United States of America - July 2025Traveled as a couple
45 - 54 years old
Great
Overall rated4/5
Informative guide. Would have preferred one of the newer 4 x 4 vehicles. Blue Eye lacked organisation. A lot of time wasted there which impacted th ...
Natasha
From United Kingdom - July 2025Traveled as a couple
35 - 44 years old
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
We loved the salt lake the most just because it’s a really unique experience
Anonymous
From United States of America - July 2025Great
Overall rated4/5
KT
From United States of America - July 2025Traveled with family
25 - 34 years old
Average
Overall rated3/5
Guide was lovely. Tour was ok, we felt there was a hard sell in the areas we visited.