Sal Island: Espargos City Tour, Local Life & Cape Verde Tapas

Name: Sal Island: Espargos City Tour, Local Life & Cape Verde Tapas
Brand: Viator
Price: 34.98 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.4 (34 reviews)

4.4(34)2 hr 30 minPortuguese, English, French, SpanishBook 1 hour aheadSanta Maria, Cape Verde

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$35

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Discover a side of Sal Island that most visitors never experience. Instead of beaches and resorts, explore the island's capital with a certified local guide, meet local residents and experience Cape Verdean morabeza in everyday life. Admire colorful street art, learn about the island's history and development, enjoy traditional Cape Verdean tapas and take in panoramic views over much of Sal Island. This small-group experience offers an authentic insight into the culture, flavors and local life of Cape Verde.

Included

Traditional Cape Verdean tapas tasting with local beverage
Certified local guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off (Santa Maria, Murdeira and Espargos)
All Fees and Taxes
Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
Guided walking tour of Espargos

Not included

Personal expenses

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What you'll do

On the way, you'll pass Amílcar Cabral International Airport, the first internat
ional airport in Cape Verde, while your guide explains its important role in the island's development.
Espargos Local Life & Street Art
Walk through the lively streets of Espargos and discover the everyday life of local residents. See colorful murals and street art inspired by Cape Verdean culture, music and traditions while experiencing the island’s welcoming morabeza away from the main tourist areas.
30 min
Traditional Cape Verdean Tapas Tasting
Stop at a popular local café to taste a selection of traditional Cape Verdean tapas accompanied by a typical local drink. This relaxed tasting offers an authentic introduction to the flavors and culinary traditions of Cape Verde.
30 min
Espargos Panoramic Viewpoint
Visit a panoramic viewpoint above Espargos and enjoy sweeping views across the city and much of Sal Island. From this elevated location, admire the island’s volcanic landscape, surrounding communities and vast desert scenery.
15 min

Meeting and pickup

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Pickup is available from your hotel, resort, apartment, guesthouse or designated address. Please wait at the main entrance or reception area and look for your guide holding a clearly visible yellow Sal Experiences sign.

If your accommodation is not listed during booking, simply send us its name and address after making your reservation, and we will arrange the most convenient pickup point.

We will contact you via WhatsApp or your preferred contact method before the activity to confirm your exact pickup time and location.

Please be ready at the confirmed pickup point a few minutes in advance. If you expect to be more than 5 minutes late or cannot locate your guide, contact us by phone or WhatsApp using the number provided on your booking voucher.

Meeting points49

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Hotel Riu Funana
Cabocan Lote A2, A3, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Melia Tortuga Beach
Urbanizacao Da Cabocan, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Nifa House
Proximo do Liceu Olavo Moniz, Espargos, Cape Verde
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Hotel Oasis Salinas Sea
Santa Maria Beach, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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VOI Vila do Farol Resort
Praia Santa Maria, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Hotel Riu Cabo Verde
Cabocan Lote A2, A3, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Melia Llana Beach Resort & Spa - All Inclusive - Adults only
Urbanizacao Da Cabocan, ZDTI De Ponta Preta, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Hotel Morabeza
Caixa Postal 33, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Sakaroule B&B
Rua DA Policia Caixa Postal 40, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Hotel - Odjo d"Agua
Zona do Farolinho, CP 71, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Hotel Mirabela
Rua De 1 Junho, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Djadsal Moradias - by Bobbywashere
Avenida dos Hoteis, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Sal Apartments
Avenida dos hoteis, Moradias Djadsal, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Ouril Hotel Pontao
Entrada Santa Maria, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Blue Eagle
Zona Nort 58, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Sol Dunas
ZDTI Algodoeiro, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Angulo House
Rua 15 de Agosto, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Gest Plain Residence - Holiday - Santa Maria
Rua do Mercado Municipal Zona Tanquinho Norte, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Hotel LIVVO Budha Beach
Praia Antonio Sousa, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Hilton Cabo Verde Sal Resort
Avenida Dos Hoteis, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Ca Filo
Sal Espargos Alto de Electra, Espargos, Cape Verde
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Amilcar Cabral Intl Airport
Cape Verde
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Djadsal Moradias
Djadsal Moradias, Cape Verde
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Surf House Hostel
Zona Tanquino Norte, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Porta Do Vento
Avenida De Joao De Deus Maximiano, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Residencial Cabo Verde Palace
Praia Antonio Sousa Ultimo Edificio, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Nautilus Aparthotel
Rua Cascais, Lomba Branca, 23 2 6, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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LAL Resorts Vila Verde
Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Murdeira Village Resort
Murdeira, Cape Verde
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Royal Horizon Ponta Sino - All Inclusive
Riz 1 de Junho, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Residencial Monte Sintinha
Ilha do Sal 11, Espargos, Cape Verde
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Djadsal Moradias Tropical Resort
Rua des Hoteles, Djasal Moradias, Block B 1/1, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Hotel Tropical
Avenida dos Hoteis Zona Salininhas, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Ouril Hotel Julia
Rua 1 Junho, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Patio Antigo Residence
Rua Amilcar Cabral, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Branco Suites - Rooms & Holiday Apartments
Rua Finacon, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Aparthotel Santa Maria Beach
Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Santa Maria flats
Praia Antonio Souza, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Aparthotel Ponta Preta
Zona da Tanquinho, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria
Cabocan Lote E2, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Casa Pau
Rua 15 Agosto Tanquinho Norte 39, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Academico do Sal
Espargos Zona Centro, Espargos, Cape Verde
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Melia Laguna Beach
Urbanizacao da Cabocan, ZDTI of Ponta Preta - Sal Ilha de Sal, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Casa Branca Beach
Antonio Sousa Erea, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Robinson Cabo Verde
Avda. Dos Hoteis C.P 62, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Leme Bedje Residence
Rua 5 Agosto, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Halos Casa Resort
Avenida des Hoteis, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Atlantic Sal Hostel
Rua da Policia ,100, Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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Agua Hotels Sal Vila Verde
Santa Maria, Cape Verde
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End point

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The tour includes a tasting of traditional Cape Verdean tapas and one local beverage.
This tour includes approximately 20–40 minutes of easy walking through Espargos. A moderate level of mobility is recommended for the shared tour.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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