Cabo Verde and Sal Island An Upcoming Vacation Spot

Discover Sal, Cabo Verde — Your Next Unforgettable Escape

Imagine a place where sun, sea and salt converge into a one-of-a-kind canvas of blue and white — that’s Sal (Portuguese for “salt”), one of Cape Verde’s most luminous jewels. Nestled in the Atlantic, Sal delivers an all-year tropical promise: more than 350 days of sunshine annually.

From the moment you step off the plane, you’re greeted by crystalline waters, powdery white beaches, warm island hospitality and a relaxed pace that seems tailor made for recharging.

Let me take you on a journey through the magic of Sal — and why it deserves a starring spot on your travel radar.

🏝️ What Makes Sal Shine

Beaches & Waterplay

• Santa Maria Beach is arguably the crown jewel: turquoise shallows, gentle waves, sun-drenched sands — the classic island escape.

• Kite Beach / Ponta Preta draws wind- and wave-lovers from all over. Whether you’re a pro or a curious beginner, kite surfing here is more than a sport — it’s an adrenaline ritual.

• Blue Eye (Buracona) — a cave-pool that glows electric blue when the sunlight hits just right. It’s a moment of pure “wow.”

• Shell Beach (or “Shell Cemetery”) — not typical sand, but a sliver of coastline brimming with fragmented shells, making every footprint whisper the sea’s story.

Volcanic Salt & Landscapes

• Pedra de Lume Salt Crater — one of nature’s wonders. Within the crater of an extinct volcano lie salt pools more saline than the ocean. Float, explore, and marvel at the geological history woven into the land.

• Monte Grande, the island’s highest point (≈ 406 m), offers sweeping views and rugged volcanic landscapes.

• Serra Negra, a protected coastal hill, is a nesting ground for seabirds and turtles — a quiet side of Sal to treasure

Culture, Music & Island Vibe

• Sal pulses with morabeza — the warmth, hospitality, soul of Cape Verdean culture.

• Music is alive here. From morna’s gentle melancholy to festive rhythms like funaná and coladeira, the island’s soundscape resonates with heritage and joy.

• Visit Santa Maria’s streets, markets, and cafés to feel everyday life in motion and sample the national dish: cachupa (slow-cooked stew), local grogue (sugarcane spirit), fresh fish — all part of the gastronomic tapestry.

Adventure & Wildlife

• Quad & buggy tours across the island’s sandy interior let you feel the wind in your hair as you cross salt flats and desert expanses.

• Marine encounters include snorkeling, scuba diving, and shark-spotting (especially lemon sharks) in Shark Bay — safely, with respect to nature.

• Sea turtles & birds are part of the natural rhythm. From July to September, the beaches become nurseries for Caretta caretta hatchlings.

• Birdwatchers will delight too — coastal reserves and wetlands house migratory species and island endemics.