Sao Vicente and Sal
Family lightning tour
A family-friendly escape through São Vicente and Sal, mixing creativity, adventure and relaxation with pottery, horseback riding, snorkeling and golden beach moments.
A family-friendly escape through São Vicente and Sal, blending creativity, adventure and relaxation. Discover pottery workshops, horseback riding and snorkeling with turtles, complemented by moments of culture, capoeira and island exploration. End your journey with free days on Sal’s golden beaches, where turquoise waters and ocean breezes create lasting memories for the whole family.
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Day 1 - Arrival on the island of São Vicente
Upon arrival at Cesaria Evora International Airport in São Vicente,
you will be welcomed by our team, who will then transfer you to your hotel.
Accommodation: hotel
Day 2 - Pottery Day in Mindelo
This day is dedicated to learning and working with clay, with a focus on modelling and creating souvenirs, but also to providing lots of fun and entertainment for the family, especially the children.
This activity is led by a professional who is well versed in modelling techniques such as the potter's wheel and pinch pot, as well as local materials.
During the session, the professional will explain the entire procedure and then you can choose what to model, fire and keep as a souvenir.
Accommodation: hotel
Meals included: breakfast.
Day 3 - Horse riding at the Mindelo Equestrian Club
On the vibrant island of São Vicente, the Mindelo Equestrian Club is a unique haven where nature and equestrian tradition meet in perfect harmony.
Upon stepping into this space, we are immediately transported to a world of calm and elegance, where the sound of horses' hooves echoes softly in the air, and the Atlantic wind caresses our faces. With a breathtaking view of the sea and the surrounding mountains, each step inside the club reveals a new discovery, with horses galloping freely.
The experience of riding a horse, feeling the synchrony between rider and animal, is a true connection with the essence of the place.
✓ Accommodation: hotel
✓ Meals included: breakfast
✓ Duration: 2 hours
Day 4 - Snorkelling in Sao Pedro - Free afternoon - Capoeira
Embark on a unique and exciting adventure in the village of São Pedro on the island of São Vicente together with turtles and local fishermen.
After finishing the dive, enjoy the afternoon at leisure and in the evening join in a journey of entertainment and sporting culture with professional capoeira dancers and children from the island.
✓ Meals included: Breakfast
✓ Accommodation: Hotel
5 - Sao Vicente Island Tour
Departing from Mindelo, explore Monte Verde, the highest point on the island of São Vicente, where you can enjoy magnificent views of the entire city and also the neighbouring islands.
Continue to Baia das Gatas, the most popular destination for Cape Verdeans, where you can take some time to swim.
Next, we will take the coastal road north of Baia, where you will be surprised by the contrast between the blue sea, the white sand dunes and the black volcanic rocks.
Then return to Mindelo through the Calhau oasis to your hotel.
✓ Accommodation: hotel
✓ Meals included: breakfast and lunch.
Day 6 - Flight from Sao Vicente to Sal Island
Depending on your flight schedule to Sal Island, our driver will take you to São Vicente Airport to catch your flight to Sal Island. Once you arrive, you will be welcomed and taken to your hotel in Santa Maria.
✓ Accommodation: hotel
✓ Meals included: breakfast
✓ Transport included: airport transfer
✓ Activities included: tour of Santa Maria
Days 7 and 8 - Free days in Sal
Free days to discover the island at your own pace or enjoy some water activities and make wonderful memories of your family trip.
✓ Accommodation: hotel
✓ Meals included: breakfast
Day 9 - End of trip and return flight
Depending on your return flight schedule, you will be taken to Sal Airport to catch your flight. We hope you have had a wonderful experience during your trip.
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