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Top 6 cultural & heritage things to do in Sal Rei

Heritage walks, museum days, temple complexes, and the kind of guides who explain why a place matters rather than reciting dates. The cultural side of Sal Rei, paced for actual seeing.

  1. Seaside Tour, Sal Rei1

    1. Seaside Tour

    · 4 hours

    “Discover the breathtaking beauty of Boa Vista with our Seaside Tour. explore historic sites, majestic dunes, and relax on beautiful beaches. Perfect for a quick and unforgettable adventure!”

  2. Private Tour Viana Desert, Cabo S. Maria and Sal Rei, Sal Rei2

    2. Private Tour Viana Desert, Cabo S. Maria and Sal Rei

    · 4 hours

    We cross the dunes of the magical desert of Viana, a true monument of sand created by the wind, then following the old picturesque road we descend to the bay of Boa Esperança where the gutted wreck of the merchantman Cabo Santa Maria is located (more than 300 ships sunk around the island, it is said due to the strong magnetism of the ground which drove the compasses crazy). Then we will arrive at the capital Sal Rei, a former salt export center, the old port is very interesting, dotted with colorful boats. Opposite is Ilheu de Sal Rei, the islet that houses the ruins of a fort built to protect the old village from pirates. In the central square: the Church of S. Isabella, the Municipal Market and various craft shops. MINIMUM 3 PAX

  3. Boa Vista Buggy Tour: Santa Monica & South Desert (4-Hour), Sal Rei3

    3. Boa Vista Buggy Tour: Santa Monica & South Desert (4-Hour)

    5.0· 152 reviews· 4 hours

    The most unique and fun way to discover Boa Vista! Jump on board our powerful 1000cc Buggies and get ready for an exciting tour around the South Coast of Boa Vista Island. Uncover the history and culture of this beautiful country while driving through the sandy beaches and the breathtaking landscapes that this Island offers.

  1. Boa Vista Jeep Expedition: Santa Monica & Desert (4-Hour), Sal Rei4

    4. Boa Vista Jeep Expedition: Santa Monica & Desert (4-Hour)

    4.9· 58 reviews· 4 hours

    Jump on board this exciting tour and go discover the treasures of the South of Boa Vista. Get to know the history and the culture of this beautiful Island, visit the caves of Varandinha Beach, cross the endless white sandy Santa Monica Beach and take some memorable pictures of your tour around the South of Boa Vista.

  2. Boa Vista Jeep Expedition: Shipwreck & Viana Desert (4-Hour), Sal Rei5

    5. Boa Vista Jeep Expedition: Shipwreck & Viana Desert (4-Hour)

    4.9· 68 reviews· 4 hours

    Discover the hidden gems of the North of Boa Vista and get to know the history and the culture of this beautiful Island. Visit the white sandy beaches, cross the endless desert and take some memorable pictures of your tour around the North of Boa Vista.

  3. Boa vista Fonte Oasis Views and Desert Sandboarding, Sal Rei6

    6. Boa vista Fonte Oasis Views and Desert Sandboarding

    1.0· 1 reviews· 7 hours

    We'd love to take you on a trip to show you places where most of the tourist don't come! First stop: Fonte vicente Oasis. See the the baobab tree, try nuts & baobab juice, rest on a swing and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Next stop: Curral Velho. This village was abandoned in the 19th century after continues pirate attacks. Next stop: salt lake. (Free salt souvenir) Next stop: morro negro lighthouse (163). Here we´ll do the local liquor tasting. Try local spirits: Grogue & Pontche. Next stop: the colorfull town of Fundo das Figueiras to have lunch in the banana plant garden. We'll visit the "Centro de Interpretação Ambiental", this is a museum that focusses on the conservation of sea turtles and wildlife. If that is not really your thing, then you can explore the townn instead. We'll drive via route 66 to the viana desert where we finish the tour with some sandboarding at one of the most beautiful landscapes of the island. We hope to see you soon on beautiful Boa vista!

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