Sal Island: Espargos City Tour, Local Life & Cape Verde Tapas
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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.
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Duration 2.5 hours
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Live tour guide
Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
Key facts
What's included
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
Itinerary
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Stop 1
On the way, you'll pass Amílcar Cabral International Airport, the first international airport in Cape Verde, while your guide explains its important role in the island's development.
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Stop 2
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.
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Stop 3
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.
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Stop 4
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.
Meeting point & pickup
Hotel pickup included for all travelers
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.
How to get there
Pickup is available from 58 listed hotels. Exact pickup time is confirmed after booking.
Cancellation & confirmation
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day(s) before
- 0% refund if cancelled 0–1 day(s) before
- May be cancelled for bad weather
- May be cancelled if there are not enough travelers
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Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $34.16 per person
- Free cancellation
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