🌴 CAPE VERDE AUGUST 2026: DISCOVERING SAL 🌞

Group Trip to Cape Verde: Between Beaches, Deserts & Sea Turtles 🐢 Let's discover the Island of Sal on the perfect summer getaway — from August 12th to 18th, 2026! An experience designed for those who want to combine the sea, adventure, and local culture, in a small, multicultural group. During this week, we’ll experience the true essence of Cape Verde: endless white beaches, volcanic deserts and salt flats, snorkeling with turtles, Creole cooking classes, and magical sunsets over the ocean. 🌞 August is the ideal time to discover the island of Sal, embrace the “No Stress” lifestyle, and live an authentic experience surrounded by new friends from all over the world. 🌍 ✨ Why join this trip to Cape Verde 🏝️ Explore the whole island of Sal in a 4×4 — deserts, salt flats, lunar landscapes, and natural pools 🐢 Snorkel among tropical fish and sea turtles 🍳 Take part in a Creole cooking class: prepare and taste cachupa, Cape Verde’s traditional dish 🌅 Experience a magical night watching sea turtles nesting on the beach ⛵ Enjoy a catamaran cruise with music and open bar 🏜️ Ride a quad through the dunes and tracks of the Viana Desert 💃 Free time for kitesurfing, diving, or simply relaxing by the sea 🌟 Who this trip is for ✔️ Sea, nature, and culture lovers ✔️ Those looking for a different kind of summer — between ocean, desert, and Creole music ✔️ Travelers who love international, authentic, and friendly groups ✔️ Anyone dreaming of endless sunsets, genuine experiences, and that unique feeling of freedom Cape Verde gives 🗺 Detailed Itinerary* 📅 August 12 | Arrival in Sal & Welcome in Santa Maria Arrival at Amílcar Cabral Airport ✈️. Airport transfer and accommodation in Santa Maria, our home base for the week. Depending on arrival time, we’ll explore the village, the fishermen’s pier, and enjoy our first sunset with an aperitif on the beach. Optional dinner by the sea 🍹 📅 August 13 | Full Island Tour of Sal Today we’ll explore the island on an unforgettable 4×4 tour 🚙 We’ll visit Espargos, Palmeira, the natural pools of Buracona (the Blue Eye), the Terra Boa desert, and the Pedra de Lume Salt Mines — where you can float effortlessly in the salty waters of a volcanic crater. Return in the afternoon and free evening in Santa Maria. 📅 August 14 | Snorkeling + Cooking Class + Turtle Watching Morning snorkeling in Sal’s crystal-clear waters among colorful fish and turtles 🐠 In the afternoon, we’ll dive into local culture with a traditional Cape Verdean cooking workshop to learn how to prepare cachupa 🍲 The day will end with a magical experience: night-time sea turtle watching during their nesting on the beach 🌙🐢 📅 August 15 | Catamaran Cruise + Zipline Adventure A morning of sun and fun on a catamaran along Sal’s coast — music, ocean breeze, and open bar on board ⛵🎶 In the afternoon, thrill-seekers can enjoy a zipline ride with ocean views 🌊 📅 August 16 | Quad Adventure in the Viana Desert Today we’ll set off on one of the most exciting experiences of the trip: a quad tour through Sal’s desert landscapes 🏜️ Drive in pairs or solo (single supplement +45 €) through sand dunes and breathtaking views. Afternoon free to relax, go shopping, or enjoy a seaside massage. 📅 August 17 | Free Day & Optional Activities Your last full day is all yours! Choose how to spend it: 🌬️ Kitesurf lessons 🤿 Diving or underwater excursions 🛍️ Visit local markets or relax at Ponta Preta or Santa Maria beaches We’ll close the day with a farewell dinner at sunset 💛 📅 August 18 | Farewell & Departure Breakfast and airport transfer. We say goodbye to Cape Verde with hearts full of sunshine, music, and new friendships ☀️🎶 ✅ What’s Included? 🏡 Double room accommodation in Santa Maria 🚐 Airport transfer 🚙 Full island 4×4 tour 🐠 Snorkeling excursion 🍲 Local cooking class (Cachupa workshop) 🐢 Night-time turtle watching ⛵ Catamaran cruise 🌊 Zipline adventure 🏜️ Quad tour (tandem; single option with supplement) ❌What’s Not Included? ✈️ International flights to/from Cape Verde (Amílcar Cabral Airport – SID) 🍽️ Meals and drinks not specified 🚕 Transfers or activities not listed in the program ℹ️ Useful Information 🗓️ Dates: August 12–18, 2026 📍 Airport: Amílcar Cabral (Sal) 🌡️ Climate: 25–32 °C, dry and breezy all year 💳 Currency: Cape Verdean Escudo (CVE) 🗣️ Group languages: Italian, Spanish & English 🔄 Flexibility: program may vary slightly due to weather or local timing 🧳 Activity level: easy to moderate 🫶 Ideal for: solo travelers, couples, or friends seeking adventure and authenticity 💰 Expense management: we’ll use the Splitwise app for shared costs