Espargos

Nature

Sal

An island in Cape Verde's Barlavento group, stretching roughly 30 km in length. It's a relaxing place to explore while taking in the Atlantic atmosphere.

Nature

Ilhéu Rabo de Junco

Ilhéu Rabo de Junco is an uninhabited islet near the western coast of Sal Island, located within the Baía da Murdeira marine nature reserve. It's a fine sight from the shore, floating on the clear waters.

Nature

Monte Grande (Sal), Cape Verde

Monte Grande is the highest peak on Sal Island, Cape Verde, at 405 meters, located 8 km northeast of Espargos. Its distinctive pillow lava formations make it an interesting spot to explore the geology.

Views & landmarks

Farol de Pedra de Lume

Sits on a hill near the port of Pedra de Lume, at the eastern tip of Sal island, Cape Verde. Built in 1855, this lighthouse is a short trip from downtown Espargos and offers fine ocean views.

Views & landmarks

Farol da Ponta Norte

This lighthouse stands at the northernmost tip of Sal Island. First built in 1897 and rebuilt several times since, it now consists of a 5-meter-tall iron tower.

Nature

Nossa Senhora das Dores

Located on Sal Island, Cabo Verde, this area is known for its white sandy beaches and year-round sunny weather. It's a great place for kiteboarding and visiting sea turtle nesting sites.

Nature

Baía de Murdeira

A crescent-shaped bay on the southwestern coast of Sal Island, a marine protected area sheltering the Rabo de Junco cliffs and a small islet. It is also known as a nesting site for sea turtles and seabirds, offering an untouched natural landscape.

Nature

Cagarral

This mountain on Sal Island stands 6 km east of Espargos, near Pedra de Lume, and together with the salt flats on its western side forms a protected landscape area. Close to the island's eastern coast, it's a great spot to take in the striking terrain.