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Sal Rei 3-Day Itinerary (2 Nights)

A 3-day route through Sal Rei grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.

Distances are straight-line, so actual transit times will differ. Feel free to reorder the stops. · Updated August 15, 2026

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DAY 1

Around Boa Vista · Nature·Views & landmarks

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  1. Morning
    Boa Vista

    Nature

    A municipality on Boa Vista Island, Cabo Verde, with Sal Rei as its seat. It comprises two parishes: Santa Isabel and São João Baptista.

  2. After lunch
    Praia de Cabral

    Nature · 1 km from the previous stop

    A beach on the northwestern coast of Boa Vista island, Cape Verde, close to the village of Sal Rei. An old chapel nearby makes it a nice spot to combine a beach walk with some sightseeing.

  3. Afternoon
    Ponta da Escuma Lighthouse

    Views & landmarks · 2 km from the previous stop

    This lighthouse stands at the western tip of a small uninhabited islet off Sal Rei, on Cape Verde's Boa Vista island, guiding ships in and out of the harbor. Since it's cut off from the mainland, you can only get close by boat, giving it a distinctive, remote feel.

  4. Evening
    Ilhéu de Sal-Rei

    Nature · 0.1 km from the previous stop

    Ilhéu de Sal-Rei is an uninhabited islet off Boa Vista Island, Cape Verde, 1 km southwest of Sal Rei. It's small, with a highest point of just 27 meters, making it a peaceful spot to take in the scenery.

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DAY 2

Around Cabo de Santa Maria · Nature

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  1. Morning
    Cabo de Santa Maria

    Nature

    A beach on the northern coast of Boa Vista Island, Cabo Verde. The wreck of the cargo ship Cabo Santa Maria, which ran aground in 1968, still remains, creating an exotic landscape.

  2. After lunch
    Ponta do Sol

    Nature · 6.5 km from the previous stop

    A cape at the northwestern tip of Boa Vista island, marking its northernmost point. Located 6 km north of downtown Sal Rei, it's a quiet spot to take in ocean views.

  3. Afternoon
    Ribeira do Rabil

    Nature · 9.3 km from the previous stop

    A seasonal river that rises in the southeast of Boa Vista Island, flows past the eastern side of the village of Rabil, and empties into the Atlantic. The Lagoa do Rabil wetland at its mouth is known for attracting a wide variety of wildlife.

  4. Evening
    Praia da Chave

    Nature · 4.2 km from the previous stop

    A beach on the western side of Boa Vista island, Cape Verde, near the village of Rabil. Stretching about 5 km, it's a great spot for a quiet walk.

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DAY 3

Around Santa Isabel · Nature

  1. All day
    Santa Isabel

    Nature

    An area on the western side of Boa Vista Island, Cabo Verde, home to Sal Rei, the island's main town. It's well worth exploring together during a visit to Boa Vista.

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