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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 North Coast of Boa Vista Island. Discover the beautiful beaches, the shipwreck in Cabo Santa Maria, the "Ponta do Sol" Panorama Point and much, much more!
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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.
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Swim at Santa Mónica Beach, the most beautiful beach of the archipelago. Have a chance to see sea turtles in their natural habitat, walk on epic sand dunes and caves, and discover the Shipwreck, a postcard of Boa Vista.
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An amazing experience around the desert of Boa Vista to discover the Cape Verdean Death Valley! Drive our powerful 1000cc buggies and explore this off-road paradise following our guide through an exciting mystery route.
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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.
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Combi Relax Tour
Morre dareia
Off we go to our dune landscape, which fascinates us again and again with the view over the bay Chaves!
Varandinha
Along the west coast to Varandinha beach. Let's take a look at the limestone caves together. My personal favorite place on Boa Vista.
Santa Monica
South on the west coast is the beautiful Santa Monica beach. Here we will make a longer stop. You can go swimming, dune and enjoy.
Rabil
In the pottery school we look at the beautiful handwork. Since we also have the opportunity to buy souvenirs,
that come 100% from Boa Vista.
Shipwreck Cabo Santa Maria
The shipwreck, this is already some time on the north coast of Boa Vista. A ride over hill and dale
Sal Rei
Lunch in a local restaurant with a breathtaking sea view over the coast Praia de Chaves. Then you have time to shop.
Duration: about 7 hours
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Experience Boa Vista’s rugged beauty on this 2-hour quad adventure! Starting from Sal Rei, follow our expert guide along scenic trails to reach the famous Cabo Santa Maria Beach.
Here you will find the iconic Shipwreck of the Spanish cargo that ran aground in 1968, which now became a landmark of Boa Vista, resting along the shore. After capturing this unforgettable sight, continue your ride through the Viana Desert, one of the Seven Wonders of Cape Verde. With its white sandy dunes and serene landscape, it’s the perfect backdrop for an adventure into nature’s quiet grandeur.
With all equipment provided and convenient hotel transfers, this tour offers a thrilling escape into Boa Vista’s most breathtaking spots.
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Explore Boa Vista Island on a 4x4 tour with hotel pickup and drop-off. Discover Rabil and visit a local handicraft production center. Admire the Deserto de Viana, see the rusted Cabo Santa Maria shipwreck, and stop at the Chapel of Our Lady of Fatima.
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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.
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WARNING: THIS IS NOT YOUR AVERAGE TOUR
If you want to feel the island beyond its beautiful beaches, experience Cape Verdean culture firsthand, and be welcomed as part of the family, then this experience is for you
WHAT TO EXPECT
✔️ A warm welcome with a traditional drumming session - here music isn’t just heard, it’s felt!
✔️ Get hands-on! Learn how to milk goats, feed the animals, and discover the daily life of a true rural community
✔️ Uncover the secrets behind the famous handmade goat cheese
✔️ Sit in a breathtaking spot and savor an authentic Cape Verdean breakfast, featuring the country's most iconic dish
✔️ Raise a glass of homemade ponche, a delicious local liqueur, while sharing stories with the villagers
✔️ Experience a greener, more authentic side of Boa Vista
⭐ WHY DO PEOPLE SAY THIS IS THE BEST EXPERIENCE IN BOA VISTA?
Because it’s not a staged tourist show. Here, you don’t just watch you live it.
You don’t just visit a community... you become part of it
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Shipwreck Adventure
Sal Rei the island capital
A short walk together through Sal Rei and then you can look around on your own.
Shipwreck Cabo Santa Maria
Over hill and dale it goes to the shipwreck. How long has the ship been there? A piece of history for the Boa Vistians. See the shipwreck before the sea eats it up!
Desert Viana
In our desert we will enjoy a little sand sledding and the beautiful surroundings, if you like a little walk through it.
stable
Rabil last stop at the pottery. Here you can still see real handwork and have the opportunity to buy souvenirs that come 100% from Boa Vista.
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Santa Monica No Stress Tour
Morro d'areia
A fabulous view of the Praia de Chaves beach with the dune landscape on a drive through the sand dunes that you will not soon forget. Also you can try sandboarding.
Passing Turtle & Shark Bay we drive towards Varandinha Beach.
Praia Varandinha
Discover with me the limestone caves on Varandinha beach. One of my favorite places on Boa Vista. With a little luck we will see an osprey here
santa monica
We stop at the beach bar Boca Beach with our friend Didi.
Without many words. Enjoy and enjoy again!
Duration: approx. 4-5 hours
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Why turtle watching with Rotcha-Tours?
A professional, well-coordinated team that eliminates unnecessary walking on the beaches. Because we work with radio and send the guys ahead with whom we are in constant contact.
We will pick you up from your hotel or holiday accommodation at around 6 p.m. After about an hour's drive, we will reach the nature reserve on the east coast of Boa Vista, where 80% of the egg laying takes place. I ask you to wear good shoes and dark and warm clothing! Sometimes we have to be patient, depending on when we can observe the egg laying, we are back at around 11 p.m.
99.9% sighting guarantee.
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Get ready for an unforgettable 4-hour Quad Bike adventure across Boa Vista’s southern coast. Follow our expert local guides on a thrilling ride that takes you to some of the island’s most breathtaking spots.
Your journey begins at the towering Chamine of Praia de Chaves, a fascinating landmark that stands against the vast ocean backdrop. From there, ride on to the stunning Morro de Areia Dunes, where endless stretches of golden sand meet the Atlantic Ocean—a sight that truly captures Boa Vista’s untouched beauty.
Next, experience the rugged charm of Praia de Varandinha, a secluded beach with spectacular cliffs and hidden caves. Take a moment to explore or simply soak in the view of the Atlantic crashing against the shore. Finally, you’ll arrive at Povoação Velha, the island’s oldest village, where traditional charm and local life offer a glimpse into Boa Vista’s rich culture.
For those looking to experience Boa Vista beyond the usual, this is a must-do.
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Explore the beautiful landscapes of Boa Vista on our half-day tour. Experience sandboarding on the Morro de Arreia sanddunes, and get up close with turtles and (baby) lemon or nurse sharks in their natural habitats at Turtle Bay and Shark Bay. Stand in de beautiful caves at Praia Varandinha and white sandy beach of Santa Monica. Finish of the tour with a tastings of traditional (alcoholic) drinks like Grogue and Pontche at a village bar in the first settlement.
This tour is the ideal combi of the most beautiful landscapes of the island, wildlife and culture, with round-trip hotel transport included for your convenience.
- Half-day tour showcasing Boa Vista's natural beauty and wildlife
- Visit Turtle Bay and Shark Bay to see turtles and (baby) lemon/nurse sharks in their natural habitat
- Enjoy sandboarding on the Morro de Arreia sanddunesdunes
- Taste grogue & pontche in Boa Vista's first village, Povoçao Velha
- Friendly local guides, who help you make memories of a lifetime
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Explore some highlights of Boa Vista Island in this four Hour tour, Have opportunity to visit Rabil, meet locals and visit a local handicraft production. Admire the Viana Desert, Visit an old boat “Cabo Santa Maria" which is a symbol of Boa Vista Island, visit also the beautiful Fatima Church.
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