Ribeira da Barca and Aguas Belas Boat Trip from Praia
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Experience Highlights
Climb aboard and embark on an exciting boat trip around the bay of Ribeira da Barca, on the island of Santiago, Cape Verde. The duration of the activity will be about 7 hours, during which you will discover impressive rock formations and sea caves where you can swim in its waters.
During the excursion, you will be accompanied by an expert guide, thanks to whom you will learn about the history and ecosystem of the places you will visit. The activity also includes a delicious lunch of grilled seafood, which you can enjoy on the beach. An activity full of beauty and sea, ideal for beach and nature lovers.
- Get on a boat and sail around the bay of Ribeira da Barca, in this 7 hour tour.
- Learn about the ecosystem and local history from your expert guide.
- Enjoy a delicious seafood barbecue at the beach
What’s included
- Boat excursion to Ribeira da Barca and Aguas Belas from Praia
- Expert guide
- Lifejacket on board
- Snorkelling equipment
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Step by Step
In this activity you will have the opportunity, for about 7 hours, to travel by boat around the bay of Ribeira da Barca, on the island of Santiago, Cape Verde. Throughout the activity, you will be accompanied by an expert guide, from whom you will learn many interesting facts about the culture and ecosystem of the places you will visit.
The day will start with a pick-up from your hotel and a drive to the west of the island. On the way, you will make photo stops in the charming village of Assomada before arriving at the picturesque bay of Ribeira da Barca Village. Here, you will begin your aquatic adventure aboard a traditional fishing boat.
During the boat trip, you will have the opportunity to admire the unique rock formations of Pilon de Achada Leite, considered one of the seven wonders of Cape Verde . These spectacular rocks surrounded by small crabs will leave you in awe of their natural beauty.
You will then head to Aguas Belas, which means "beautiful waters" in Portuguese. Sea conditions permitting, you can swim and snorkel in the sea caves in this area, where you can get up close and personal with the local marine life. Meanwhile, the staff on board will prepare a delicious seafood barbecue on the beach.
After enjoying your lunch on a black sand beach, you will return to Ribeira da Barca to conclude your tour and be taken back to your accommodation . Don't miss this exciting aquatic adventure that combines nature, marine exploration and a delicious meal on the beach.
