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- keith vBrighton, UK27 contributionsGreat place safe very friendly people.usely a fair breeze.Good windsurf kitsurf.and diving fresh seafoodWritten September 14, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- pawel_hbgSopot, Poland9,999 contributionsTo be honest it was the most interesting activity during all we have made at Sal island. Still nothing so spectacular but because of history of this place something you can try. 5 eur for entrance, 1 eur for 30 seconds shower, changing room and toilet for free.Written June 8, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Keaton TCheshire, UK55 contributionsWe visited twice during our two week stay at the Riu Palace hotel which is only a 10-15 walk away. Really informative talk and was saw around a hundred baby turtles in total, amazing experience and a great companion to our night turtle walk to see a female loggerhead nest on the beach 🐢Written September 20, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jessica LSheffield, UK125 contributionsWhat a lovely charming place this is. You can clearly see, just how much effort & care has been put into this place. Definitely worth a visit!Written September 22, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lannieunder the toadstool354 contributionsVisited as part of the postcards of Sal island tour with TUI, it was a cloudy day when we visited but we were lucky enough to see this natural occurrence when the sun came through, it was amazing and worth the short wait bit hairy getting down to see it as you sit on rocks around the hole - not sure we would be allowed to do it in the UK,
We were lucky enough to see two turtles swimming in the water at the side of the blue eye as well which was a bonus! .
.would recommendWritten August 21, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Vyvi3 contributionsIt’s definitely worth a trip! We did see sharks even though we refused to take a tour guide. But we watched tour guides in the water not feeding sharks but just holding dead fish in the water, teasing the sharks to catch it and then pulling it out of the water again ..
if you take a taxi from Santa Maria it’s about 30-40€ to go to shark bay and back and the driver will wait for you. So no need to book a trip which is way more expensive.
You can rent shoes there or bring your own, in the water are lots of sharp rocks.
The toilet is basically not usable or at least really disgusting.
You can also buy drinks at a bar.
We spend about 40 minutes there.Written May 17, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Adam DLiverpool, UK399 contributionsWonderful beach to walk on, paddle or swim or watch kite surfers. Very quiet. One bar at near the beach entrance otherwise bring your own refreshmentsWritten January 10, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- woodie49Brighton, UK788 contributionsLovely Church on the main street between taxis and beach. WE would ordinarily go in but it was Sunday morning when we visited and people were gathered around as there clearly was a Service.Written February 29, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Scott GWashington DC, DC373 contributionsMy tour of the island stopped here; for a small fee you can go to the salt pan and swim/float around. I wore my bathing suit under my clothes; bring a towel. It's cool to feel yourself floating in the water, almost whether you wan to or not. The salt stays on you, leaving my suit with a fine layer of grit. It's a good experience suitable for people of most ages. Afterwards you can walk up a dirt "path" to the top of the mine and have a great view of the salt pans on one side and the desert on the other.Written January 22, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- pawel_hbgSopot, Poland9,999 contributionsIt is not so long pier as for example in Sopot in Poland but still interesting to see. If you are lucky you can meet here local fishermen selling fish.Written June 4, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Glenn HOxford, UK289 contributionsMy upbringing leaves me unable to pass a church and I am glad I stopped. It is a peaceful building that appears to have diverse uses for the general community in both gatherings and educationWritten January 20, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jas P11 contributionsGreat experience....went with family.
Dress code smart , it's okay for gent to wear short.
Entering requirement: everyone must take one form of id otherwise you won't be able access the casino
We where greeted by 2 customer services ladies at the front desk.. explain how things work inside.
10 euro was given to us as welcome gift and 10 euro to enter into the casino
Staff :friendly and polite
One tip ....have a limit set before you go as you can easily get carried away...
It's not that busy we went around 9am....
If you have nothing to do then it's worth going one night..
Casino is located near the hilton HotelWritten July 24, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Gillian BHartlepool, UK55 contributionsSupposed to make you younger when you partake! Great experience, don't need arms to float. Hard to touch the bottom. New experience.Written January 6, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Witold S264 contributionsI like markets. The village is small, but nice, with interesting shell beach at the end. Intewresting to see fishermen coming with new fish.Written September 1, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Spotty43 contributionsLovely beach shack restaurant over looking the sea. We both had 2 different salads and both were lovely. Reasonably priced and nice clean toilets.Written December 5, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ilha do Sal
- The top attractions to visit in Ilha do Sal are:
- Praia de Santa Maria
- Pedra Lume Salt Crater
- Projeto Biodiversidade
- Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra
- Buracona - Olho Azul
- The best outdoor activities in Ilha do Sal according to Tripadvisor travelers are:
- Projeto Biodiversidade
- Praia de Santa Maria
- Ponta Preta Beach
- Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra
- Shark Bay
- The best day trips from Ilha do Sal according to Tripadvisor travelers are:
- Sal Island Experience Tour with a native and certified guide (including Shark experience)
- join us in this excursion of Sal island
- Sal Island, Salinas, Buracona and lemon shark
- All inclusive full-Day Tour in Sal Island (Lunch and all fees included)
- Full-day tour - Salt Mine, Blue Eye, Shark Watch and Kite Beach
- The most popular things to do in Ilha do Sal with kids according to Tripadvisor travelers are: See all kid friendly things to do in Ilha do Sal on Tripadvisor
Ilha do Sal Attractions Information
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