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The Best Tours & Experiences in Boa Vista – Viana Desert, Santa Monica Beach & 4x4 Tour

We compared the bookable tours on Boa Vista, from the Viana Desert and Santa Monica Beach to whale and turtle trips. Almost every booking offers free cancellation.

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Boa Vista: Shark, Turtles, Cave, Sandboarding & Tasting Tour

Boa Vista: Shark, Turtles, Cave, Sandboarding & Tasting Tour

⏱ 4 - 4.5 hours · 4.8 (616)

The most fun way to discover Boa Vista! See sharks and turtles in their natural habitat, the caves, and visit Santa Monica beach. Glide over sand dunes, and finish the day with…

from €58 per person

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Boa Vista: Turtles, Sharks, Santa Monica Beach, Shipwreck, Cave

Boa Vista: Turtles, Sharks, Santa Monica Beach, Shipwreck, Cave

⏱ 7 hours · 4.8 (419)

Discover the highlights of Boa Vista in just one day – a shipwreck, the Viana Desert, Santa Mónica, Shark Bay, and much more. Nature, culture and adventure perfectly combined.

from €67 per person

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Boa Vista Fullday Excursion 4x4 Jeep

Boa Vista Fullday Excursion 4x4 Jeep

⏱ 7 hours · 4.8 (312)

Discover the best spots of Boa Vista in one Day\nExplore the most beautiful beach Santa Monica and the shipwreck Santa Maria on this excursion. We take our time to see also turt…

from €72 per person

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Boa Vista Buggy Tour: Shipwreck & Viana Desert (2-Hour)

Boa Vista Buggy Tour: Shipwreck & Viana Desert (2-Hour)

⏱ 2 hours · 4.9 (243)

Explore the North of Boa Vista in this thrilling Buggy Adventure! Enjoy 2 hours of pure fun discovering the breathtaking landscapes that the Island has to offer!

from €145 per group up to 2

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Boa Vista: Turtle, Shark, Santa Monica, Sandboard & Tasting

Boa Vista: Turtle, Shark, Santa Monica, Sandboard & Tasting

⏱ 4 hours · 4.7 (239)

Enjoy a half-day out exploring the west coast of Boavista on a dune sandboarding and 4x4 tour. Get the chance to see green turtles and lemon sharks, Santa Monica beach, and tast…

from €65 per person

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Boa Vista Catamaran Tour: All Inclusive Bay Cruise

Boa Vista Catamaran Tour: All Inclusive Bay Cruise

⏱ 4 hours · 4.5 (193)

Discover the beauty of Boa Vista on a Catamaran Tour. Drinks, Prosecco, snorkeling, and seasonal dolphin or turtle sightings included!

from €62 per person

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Boa Vista Jeep Expedition: Shipwreck & Viana Desert (4-Hour)

Boa Vista Jeep Expedition: Shipwreck & Viana Desert (4-Hour)

⏱ 4 hours · 4.9 (175)

An exciting off-road experience to discover the hidden beauties in the North of Boa Vista Island.

from €55 per person

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Boa Vista: Beautiful Beaches, Turtles & Djeu Island Snorkel

Boa Vista: Beautiful Beaches, Turtles & Djeu Island Snorkel

⏱ 7 hours · 4.7 (169)

Join us to snorkel at the uninhabited island of Djeu, have lunch at a beach bar, then explore the beautiful south in the afternoon with sandboarding and visits to Shark Bay and…

from €85 per person

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Boa Vista: Whale Watching Trip with Motoryacht
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Boa Vista: Whale Watching Trip with Motoryacht

⏱ 3 hours · 4.6 (160)

Search for majestic humpback whales on a half-day boat tour in a Motoryacht of Boa Vista. With a biologist guide, learn about these massive creatures as you observe them in thei…

from €80 per person

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Boa Vista: Santa Monica, Dunes, Caves and Village 4x4 Tour

Boa Vista: Santa Monica, Dunes, Caves and Village 4x4 Tour

⏱ 4 hours · 4.8 (151)

Discover the south coast of Boavista Island on this guided 4x4 tour. Explore the Viana desert, a traditional village, the Varandinha beach caves, and stop at Origens Santa Monic…

from €65 per person

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Boa Vista - Reef snorkeling in Gatas Bay / Aperitif with locals

Boa Vista - Reef snorkeling in Gatas Bay / Aperitif with locals

⏱ 4 hours · 4.3 (145)

Discover the beautiful coral reef of Gatas Bay in the east of Boa Vista. While snorkeling, you will experience a fascinating underwater world with many species of tropical fish.

from €54 per person

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Boa Vista: Desert, Turtle Bay, Shark Bay, Caves, Dream Beach & Sandboarding

Boa Vista: Desert, Turtle Bay, Shark Bay, Caves, Dream Beach & Sandboarding

⏱ 4 hours · 4.6 (144)

Embark on an exciting half-day adventure, perfect for those who want to explore the island's main landmarks in a shorter time, but with unique experiences.

from €45 per person

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Boa Vista: Shark, Turtles, Cave, Sandboarding & Tasting Tour First overview 4 h ★ 4.8 (616) €58 Check price →
Boa Vista: Turtles, Sharks, Santa Monica Beach, Shipwreck, Cave Full island day 7 h ★ 4.8 (419) €67.15 Check price →
Boa Vista Fullday Excursion 4x4 Jeep Classic 4x4 7 h ★ 4.8 (312) €72 Check price →
Boa Vista Buggy Tour: Shipwreck & Viana Desert (2-Hour) Self-drive adventure 2 h ★ 4.9 (243) €145 Check price →

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Frequently asked questions

What is Boa Vista best known for?

Long sandy beaches, the Viana dunes, the Cabo Santa Maria shipwreck and seasonal wildlife. The largest bookable group is island and 4x4 tours; boat, snorkelling, turtle and whale trips are also available.

Can I explore the whole island in a normal rental car?

Not comfortably. Several sought-after beaches and desert stops are reached on sand or rough tracks. A guided 4x4 tour is the normal choice, and rental agreements may exclude off-road driving.

When can I see whales and turtles?

Whale trips are seasonal, mainly from late winter into spring; turtle nesting tours run on summer nights. They are wild animals, so sightings cannot be guaranteed and exact operating dates change.

Does Boa Vista have a large city or mountain landscape?

No. Sal Rei is a small island capital, not a major city, and Boa Vista is comparatively low and arid. Monte Estância reaches about 387 metres; the island is known more for dunes and beaches than high mountains.

Where do boat trips leave from?

Most marine trips use Sal Rei and its bay. Always check the meeting point: resorts around Praia de Chaves or the south coast are not the same place as Sal Rei, and transfers may be part of the tour.

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