Catamaran Half Day - Beautiful day on the Atlantic Ocean
Description
Half-Day Catamaran Cruise – Sail, Relax & Enjoy Cape Verde Set sail on a relaxing half-day cruise along the southwest coast of Sal Island. Enjoy the breeze, sunshine, and ocean views aboard one of our spacious catamarans - with limited group sizes for a comfortable, personal experience. Whether you sunbathe, sip a drink, or simply take in the views, this trip is all about slowing down and enjoying life at sea. Please note: Due to the damaged pier in Santa Maria, boarding takes place from the beach via dinghy. Your feet may get wet. During the trip, you’ll enjoy: - Relaxed sailing along Sal’s beautiful coast - Light snacks and drinks on board (note: not a full meal) - A friendly, local crew and chill atmosphere - A quick stop for swimming or snorkeling at the end (equipment provided), location depending on conditions This is not a party cruise — it’s a calm, joyful experience. Wildlife sightings are possible, but NOT guaranteed. The focus is on sailing and small-group comfort.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Sail into the blue with us and get to know the Atlantic Ocean from different perspectives.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Please reach out se we can confirm your pick up / meeting point.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(363)
The sailors were incredibly talented, welcoming and despite our youngest getting sea sick (the entire journey because of a choppy day) we all had a fabulous time and even saw a turtle. Would recommend but maybe on a calmer day. Thank you for taking care of our little girl too.
Thank you so much for your lovely review! 😊 It was a pleasure having your family on board. We’re sorry your little one wasn’t feeling her best, but we’re happy to hear you still had a wonderful time together and even got to spot a turtle! 🐢 Thank you for your kind words about our crew. We hope to welcome you all back on a calmer day for another memorable sail. ⛵
A gorgeous experience in Santa Maria, with a lovely crew and capitan. The boat is beautiful, the food provided is great, and the service on board is 10/10. Bring your own snorkelling goggles & make sure you have a bag that doesn’t get too wet, because you have to take a small boat to get to the catamaran, and your stuff might get wet.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We’re delighted you enjoyed the boat, the food, and the service from our crew. It means a lot to us to hear you had such a great experience. Thank you as well for sharing your helpful tips with future guests. We hope to welcome you back on board the next time you’re in Cape Verde! ⛵
Make sure to text them with your pick up location, sounded like they might not have been checking the app. Good solid tour, average. Nice boat, free drinks. Small snacks. 5 minutes of water time. Not a party boat. Toilet aboard. No real destination or things to see. Vague acknowledgement we might see animals but no staff were actively looking for them.
Dear Alexander, Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us your feedback. We truly appreciate it. We completely agree that it is very important for us to know where our guests are staying so we can confirm the correct meeting point and pick-up time, and organize our transfers accordingly. We always reach out to our guests before their trip, preferably via WhatsApp, as it is the easiest way to confirm all the details. However, sometimes we are unable to reach guests due to incorrect contact information or because the accommodation selected during the booking is not where they are actually staying. As mentioned in the booking confirmation, we kindly ask all guests to contact us after booking to confirm their accommodation so we can arrange everything correctly. We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the boat, the drinks, and the relaxed atmosphere. Our trips are designed to offer a peaceful sailing experience along the beautiful southwest coast of the island rather than being a party or snorkeling excursion. Depending on the wind and ocean conditions, our captain adjusts the route to ensure the best and safest sailing experience. Regarding wildlife, our captain and crew are always keeping an eye out and do their very best to spot dolphins, turtles, whales (seasonal), or other marine life. As these are wild animals in their natural habitat, sightings can never be guaranteed, but we always keep our fingers crossed! Thank you once again for your valuable feedback. We will certainly share your comments with our crew as we are always looking for ways to improve our guests’ experience. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you on board again in the future. ⛵💙 Warm regards, Ana
I was suggested the catamaran experience after a bad experience with another local agency. I must say they turned my vacation around. The pick-up was very punctual. The crew members were very kind, playful, but never excessive. They speak several languages perfectly. We managed to see a turtle and some butterfly fish. All of this with soft snacks and some pleasant drinks. The catamaran was also in excellent condition and very clean.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're really happy to hear that we could help turn your holiday around after your previous experience. It's great to know that you enjoyed the trip, our crew, and the atmosphere on board. Seeing a turtle is always a special bonus, and we're glad you also had the chance to spot some beautiful fish along the way. Thank you as well for mentioning the cleanliness and condition of the catamaran. Our team works hard to keep everything in top shape, so it means a lot to hear that it was appreciated. We hope to welcome you back on board one day for another sailing adventure in Cape Verde! ⛵☀️ Warm regards, Susi & the Cape Verde Sailing Team
Terrific afternoon out on the catamaran. The 4 man team did a great job looking after everyone and chasing dolphins for us to see..
Thank you so much! 😊 We're happy you had a great afternoon with us. The crew will be delighted to hear your kind words. And of course, we're glad the dolphins decided to make an appearance too! 🐬☀️ Hope to see you back on board one day! Cape Verde Sailing Team
Pleasant crew. Snacks are limited to pastries at the end of the cruise and some corn nuts with the drinks. The most. We were able to observe the dolphins that accompanied us on our return. It was just magical!
Thank you for your review! 😊 We're very happy to hear that you enjoyed the crew and that the dolphins joined you on the way back. Moments like that really are magical! 🐬✨ Thank you as well for your feedback regarding the snacks. As described, we offer light snacks during the trip, but we're currently trying out some new options and are always looking at ways to improve the experience for our guests. We hope to welcome you back on board one day! Susi & the Cape Verde Sailing Team
We had an afternoon at sea. The wind had been quite high all week so we were asked to postpone our original booking for a few days, all communication was very good. We were picked up from our hotel and taken to the Bikini Beach Bar behind the Melia hotels. We then had a small boat ride to the catamaran, which was an experience in itself. With the high winds the sailing experience was very good but the snorkelling was a little difficult and took place at the end of the trip just offshore. Getting back on board the catamaran wasn’t easy. During the sail we only saw a few flying fish but the crew said there were two pods of dolphins that they had seen in the morning. The crew were friendly, helpful and informative. We had beer/wine or soft drinks freely available with dishes of mixed nuts and a doughnut at the end of the sail. We felt this was a good trip to break up our week and get out on the water. The weather conditions weren’t ideal for us but we still had a nice afternoon.
Thank you so much for your detailed review! 😊 We're happy to hear you still had a nice afternoon with us despite the windy conditions. Safety always comes first, which is why we sometimes recommend moving trips to a better day when possible. The little boat transfer to the catamaran has definitely become part of the adventure since the pier was damaged, and we're glad you enjoyed the experience. Thank you as well for your kind words about our crew. They'll be happy to hear it! And while wildlife is never guaranteed, we always keep our eyes open and hope for those special encounters. We hope to welcome you back on board on a calmer day next time! ⛵☀️ Susi & the Cape Verde Sailing Team
Very good experience! Catamaran was really stunning and stable! The staff was went above and beyond for us! They always offered drinks and snacks but their priority was our safety! Sadly we didn’t saw any animals only some flying fish but they were really cool. The snorkeling part was good as well, water was cold, but once you in there its really good! Saw many fish while snorkelling! Lovely team and great trip! 10/10
Thank you so much for your lovely review! 😊 We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the trip and felt well looked after by our crew. Safety is always our top priority, so it means a lot that you noticed that. While wildlife is never guaranteed, we're happy you got to see some flying fish and enjoyed the snorkeling with all the fish underwater. 🐠✨ Thank you for sailing with us, and we hope to welcome you back on board one day! Susi & the Cape Verde Sailing Team
The crew was Mega! Pick-up followed at Bikini beach, then were taken by boat to the catamaran. Snacks and drinks were plentiful and you could easily help yourself at any time. The crew was VERY concerned that you could see dolphins etc. was able to see what actually happened. Later we had another nice selection of pastries. Only recommended
Vielen Dank für die tolle Bewertung! 😊 Es freut uns sehr, dass euch die Tour gefallen hat und ihr sogar das Glück hattet, Delfine zu sehen. 🐬✨ Ein besonderes Dankeschön auch für die lieben Worte über unsere Crew – sie gibt immer ihr Bestes, damit unsere Gäste einen unvergesslichen Tag auf dem Wasser erleben. Wir würden uns freuen, euch wieder einmal an Bord begrüßen zu dürfen! Liebe Grüße Susi & das Cape Verde Sailing Team
Great catamaran afternoon! What a wonderful afternoon we had on the catamaran. The atmosphere on board was immediately good: cozy, relaxed and with a fun, young and spontaneous crew who really felt like it. There was a bit little wind, but that was absolutely not allowed to spoil the fun. We enjoyed the trip, the view and the fine atmosphere on the water. As icing on the cake we also saw the pilot whales, which made the afternoon completely special. The trip is accompanied by a Dutch guide and that is a real plus. He can tell you anything and makes you feel welcome immediately. So the Dutch: don’t hesitate, just book and come along. Highly recommended!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere on board and had such a great afternoon with us. Seeing pilot whales is always a special bonus, and we're happy they decided to make an appearance for your trip! 🐋✨ We'll also make sure to pass your kind words on to our Dutch guide Rune and crew. Thank you for recommending us, and we hope to welcome you back on board one day! Susi & the Cape Verde Sailing Team
