Snorkeling with turtles
Year round turtle spotting guaranteed!
Snorkeling with sea turtles in the ocean truly is a magical experience. Use this rare occasion to explore the clear waters together with these historical sea creatures. Sao Vicente is the only island in Cape Verde where you can swim and snorkel with turtles in their natural habitat.
With a local fishermen's boat you’ll leave Sao Pedro beach behind. After a short boat ride you’ll see the turtles approaching. Take a minute to admire them, put on some flippers, goggles and jump in. This is your chance to come eye to eye with the turtles and snorkel around them!
Good to know
☑️ 10:00 or 14:30 tour
☑️Optional Go pro service €15
Itinerary
Pick-up at your preference point in Mindelo, transfer to Sao Pedro beach, short boatride, snorkeling for 45 minutes - 1 hour, option to get a drink in a local beach bar or change clothes, transfer back to Mindelo
Included
☑️ Short boat ride
☑️ Snorkeling gear (fins, goggles)
☑️ Safety briefing and life jackets
❗The supplier can have 2-4 more people on board, private tours can be requested
❗If you have a ferry or flight around midday, we can schedule the pick-up earlier in the morning
Prices per person
🎫 €49 (2-3 persons)
🎫 €40 (4+ persons)
🎫 €22 per child (under 12)
🎫 Go Pro service €15 in total (choose to film by yourself or let the boat staff)
Turtles in Cape Verde
Travellers often wonder if you can swim with turtles in Cape Verde? Fortunately the answer is Yes. São Vicente is the only island in Cape Verde where you can swim a 100% guaranteed with turtles year-round. The other islands have the option to encounter turtles during a snorkel or boat trip, but this will be a lucky catch and can't be guaranteed.
Guest experiences
Read a full travellers experience on the turtle tour here (Dutch)