GetExperience
Log in

Tarrafal Beach Tour: Boat Trip to the Lighthouse, Snorkel & BBQ Lunch

Praia, Cape Verde

Spend the day relaxing on the most beautiful beach on the island. Take a boat trip to the lighthouse, snorkel and enjoy stunning views of Tarrafal bay. Get to know the local marine life while your staff prepares a delicious barbecue on the beach.

Cancellation policy

Review the supplier policy below before booking.

Duration 8 hours

Duration supplied by the experience provider.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Group size

1–10 travelers

Full description

Have a no-stress day on Tarrafal Beach, one of the most beautiful areas on the island of Santiago. Your day starts with pickup from Praia before heading straight to the beautiful Bay of Tarrafal. Your first experience of the day will be a boat trip to the lighthouse. On this fun adventure visit Monte Graciosa and the Ponta Preta lighthouse, where you can take in the magnificent landscapes of the Tarrafal Bay, wander with the spectacular volcanic cliffs and the sight of local fishermen bringing fresh fish to the island. 

Arrive at Agudoal, take the included snorkel gear and discover the local marine life as your team prepares a delicious barbecue on the beach. After lunch, it’s time to relax on Tarrafal Beach, a white-sand beach with crystal-clear waters, surrounded by hills and coconut palm trees. In the late afternoon, return to your accommodation, with the incredible sunset reflecting between the valleys and mountains.

Itinerary

Praia, Cape Verde. Have a no-stress day on Tarrafal Beach, one of the most beautiful areas on the island of Santiago. Your day starts with pickup from Praia before heading straight to the beautiful Bay of Tarrafal.

Assomada, Cape Verde. Drive through the mountains with beautiful sceneries, on the way, take photo stops at the lovely town of Assomada.

Tarrafal, Cape Verde. Your first experience of the day will be a boat trip to the lighthouse. On this fun adventure visit Monte Graciosa and the Ponta Preta lighthouse, where you can take in the magnificent landscapes of the Tarrafal Bay, wander with the spectacular volcanic cliffs and the sight of local fishermen bringing fresh fish to the island. Arrive at Agudoal, take the included snorkel gear and discover the local marine life as your team prepares a delicious barbecue on the beach.

Tarrafal Beach, Cape Verde. After lunch, it’s time to relax on Tarrafal Beach, a white-sand beach with crystal-clear waters, surrounded by hills and coconut palm trees.

Praia, Cape Verde. In the late afternoon, return to your accommodation, with the incredible sunset reflecting between the valleys and mountains.

What’s included

Included

  • Guide
  • Meals: 1
  • Transfer
  • Equipment
  • Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Praia
  • Transportation
  • Tour Guide (English, French, Portuguese, Spanish)
  • Life jacket on board 
  • Snorkel equipment
  • Lunch (2 Course meal including appetizer, rice, vegetables, fish barbecue, water and soft drinks)
  • Liability insurance
  • Water and soft drinks.
  • Excursion cooler with ice

Not included

  • Boat trip ticket (€20/Person)

Important information

Meeting point

Praia, Cape Verde

Don’t forget

Infants must not sit on laps Infant seats unavailable Not suitable for pets No public transportation nearby Not stroller accessible Not wheelchair accessible Please bring sandals/flip flops, a towel, a hat, swimwear, and sunscreen Boat rental plus its driver is not included in the tour price. Therefore, a fee of 20 Euros/person will be required locally. If there is only one participant the fee will be 28 Euros. Travelers who want to have specific drinks should purchase them in advance as lunch will take place in a remote area In the event of bad weather, we preserve the right to cancel or postpone this experience at short notice. In that case, you will have an alternative date or a full refund. If your accommodation is not listed, please send us an email with your pick-up address in Praia. Airport pick-up is not included. An additional fee will apply for travelers who require this service. Shared group tour option is subject to a minimum number of participants. In the event that the minimum number is not met, we reserve the right to propose an alternative date; to charge an extra fee to run the trip privately or to cancel a customer’s booking for a full refund. Please bring sandals/flip flops, a towel, a hat, swimwear, sunscreen and boat trip ticket fee.

Cancellation policy

100% charge if cancelled within 24 hours of start.

Your host

VE

Verified Local Host

With GetExperience since 2026

You might also like

From€110.00 / person