Santa Maria Shopping Tour
Discover the real Sal Island through its local markets, artisan studios, and everyday shops, where locals buy groceries, artists create by hand, and life unfolds beyond the tourist strip.
This experience shows you the true heart of Santa Maria, supporting small businesses and helping you find authentic souvenirs, unique handmade pieces, and everyday island treasures.
Slow-paced, cultural, and full of charm, this isn’t just shopping, it’s a glimpse into real Cape Verdean life.
🗓️ Availability: Monday to Friday
⏱️ Duration: Approx. 2 hours
🚕 Transport: Pick-up & drop-off included (taxi)
🌐 Languages: English, Portuguese & Dutch
👨👩👧👦 Kids welcome: cultural, calm & safe
Description
A Local Experience for Curious Travelers
Forget big malls, Sal Island’s shopping scene is handmade, local and soulful. From traditional Cape Verdean crafts to the small corner stores locals rely on daily, you’ll explore markets, boutiques, and artisan cooperatives with a trusted guide.
Expect warm smiles, stories, textures, colors and culture.
Learn where to shop, what to buy, and how locals live while supporting the community.
Why Travelers Love This Experience
✅ Meet real local artisans & makers
✅ Buy authentic, handmade Cape Verdean souvenirs
✅ Learn where locals shop (beyond tourist zones)
✅ Insider guidance on fair pricing & quality
✅ Relaxed cultural experience, not commercial tourism
✅ Perfect for culture-seekers, families & slow travelers
What’s included?
✔️ Hotel pick-up & drop-off (taxi)
✔️ Local guide
✔️ Visit to craft collective (Djunta Mo Art)
✔️ Visit to municipal market
✔️ Stops at local everyday shops (Chinese shop & mini-market)
✔️ Walk on pedestrian street with boutiques & cafés
Exclusions
❌ Drinks & snacks
❌ Personal purchases
How It Works
1️⃣ Hotel Pick-Up
We’ll collect you directly from your accommodation in Santa Maria.
2️⃣ Meet guide at Hotel Morabeza
Meet the zipline team, get your harness fitted, and receive a full safety briefing.
3️⃣ Visit Chinese shop (daily goods & bargains)
Enjoy a scenic walk up Serra Negra inside the protected nature reserve, a perfect warm-up with ocean views.
4️⃣ Explore Djunta Mo — Cape Verdean artisans
Feel the adrenaline as you soar over Cape Verde’s volcanic landscape and coastline!
5️⃣ Photography & fruit section at the Municipal Market
Enjoy a refreshing drink, music, and good vibes at the base, the real island energy.
6️⃣ Visit local mini-market (daily life experience)
Our partners will bring you safely back to your hotel. Smooth, fun & stress-free. 💙
7️⃣ Walk through main pedestrian street
8️⃣ Return to your hotel by taxi
Payment
We offer a variety of flexible payment options to make your booking process smooth and convenient.
Payment Methods Available:
- Cash Payment – after the tour
- Stripe Payment Link – before the tour (2.8% fees apply)
Cancellation
Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the tour, or without a valid reason, will incur a fee of 20% of the total price.
Recommendation
What do I need to bring?
Bring along:
👟 Comfortable walking shoes
🧴 Sunscreen
🕶️ Sunglasses
👜 Light shopping tote
💵 Cash (many local vendors don’t take card)
Important Information!
Please note!
✔️ This is a cultural shopping experience, expect authentic, simple local shops
✔️ Supporting small family-run businesses
✔️ Relaxed pace & friendly atmosphere
Tour Prices
Why Book With Logan Tours
✔️ Peace of mind, every step
✔️ Support before & during your stay
✔️ Trusted local team & ethical partners
✔️ Same price as direct
✔️ Fast, easy booking
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