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Sal island: discover the salt pans of Pedra de Lume

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Duration

2 hours

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

8 people

Languages

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Overview

Embark on a relaxing and stress-free visit to the Pedra de Lume salt flats in the company of a fun guide and have the opportunity to float in the salt flats.

Highlights

  • relax with a bath in the Pedra de Lume salt pans,
  • discover the history of Pedra de Lume and the island in general,
  • enjoy a fun time

Itinerary

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We will organize a transfer from your hotel at 10 a.m. and head towards Pdera de Lume. Along the way you will visit Murdeira and the town of Espargos. Then we'll head to the Salinas de Pdera de Lume, the oldest site on Sal Island, which was once an important salt trading center. After taking a stroll around this place, we'll visit its famous salt pans, one of the main tourist attractions in the region. The salt pans are located inside the crater of an inactive volcano. You will enjoy the beautiful scenery and be able to float in the salt pans. Your guide will also explain the history of the site, which was founded in 1804. After 1 hour we will return to Santa Maria for your accommodation.

Guid

Our tour guides are friendly and trained to ensure the safety of the group. They also speak English, French, Portuguese, Spanish and Italian.

Pick up from your accommodation

We organise excursions from your hotel. You will be picked up at the time agreed on your voucher.

Additional information

bring a bottle of water with you,
swimming clothes,flip-flops
don't let the water from the salt flats come into contact with your eyes,
take a towel, sunglasses, sun cream and money to buy entrance tickets,
Follow the recommendations of your guide,
it is not recommended for children under 5 years old to bathe in the salt pans due to the high concentration of salt in the water, which is 25 times more than sea water.

Included/Excluded

  • Transfer to and from the hotel
  • Accompanying guide.
  • food and drinks,
  • ticket 6 euros per person
  • shower 1 euros por pessoa

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FAQs

Where can I buy my voucher?
You can buy your voucher online or at the company’s excursion sales centres.
Can I travel with pets?
No
How can I pay for my tour?
Cash or credit card.
How far in advance should I book my place?
Whenever possible, up until the day before the tour.
Is it possible to take a closed group tour?
Yes, it is possible if you book in advance.
If I miss my booked voucher, can I do the tour on another day?
Yes, you can.
How much time do I have to visit each of the places we stop at on your tours?
Free time varies between 30 minutes and an hour, depending on the place you want to visit.
Can I travel on your tours if I’m mobility impaired?
Yes, if you book in advance.
Is it possible to book your tours online?
Yes. To do so, you should consult the information on the chosen tour available on the Internet.
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