Santa Maria Beach - Sal Island

Santa Maria Beach

Praia de Santa Maria is located in the south of the island of Sal, stretching for approximately 7 kilometers along the coast of the city of Santa Maria.

It has a turquoise and emerald sea that invites you to take a long dip. The long, gently sloping white sand is lapped by gentle waves.

The sea at this beach is generally calm and warm, making it ideal for both amateur and experienced swimmers. The latter will appreciate Santa Maria's crystal-clear water, which allows them to clearly see the beauty of the seabed.

This beach is also home to the classic Pontão de Santa Maria, where the laughter of children jumping into the water mixes with the frenzy of fishing boats bringing in the day's fresh game for sale.

The beauty of Praia de Santa Maria is widely known, making it one of the most visited beaches in the country. For this reason, visitors will find a well-established infrastructure of hotels, restaurants and leisure activities, with something for everyone.

When you visit Santa Maria, let your body rest on the warm sand of the beach and unwind from stress with long swims in the turquoise blue sea. Take the opportunity to appreciate the beautiful sunsets from the beach while enjoying a plate of fresh seafood.

Praia de Santa Maria was voted one of the 7 Wonders of Cape Verde in the "White or black sandy coastal beaches" category.