How do I get from Boa Vista to Sal?
How do I get from Boa Vista to Sal?
The most reliable way to travel between the islands is by taking a domestic flight. The distance between Sal and Boa Vista is only around 31 miles (50 kilometers). Since 2019 a ferry runs between the islands. However, air travel is much faster and more reliable.
Can you fly direct to Sal Cape Verde?
From Boa Vista, Praia and São Vicente, all direct flights to Sal, Cape Verde are operated by Binter.
What airlines are flying to Cape Verde?
Flying to Cape Verde
- Binter Canarias (Canary Islands)
- Neos Air (Italy)
- Meridiana (Italy)
- Royal Air Maroc (Morocco)
- TACV (Cape Verde)
- TAP (Portugal)
- Thomson Airways (United Kingdom)
- TUI (UK, Belgium, Sweden)
How long is the flight from UK to Boa Vista?
6 hours 15 mins
Key facts
| Language: | Cape Verdean Creole, Portuguese |
|---|---|
| Currency: | Cape Verde Escudo |
| Time zone: | GMT -1 |
| Flight time: | 6 hours 15 mins |
| Airport code: | BVC |
Is Boa Vista or Sal better?
I have spoken to and know many people who have also been to both islands, and much more prefer Sal. We have been to Sal twice and last December visited Boa Vista for the first time. Vista, with Sal being three times more populated. Both islands are very much the same, however I would say Boa Vista a lot less developed.
Is Boa Vista windier than Sal?
With a name that translates into ‘Beautiful View’ – Boa Vista is exactly that. Offering a much more authentic feel than its neighbour island Sal, this is the place to go for the ultimate unwind. Top Tip – Boa Vista is the third most important loggerhead nesting site in the world.
Is Cape Verde very windy?
Wind in Cape Verde is usually stronger than many places. The windiest month is February, followed by May and April.
Are TUI flying to Boa Vista?
We fly to the islands of Boa Vista and Sal. Flights to Boa Vista are just over six hours if you go from one of our London airports.
What is the best island to stay on in Cape Verde?
The best islands to visit in Cape Verde for a beach holiday are Sal and Boa Vista. These islands are perfect for families, couples, and watersports. Santiago, São Vicente, Santo Antão, and Fogo are the best islands to visit in Cape Verde for hiking, nature, and cultural experience.
What is the best month to go to Cape Verde?
The best time to visit Cape Verde is between November and June – at this time of year, you can make the most of the white-sand beaches the islands are known for. The temperatures sit around the mid-to-high twenties, and there’s hardly any rain.
Which is the best part of Cape Verde?
Which Cape Verde Island is best for you?
- BEST FOR FAMILIES – BOA VISTA. With a name that means “beautiful view” Boa Vista does exactly what it says on the tin.
- BEST FOR COUPLES – SAL. If you’re dreaming of some just-the-two-of-us time, Sal is the island to go for.
- BEST FOR ADRENALINE JUNKIES – BOTH.