Îlot Djeu

From your hotel or apartment get in our transport to the port of Sal Rei. There, a small boat will wait, so you can board on the authentic Ketch vessel. Once onboard you will discover the history of a luxury expedition ship, the Cape Verdean and foreign crew will host the sails and put our cap on Djeu island. The little island is famous for is white sand beach with calm sea and a beautiful view of Sal Rei. While sailing, you can just relax and listen to the sound of the waves. Comfort and intimacy is granted, with 16 guests maximum.

Lunch will be served onboard, with bruschetta, cocktail of fresh fruits, salad, grilled fish and local vegetables, wine, draft beer and juices. After the lunch, our crew will guide you with the dinghy to the snorkeling spot. Discover the maritime fauna of Cape Verde, one of the most diverse in the world. Reaching the island of Djeu, dry a bit, and come learn something about the history of Boa Vista while admiring the point of view of the fort of the Duke of Bragança. A Khaïma tent will wait for you to enjoy a tea (served Senegalese way) with a group of Kora/Balafon playing. Then, time to come back!

DEPARTURE: every Thursday at 8.30 AM. The guide will contact you for the meeting time from your accommodation.

RETURN: expected after about 6 hours of navigation (full day). Transport will take you back to the hotel around 5:30 pm.

TRANSPORT INCLUDED: Pick up 8 seats or coach, from your hotel directly to the pier.

LUNCH INCLUDED: On board.

EXCURSION PRICE
€ 140 adults (from 12 years old)
€ 75 children (4-11 years old)

In case of very bad weather conditions, the excursion is postponed or cancelled and refunded.

The departure is scheduled from the beach of Sal-Rei, where you get on the RIB, an ocean-going boat. The tour heads for the dunes of Morro de Areia, and then stop for some time to relax in the sun and bathe in the waters of the bay. If the sea allows it, you can also circumnavigate the islet, from where you can admire the biodiversity of the island.

Next, the tour goes to the wonderful beach of the island of Djeu, a quiet beach, where you can play or swim in total relaxation while snorkeling, where you can admire the diversity of marine species.

A few steps from the beach, there is the old fort of the Duke of Bragança, a historical find that can be visited on foot where you can still see the cannons that were used to defend Boavista from pirate attacks. The excursion is ideal for children over 4 years old.

POSSIBLE DEPARTURES (tue-thu-sat):
Morning: 10.00AM
Afternoon: 1.30PM

TRANSPORT INCLUDED
Pick-up or coach directly at the hotel or in the city (included in the price). Timetable and further details will be provided after booking. Normally the duration is about 4h.

EXCURSION PRICE
€ 50 per adult (12+) / € 25 children (6-11 years)
* From the hotel RIU Touareg surcharge of 30 € for transport to/r (max 4 people).

The guide brings you from your accommodation to the port. On the first stop, you can fish – everyone can participate – whether professional or beginner. Together you catch the fish for lunch (please note that it is bottom fishing). You will be amazed how many different fish we bring out of the sea.

Afterwards, the cruise goes through the beautiful bay of Chaves. The boat reaches the small island « Ilheu de Sal Rei » (« Djeu ») and here there is enough time to snorkel or swim. There is snorkelling equipment on board for you like « Easybreath » full face masks, that offer the highest level of comfort and hygiene because there is no mouthpiece.

Then you cross over to the small island with a rubber dinghy. While you explore the old fort, the sailor prepares the food, grilling the fish you’ve caught before, with fresh homemade salad, rice and fresh bread. Drinks are included. On request, is possible to have meat (please let us know when booking).

POSSIBLE DEPARTURES
(every Monday, Wednesday and Friday)

– Riu Touareg*: 8.30h
– Iberostar and Royal Horizon: 8.45h
– Riu Karamboa / Palace and Chaves: 9.00 am
– Sal Rei and Marine Club: 9.10 am

TRANSFER INCLUDED: The pickup will arrive directly at your accommodation. More details will be provided after booking.

EXCURSION PRICE
€80 per adult (12+ years)
€55 children (4-11 years)
* From the Riu Touareg hotel, surcharge of €10 per person (max 4 people)

Le guide vient vous chercher dans votre logement pour monter à bord d’un bateau local traditionnel, où vous pourrez prendre votre déjeuner, avec une technique de pêche de fond. Vous pouvez attraper de nombreux types de poissons, avec l’aide du pêcheur à bord. Même si vous ne pêchez pas assez, le guide vous amènera sur le « Djeu », la petite île en face de la ville de Sal-Rei, à travers la magnifique baie. Le bateau atteint la petite plage et ici vous pouvez faire de la plongée en apnée ou nager. Il y a du matériel de snorkeling à bord.

Ensuite, vous pourrez faire une petite promenade jusqu’au vieux fort, pour faire une visite aux canons. Pendant ce temps, le guide prépare les grillades, les bières et les softs. Sur demande, il est possible d’avoir des plats différents, comme de la salade ou de la viande (veuillez nous en informer lors de la réservation).

L’état de la mer à l’intérieur de la baie est toujours calme et sûr. L’excursion est parfaite pour les enfants et la pratique de la pêche pour la 1ère fois.

DÉPARTS POSSIBLES (tous les jours) :
Matin : 9h00
Après-midi : 14h00

TRANSFERT INCLUS : Pick-up ou autocar directement à l’hôtel ou en ville (inclus dans le prix). Les horaires et plus de détails seront fournis après la réservation. Normalement la durée est d’environ 4h.

PRIX DE L’EXCURSION
75 € par adulte (12+ ans)
45€ enfants (4-11 ans)
* De l’hôtel RIU Touareg supplément de 40 € pour le transport aller/retour (max 4 personnes).