01 · THE ISLAND
Where is Boa Vista?
Boa Vista is the third-largest island in the Cape Verde archipelago, located in the Atlantic Ocean off the west coast of Africa.
Covering around 620 km², the island is largely flat and arid, with a landscape shaped by white-sand beaches, desert dunes, volcanic hills and small green oases. Its capital, Sal Rei, lies on the north-western coast and is the island’s main centre for local life, restaurants and services
Approx. 620 km² of mostly arid landscape
Capital: Sal Rei, on the north-west coast
Around 55 km of white-sand beaches
How to get to Boa Vista
Boa Vista is served by Aristides Pereira International Airport (BVC), located near Rabil and only a short drive from Sal Rei and the island’s main resort areas.
International and inter-island connections vary throughout the year, while taxis, private transfers and rental vehicles make it easy to continue your journey once you arrive.
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International flights
Aristides Pereira International Airport receives international flights from several European destinations, with services varying by season.
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Inter-island connections
Domestic flights connect Boa Vista with other Cape Verde islands, making it possible to include the island in a wider archipelago itinerary.
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Airport transfers
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Taxis and private transfers connect the airport with Sal Rei and the main resorts in just a few minutes.
Places to discover in Boa Vista
From desert dunes and protected coastlines to endless beaches and local life, discover some of the places that define the island.
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04 · NATURE & WILDLIFE
An island shaped by nature
Boa Vista is much more than a beach destination. Desert landscapes, marine wildlife and protected areas make the island one of Cape Verde’s most distinctive natural environments.
55 km of coastline
Boa Vista has around 55 kilometres of beaches, ranging from sheltered bays to immense stretches of wild Atlantic coastline.
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Desert meets ocean
Dunes, volcanic hills and dry landscapes dominate much of the island, creating striking contrasts between pale sand and turquoise water.
A haven for sea turtles
Boa Vista is one of the most important nesting areas for loggerhead turtles, with nesting activity taking place mainly between June and October.
06 · FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Before you go