Palmeira, Sal Cape Verde: the harbour village

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Address: , Santa Maria, Ilha do Sal, 
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Palmeira is the harbour village on the west coast of Sal, Cape Verde (Cabo Verde), a short drive from Espargos. Here the ships arrive with goods and fuel for the island, colourful fishing boats bob in the harbour and the ferry leaves for Sal Rei on Boa Vista. Palmeira is small, authentic and far from mass tourism.

Things to do in Palmeira, Sal

The harbour: watch the fishermen and the boats; in the morning fish is sold on the quay.
Fresh fish: simple restaurants near the harbour serve the catch of the day.
Buracona and the Blue Eye: the natural pools in the lava are a short drive north. See excursions on Sal.

Ferry from Palmeira to Boa Vista

From the harbour of Palmeira a ferry sails to Sal Rei on Boa Vista. Departure times change: check the current timetable with the ferry company before you travel.

Living near Palmeira

Palmeira is quiet and local, with Espargos and the airport close by and the bay of Murdeira to the south. Read moving to Sal or see Murdeira, Sal and Espargos, Sal. Questions? WhatsApp: +238 597 56 78.

Written by Tom Wegter of Huefter, Santa Maria, Sal (Cape Verde) · last updated: 2 November 2026