Major city · Cape Verde
Boa Vista
Spend 3–4 nights for dunes, beaches and turtles; you can see the main sights in 2 full days.
Boa Vista is the easternmost Cape Verde island, known for white‑sand dunes, empty beaches and sea‑turtle nesting. The town of Sal Rei and the airport sit in the northwest; most attractions are reachable by taxi or 2WD on the main road. A 2‑day itinerary covers the dunes, Monte Santo Antonio and the coastal chapels; add a night for relaxed beach time.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- CVE
- Best months
- Nov–Jul
- Airport
- BVC
- Nights
- 3–4
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- African islands ↗Sleep on the island you fly home from the night before your long-haul departure; inter-island flights and ferries in this region are cancelled or rescheduled often enough to break a same-day connection.
- African islands ↗In the Indian Ocean islands book flexible rates for December to March: a cyclone warning can shut airports, ferries and roads for two or three days.
- Cape Verde ↗Complete the EASE pre-registration and pay the airport security fee (TSA) on the official platform at least 5 days before arrival; from July 2026 arriving without it doubles the fee at the border (check your passport's visa rules there too).
- Cape Verde ↗Confirm ferries and inter-island flights the day before; sea conditions and schedules change at short notice.
- Cape Verde ↗Swim only on beaches known to be safe: Atlantic swell and currents are strong on most coasts, and lifeguards are rare outside Santa Maria.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Boa Vista132 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Boa Vista, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Cape Verdean escudo (CVE), pegged at about 110.27 per euro; euros are sometimes accepted in tourist areas, usually at a rounded rate.Cape Verde-wide
- SIM or eSIMCV Movel and Unitel T+ sell SIMs at airports and shops with a passport; a few GB costs a few euros.Cape Verde-wide
- Tap waterMostly desalinated; bottled water recommended.Cape Verde-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if service is good.Cape Verde-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Cape Verde-wide
- SafetyBoa Vista is generally safe; violent crime is rare.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets everywhere tourists go; bring paper on hikes.Cape Verde-wide
- Emergency numbers132 police · 130 ambulance · 131 fire (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysShops close for lunch (about 12:30–15:00) outside resorts; Sunday is quiet; Carnival closes offices.Shops close for lunch (about 12:30 PM–3:00 PM) outside resorts; Sunday is quiet; Carnival closes offices.Cape Verde-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckBVC Aristides Pereira Airport (International flights from Europe; taxi to Sal Rei ~5 km (3.1 mi), €20 (≈ US$25) (check)).BVC Aristides Pereira Airport (International flights from Europe; taxi to Sal Rei ~3.1 mi (5 km), €20 (≈ US$25) (check)).
- Getting aroundNo public bus; taxis and minibuses run the main coastal road.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- BVC Aristides Pereira Airport (International flights from Europe; taxi to Sal Rei ~5 km (3.1 mi), €20 (check))BVC Aristides Pereira Airport (International flights from Europe; taxi to Sal Rei ~3.1 mi (5 km), €20 (check))
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Feb
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Mar
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Apr
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
May
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jun
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Jul
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
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31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
not flagged
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Nov
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Dec
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Best: Nov–Jul. Month by month →
Warmest Jun (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jan (1 rain days), driest Mar (0). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Boa Vista: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
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Feb
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
1 rd
Mar
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
0 rd
Apr
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
0 rd
May
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
0 rd
Jun
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
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Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
0 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
0 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
0 rd
Oct
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
0 rd
Nov
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
1 rd
Dec
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
1 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
No public bus; taxis and minibuses run the main coastal road. 2WD vehicles can use the cobbled “Route 66” interior track (8 km).
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Deserto de Viana dunes
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Taxi or 2WD vehicle from Sal Rei, about 30 min
White‑sand dunes reachable via Route 66; no special equipment needed.
Monte Santo Antonio hike
goDoor to door: ≈1 h 15 min
Minibus or taxi to Rabil, then 2WD road, about 45 min total
30‑min ascent to 379 m; suitable for most walkers.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Barcelo Marine Boa Vista
Adults‑only, 2 km (1.2 mi) north of Sal Rei, €250 B&B double (2025 refurbishment)Adults‑only, 1.2 mi (2 km) north of Sal Rei, €250 B&B double (2025 refurbishment)
Oasis White Hotel
Mid‑range in Sal Rei, €150 B&B double
Riu Karaboa
Modern hotel near airport, €300 B&B double
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €30–50 (≈ US$35–60) excl. bed
- Mid
- €60–90 (≈ US$70–110) excl. bed
- High
- €100 (≈ US$120)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
Prices of common things
| Coffee | €1–2 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Meal at a beach restaurant | €8–15 (≈ US$10–18) |
| Taxi Sal Rei ↔ Airport (5 km) | €20 (≈ US$25) (check) |
| Bottle of water (500 ml) | €0.5–1 (≈ US$1–2) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Ferry schedules to Sal and Santiago are unreliable; confirm the day before.
- Capela de Nossa Senhora de Fatima often closed despite listed hours – check locally.
- Taxis should be pre‑booked through accommodation to avoid overcharging.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 132
- Ambulance
- 130
- Fire
- 131
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Emergency
- Police132
- Ambulance130
- Fire131
Embassy
US consulate in Praia (check address); other embassies in Praia or Lisbon.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Airport → Sal Rei taxi: about €20 (≈ US$25), 5 km (3.1 mi) (check)about €20 (≈ US$25), 3.1 mi (5 km) (check)
- Inter‑island flight BVC → Sal (25 min): ≈ €80–120, depends on airline (check)
Say or show
- Desculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (des-ku-le)
- Obrigado — Thank you (obri-ga-do)
- Quanto custa? — How much is it? (kwan-too koos-ta)
- Onde fica a casa de banho? — Where is the toilet? (on-deh fee-ka a ca-za de ban-yo)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Boa Vista. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Nov–Jul · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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