Title: Barlavento Islands Travel Guide: Best of Barlavento Islands, Africa Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Barlavento Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Barlavento-Islands-Hotels.d3000655922.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Barlavento Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Barlavento-Islands-Holiday-Rentals.d3000655922.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Barlavento Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Barlavento-Islands.d3000655922.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Barlavento Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Barlavento-Islands.d3000655922.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Barlavento Islands Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Barlavento-Islands.d3000655922.Car-Hire-Guide)[Barlavento Islands Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Barlavento-Islands.d3000655922.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Barlavento Islands Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![The sea, the sand, and the sky. Boa Vista.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/730/72281f44-cdfd-4992-9eff-504f0848acda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Watching water move is a time-honoured way of moving into the present moment, says the painter Fredericka Foster, ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/730/cc673562-c3c2-4fce-9f8e-595cf4b5aff3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Great spot in this warm water beach in Cabo Verde!! #BeachTips #Aquatrover](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3164/10b0a2e2-d5ab-406d-832c-a2fa962accb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Un petit village accessible uniquement à pied, enclavé dans les montagnes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144397/54d122e9-94fb-41ff-a230-760cefdd4ff4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cap Vert](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6339012/1961214f-7c05-4c2a-a5d0-26cd7b3c6d56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Barlavento Islands Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Barlavento Islands ![Horse riding Cape Verde](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2936/8e83db3f-9fc9-48a1-9b4c-a36ad1ccdde7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Terra Branca While Terra Branca may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Market and Estadio da Varzea. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Praia-Terra-Branca.dx553248635976400103) - Top hotels in Barlavento Islands - Top Holiday Rentals in Barlavento Islands ![Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1050000/1044300/1044276/w1021h683x3y0-05de87a1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel Prainha, Cidade Da Praia Praia Santiago £144 24 Mar - 25 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Praia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (265 reviews) Very nice hotel. A few shortcomings: Much of The equipment in the gym is non-functional and the elliptical is broken and dangerous; We had a roach in our room; they do not regularly provide water —you have to ask for it; the bead only have sheets (no blankets) but there are comforters in the ... Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F03%2F2026&endDate=25%2F03%2F2026&selected=1044276&PinnedHotelID=1044276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655922) ![Melia Dunas Beach Resort & Spa - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13240000/13235400/13235305/bb935082_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Melia Dunas Beach Resort & Spa - All Inclusive Rua Andrade Corvo Sal £195 19 Apr - 20 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in Sal. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Viveiro Botanical Garden & Zoo and Ponta Preta ... 7.2/10 Good! (175 reviews) Room was dated. TVs dud not work. Room was never cleaned. Towels never changed, Beds never made! Too many kids! Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=13235305&PinnedHotelID=13235305&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655922) ![Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59450000/59442700/59442625/w4468h2506x0y0-d2299b29_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria - All Inclusive Cabocan Lote E2, Santa Maria Sal Cape Verde £304 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Sal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 5 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Santa Maria Beach and Ponta Preta are located ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (85 reviews) Schöner Aufenthalt, überall sehr aufmerksames Personal! Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=59442625&PinnedHotelID=59442625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655922) [See all 800 properties in Barlavento Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=23%2F03%2F2026&endDate=24%2F03%2F2026®ionId=3000655922) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Agua Hotels Sal Vila Verde Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9480000/9477800/9477785/d79c743a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Agua Hotels Sal Vila Verde Resort Santa Maria Sal Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sal. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in ... 7.8/10 Good! (139 reviews) Room was very clean and had a cleaner in every day. Had a restaurant and shop not even 5 minutes down the road. Perfect location, the area was pretty quiet when we went in march which was perfect for us. There were busses running to Santa Maria snd was a 20-30 minute walk down and taxis right outside ... Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sal-Hotels-Agua-Hotels-Sal-Vila-Verde-Resort.h9477785.Hotel-Information) ![Las Rochas Mindelo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15240000/15237500/15237496/bae9d5d2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Las Rochas Mindelo Lazareto São Vicente Stay at this beach aparthotel in São Vicente. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Fish Market and Torre de Belém are located ... 8/10 Very Good! (23 reviews) Positives: The room was spacious and generally clean, The view of the ocean is good. The central atrium was nice and the staff were friendly The proximity of the small supermarket The choice of drinks and juices for breakfast Negatives: The hotel is run down and not at all like the photos. There ... Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sao-Vicente-Hotels-Las-Rochas-Mindelo.h15237496.Hotel-Information) ![Branco Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96180000/96172900/96172892/654e750c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Branco Suites Santa Maria Sal Sal Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Sal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and concierge services. Popular attractions Santa Maria Town Square and Santa Maria Municipal ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews) Every thing about the property was fantastic i cant the staff at the desck thay where so welcoming and helpful as soon as wefirst arrived, The Cleang lady ezven made you welcome nothing was any trouble no matter what you neede or required to help make your stay so enjoyable and strss free, Stess ... Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sal-Hotels-Branco-Suites.h96172892.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Barlavento Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=3000655922&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Barlavento Islands hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655922&startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23)[22 Mar - 23 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655922&startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655922&startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24)[23 Mar - 24 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655922&startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655922&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000655922&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Dog resting in front of a fisher boat in Santa Maria beach in Sal Cape Verde - Cabo Verde; Shutterstock ID 243218044](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101592/327bfb67-1333-44ae-9feb-7cae67f1a591.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Maria Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Santa Maria Beach during your travels in Santa Maria? You can enjoy the bars while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Maria-Beach-Cape-Verde.d6101592.Attraction) #### Santa Maria Town Square You can find out about the history of Santa Maria when you stop by Santa Maria Town Square. Stroll along this relaxing area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Maria-Town-Square-Sal.d6326952.Attraction) #### Mindelo Marina Explore the waterfront in Mindelo with a trip to Mindelo Marina. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mindelo-Marina-Sao-Vicente.d553248621558095795.Attraction) #### Prainha Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Prainha Beach during your travels in Praia? Make some time to visit the cathedral while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Prainha-Beach-Praia.d553248621555560198.Attraction) #### Estoril Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Estoril Beach during your trip to Sal Rei? Wander the seaside and beaches in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Estoril-Beach-Cape-Verde.d553248635975930421.Attraction) #### Santa Maria Pier Santa Maria Pier is just one of the places to see in Santa Maria, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Maria-Pier-Sal.d553248635975607508.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Polynesian outrigger](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45268043/cc2b9915-3a8b-46cd-836a-f4237316c8ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Moorea 6-Hour Snorkeling and Lunch Shared Tour £99 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/moorea-6-hour-snorkeling-and-lunch-shared-tour.a45268043.activity-details) ![Enjoy the most beautiful colors of the day](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47142019/546b7909-5e57-4af0-9c38-f1ae22a4d7e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Moorea Sunset Boat Trip £80 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/moorea-sunset-boat-trip.a47142019.activity-details) ![Aboard Aorai, Tiare Miti's catamaran ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49329359/f22dd86b-2ee8-47be-aea8-9099e7ea8c1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sunset sailing trip on the Lagoon of Tahiti £94 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunset-sailing-trip-on-the-lagoon-of-tahiti.a49329359.activity-details) ![Experience the ultimate adventure with 4X4 SAFARI HEREAKIMANU TAHITI! Cross the largest valley of Tahiti and marvel at spectacular scenery surrounded by lush nature.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50081365/41f47c1a-f976-4596-b883-c987dd707e74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 4x4 Safari HEREAKIMANU Tour in the Heart of Tahiti £103 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4x4-safari-hereakimanu-tour-in-the-heart-of-tahiti.a50081365.activity-details) ![Vaka 12 places](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50106133/cc816dec-1cae-4dd1-b660-61483f1ad491.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Activity/Excursion Lagoon Tour to Moorea by Canoe 6 hours £100 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/activityexcursion-lagoon-tour-to-moorea-by-canoe-6-hours.a50106133.activity-details) ![3-hour Lagoon Snorkeling Tour - Shared Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45271976/e4c4ff78-9604-42f1-a724-bba66e9e6eb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 3-hour Lagoon Snorkeling Tour - Shared Tour £66 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3-hour-lagoon-snorkeling-tour-shared-tour.a45271976.activity-details) [See all activities in Barlavento Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Barlavento-Islands.d3000655922.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Barlavento Islands ![Aerial view of the city of Sal Rei, luxury yachts moored in turquoise ocean,the port with many fishermen boats and its old color city, background the desert with the mountains.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/730/81f34bea-7551-4345-a595-453a673a87d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Boa Vista ![national park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2367/36f5c308-d64c-45f6-aeaf-43c45073afae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Maio ![Praia lighthouse on Santiago in the Cape Verde Islands](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2936/bafe99ec-e7c5-4e40-bd85-68e44491665d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Praia ![Africa Cape Verde Sal View of beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3164/192bc48a-25de-472d-93cd-b7600be23978.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sal - Cities near Barlavento Islands [Boa Vista](https://expedia.co.uk/Boa-Vista.dx730)[Maio](https://expedia.co.uk/Maio.dx2367)[Praia](https://expedia.co.uk/Praia.dx2936)[Sal](https://expedia.co.uk/Sal.dx3164)[São Vicente](https://expedia.co.uk/Sao-Vicente.dx3751)[Mindelo](https://expedia.co.uk/Mindelo.dx6060459)[Santa Maria](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Maria.dx6084955)[Pedra Badejo](https://expedia.co.uk/Pedra-Badejo.dx6085479)[Sal Rei](https://expedia.co.uk/Sal-Rei.dx6123505)[Porto Novo](https://expedia.co.uk/Porto-Novo.dx6177719)[São Filipe](https://expedia.co.uk/Sao-Filipe.dx6339027)[Cidade Velha](https://expedia.co.uk/Cidade-Velha.dx6360684)[Salamansa](https://expedia.co.uk/Salamansa.dx3000001182)[Rabil](https://expedia.co.uk/Rabil.dx3000001185)[Paul](https://expedia.co.uk/Paul.dx3000001186)[Beirona](https://expedia.co.uk/Beirona.dx3000001195)[Murdeira](https://expedia.co.uk/Murdeira.dx3000395331)[Espargos](https://expedia.co.uk/Espargos.dx3000464192)[Ribeira da Barca](https://expedia.co.uk/Ribeira-Da-Barca.dx3000467709)[Tarrafal de Sao Nicolau](https://expedia.co.uk/Tarrafal-De-Sao-Nicolau.dx553248626206132634) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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