Pick-up
Where to pick up your car in Sal
- Amilcar Cabral Airport (SID)
- Santa Maria
- Espargos
- Hotels and resorts in the south
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Car Rental in Sal
Sal is the most popular tourist destination in Cape Verde. With your rental car, you can explore beyond Santa Maria, visiting the Pedra de Lume salt flats, Buracona, and the Blue Eye with total freedom.
Vehicle choice
Which car to choose
An economy car works well for Santa Maria, Espargos and Pedra de Lume. For Buracona, Ponta Preta or more isolated beaches, an SUV gives extra comfort on uneven tracks.
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Useful drives in Sal
Sal is compact, but a car changes the trip: you avoid fixed tours and can explore the island in half a day or at your own pace.
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Vehicles in Sal
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about renting a car in Sal
- We deliver to Amílcar Cabral International Airport (Espargos) and in Santa Maria. Other delivery points can be arranged with the partner company.
- Sal is a flat island. For Santa Maria, Espargos and most main attractions, a standard car is sufficient. For Buracona, Ponta Preta or more isolated beaches, an SUV may be more comfortable.
- Yes! The Pedra de Lume Salt Pans and most of Sal's attractions are accessible by car on the main road. Our partners have vehicles suitable for all paved roads on the island.
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