Boa Vista, Cape Verde

Cruise Port

Boa Vista

Settlement in Boa Vista, Cape Verde.

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Overview

Boa Vista is a cruise port in Cape Verde. It lies on the coast at approximately 16.177, -22.918.

About Boa Vista

Sal Rei is a city on the northwestern coast of the island of Boa Vista in eastern Cape Verde. Sal Rei is the island’s main urban settlement, and the seat of the Boa Vista Municipality. In 2010 its population was 5,778. The name of the settlement means “King Salt” in Portuguese. This name stems from when the island’s main industry was salt production.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Boa Vista — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Boa Vista

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Sal Rei in Boa Vista
Sal Rei in Boa Vista
Sal Rei, Cabo Verde
Sal Rei, Cabo Verde

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 29°C in Sep and coolest around 24°C in Feb (average daytime highs).

Jan
26°
20°
Feb
24°
20°
Mar
25°
19°
Apr
25°
20°
May
26°
21°
Jun
27°
22°
Jul
27°
23°
Aug
28°
25°
Sep
29°
25°
Oct
29°
25°
Nov
28°
24°
Dec
26°
22°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Boa Vista the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Boa Vista, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →