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Shark Bay
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Shark Bay is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 58th place out of 62 beaches in the Cape Verde region 164.2 km away from its center, the city of Praia. It is one of the beaches of Bofareira settlement, just 5.7 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.
It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and gray sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.
Shark Bay coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia do Silva, which has a rating of 7.1.
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Shark Bay (Cape Verde) is located outside the Bofareira settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Boa Vista island and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Shark Bay with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"The beach is a great spot for shark watching and shell collecting, with an abundance of both. Plus, the unique gray sand adds to the overall charm of the place."
Petra Enise
"The beach is visited daily, but unfortunately it is often littered. It's worth noting that the sand on the beach is gray."
Dorothy Didi
User reviews
"The beach is a great spot for shark watching and shell collecting, with an abundance of both. Plus, the unique gray sand adds to the overall charm of the place."
Petra Enise
"The beach is visited daily, but unfortunately it is often littered. It's worth noting that the sand on the beach is gray."
Dorothy Didi
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Shark Bay?
The coastline of Shark Bay is covered with gray sand. Unfortunately it's not very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Shark Bay?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Shark Bay, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Shark Bay good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.
Shark Bay does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Shark Bay good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Shark Bay secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Shark Bay?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Shark Bay.
There are 1 restaurants nearby.Spinguera Ecolodge is the closest place located 1900 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Shark Bay?
There are 1 places to stay in the Shark Bay area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Shark Bay include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Shark Bay from parking?
The Shark Bay has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Shark Bay?
There are 1 attractions near Shark Bay that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Abrolhal located in 3.6 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Shark Bay?
The month with the highest temperature in Shark Bay is September. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 22°C and water 22°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Shark Bay (Cape Verde) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Shark Bay (Cape Verde) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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