Farol do Morro Negro
A lighthouse on a black rocky headland at the island's easternmost tip, overlooking the Atlantic and marking the eastern end of the 4x4 island loop.
Morro Negro Lighthouse stands on a black volcanic headland at Boa Vista's easternmost point, one of the easternmost points of Cape Verde. Around it are barren lava plateaus and white sand beaches, with waves pounding the rocky shore under a vast sky. You can climb a small slope on the headland for views of the east-coast shoreline, and nearby Porto Ferreira Beach sees very few visitors. The trip requires a 4x4 along a bumpy sandy track, and it is usually a stop on a full-day island tour. The wind can be strong, so bring warm layers and sun protection.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Porto Ferreira Beach
- Praia de Ervatão (Turtle Nesting)
- Monte Estância
- Curral Velho
- Viana Desert, Boa Vista
- Cabo Santa Maria Shipwreck
- Rabil & Olaria de Rabil
- Praia de Santa Mónica