Ponta da Salina
A black-sand bay and natural rock pools between lava cliffs on the northwest coast, where reefs turn the sea into a calm swimming pool.
Ponta da Salina lies on Fogo's northwest coast near the village of São Jorge. Black lava reaches out into the sea, enclosing several calm natural rock pools and a small black-sand beach. The water is clear, and on calm days you can swim and snorkel. The rock formations are striking, and it is one of the few places on the island suitable for splashing about.
Nearby are the remains of old salt pans, which gave the place its name. The drive from São Filipe takes about 40 minutes.
When the surf is high, the outer side of the pools is dangerous, so check the sea conditions before going in. There are no facilities at the beach, so bring your own water.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Bordeira
- Chã das Caldeiras
- Chã das Caldeiras Wine
- Monte Velha Forest Park
- Pico Pequeno
- Mosteiros
- Pico do Fogo
- São Filipe Historic Centre