Murdeira Bay
Baía da Murdeira
A sheltered bay and resort village on the west coast. The water is calm, the lava reefs and tide pools are good for snorkelling, and sea turtles are often spotted.
Baía da Murdeira lies on Sal's west coast, just south of Monte Leão. It is sheltered from the wind and waves that batter the island's east and south coasts, making it one of the few calm bays on Sal and also a marine protected area. Lava reefs and tide pools fringe the bay. Snorkellers can see tropical fish and sea turtles, and humpback whales occasionally pass offshore in winter. A few resorts and restaurants line the shore, and the atmosphere is quiet. It is about 20 minutes from Santa Maria by car or taxi. The rocks are sharp, so wear water shoes when entering the sea.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Monte Leão (Lion Mountain)
- Serra Negra Nature Reserve
- Kite Beach (Costa da Fragata)
- Shark Bay (Baía da Parda)
- Espargos
- Ponta Preta
- Santa Maria Salt Pans
- Palmeira