Praia Ervatão
A prime location for surfers, kitesurfers, and windsurfers. A large bay where left-hand waves of up to 4 meters roll in with a side offshore wind. It is a coastal area situated in the southeast of the island, a must-visit spot for water sports enthusiasts. In addition to the beautiful beach, it serves as a nesting site for turtles, being part of a network of beaches in the area that are visited by thousands of turtles.
Ervatão Beach is a threatened turtle nesting site. However, efforts are being made for its preservation. Since 1998, awareness and training camps for turtle conservation have been conducted on-site, both nationally and internationally, including surveillance activities. The non-governmental environmental conservation organization Natura 2000 is now established in the area, monitoring this zone.
Entrance Fee
This attraction requires an entrance fee of 3€ per person. Entry is FREE for children and Cape Verdean nationals and immigrants with a valid ID Card.
For the best viewing experience
Since it’s a natural effect caused by the sun, it is important to view the Blue Eye on a sunny day when the sun is at its highest point between 11am and noon.
