Tarrafal Beach — Attraction in undefined

Beautiful, small sandy beach with fishing boats on one side and spaces to chill on the other. Volleyball court, a couple of bars (that play music, but not constantly and not too loud), one with paid sun loungers if you want that.

The beach has lifeguards but tourists seem to ignore the flag system and the guards don't call them out. The waves are powerful here and the arrogance of tourists ignoring the flags and putting the lifeguard's lives in potential danger as a result is a real shame. The only time we saw anyone calling the tourists out was actually the police, not the lifeguards. Some other reviews complain that they aren't "warned" about big waves, but I'm guessing these are the same people who just ignore the...

A beautiful white sand beach with some palm trees, a few Cafés and restaurants, colorful water and a great view to the elephant mountain. A wonderful place for swimming or just laying on the beach and relaxing. It is really the best beach on the Santiago island. It is located in the Tarrafal city, so one can find a necessary infrastrukture there, also a minibus connection...

A fairly nice beach with nice waves for small surfs or riding them when swimming. Some glass/sharp man made items here and there but barely many. Aside from that no real hazard's apart from the strength of the Ocean and the rocks to bare in mind. The stray dogs were friendly on my trip, however they are annoying. Locals seem nice, with the odd couple asking if you want a...