Buracona, Natural pool in Sal Island, Cape Verde

Buracona is a natural pool on Sal's northwestern coast, surrounded by dark volcanic rock walls that form a protected cove. The water changes color depending on the light and tide, creating different shades of blue throughout the day.

Buracona lies within the Buracona-Ragona protected landscape, a 5.45 km² area established to cover the coast between Palmeira and Ponta Preta together with Monte Leste, the 269 m mountain inland. The bay sits about 5 km north of the village of Palmeira on Sal's northwest shore.

Buracona lies within the Buracona-Ragona protected landscape, a 5.45 km² area created to cover the coast between Palmeira and Ponta Preta and the Monte Leste mountain, which rises to 269 m. The bay sits about 5 km north of the village of Palmeira, and the surrounding coast is watched over as a protected area rather than used for fishing or building.

Visit during low tide when the water is shallow and easier to access safely from the rocks. The terrain is rocky and uneven, so wear sturdy shoes and watch your footing as you explore.

Buracona lies within the 5.45 km² Buracona-Ragona protected landscape, which stretches along the coast between Palmeira and Ponta Preta and also takes in Monte Leste, a mountain rising to 269 m. The bay sits about 5 km north of the village of Palmeira.