Mini Mercado Murdeira is a small grocery shop that covers the essentials when there are few nearby options. Friendly service, a surprisingly good range and local products. Watch the prices, check fresh items, and avoid driving to Espargos if possible.

Serra Negra is a volcanic viewpoint in a protected area near Murdeira, offering open Atlantic views and near-lunar scenery. No services, no frills: walking, looking and silence. Best at sunrise or sunset; skippable if you expect instant spectacle.

Monte Leão is a natural viewpoint near Murdeira, more suggestive than spectacular. Strong winds, raw coastal scenery and no facilities. Best as a brief stop or seen from the sea. If you expect action or structure, keep driving.

Base Nautic Snack-Bar is a quiet beach spot in Murdeira Bay with honest grilling, tasty food and standout sea views. Fair prices, warm service and zero rush. Ideal for a relaxed meal, a cold drink, and letting the day unfold naturally.

Murdeira Village is a quiet seaside retreat with a saltwater pool and a striking natural setting. Ideal for resting away from Santa Maria, provided you accept the isolation, limited transport options and uneven room quality. A place to slow down, not to be entertained.

O Ninho Dos Piratas is a beachfront spot where you eat well, lounge in the sun and end up staying for hours. Pirate theme, relaxed atmosphere, good food and snorkelling right in front. Best enjoyed without a schedule.

Calheta Funda is an isolated beach with two quiet coves, turquoise water and an intimate atmosphere. Access is via dirt tracks and there are no services, but it offers deep calm, great snorkelling and a total escape from Sal Island’s tourist noise.

Beirona is a quiet stretch of Murdeira with clear bays, rocks, shifting winds and views of Monte Leão. Perfect for a short snorkel, a break between routes, and a moment to watch the island slow down without trying too hard.

Between Espargos and Santa Maria, Murdeira Bay is a serene marine reserve of rare beauty. Coral, turtles, and views of Monte Leão create a natural, unspoiled landscape — perfect for swimming, snorkeling, or simply letting time drift with the tide.