Ponta do Ouro Cruises

Ponta do Ouro Cruise Port

• Ponta do Ouro beaches are plentiful, and full of thick, white sand. Many of them are associated with the private resorts, but since the entire town is easily walkable, there are plenty of options to swim and surf without having to book a room at a hotel. Water sports that require motorized transport are mostly forbidden, as the locals are more interested in preserving their environment and wildlife (such as the nesting turtles).
   
• The Dolphin Encountours Research Center, which initiated Africa's first "swim with dolphins" program in 1995, has a strict code of conduct to make sure no animals are disturbed while interacting with humans. With highly knowledgeable tour guides, your encounter with these friendly mammals will not soon be forgotten.
   
• If you're interested in a drink or two after a long day of sand and sun, try the local pub or shebeen tour. Stroll through town and check out the seven or so rustic taverns along the way. Many of them are charming and have a great vibe, but limited facilities (other than offering beer).
   
• Of course, shopping and eating are favorite pastimes here, thanks to fresh seafood and handcrafted souvenirs. Haggling is absolutely encouraged.