Whether you're sticking a toe in the water or searching for treasures on the shore, Shark Bay Beach is a fantastic place to spend time with the family. Why not bring a picnic and a rug and make a day out of it?

This stretch of coastline is often on the itineraries of visitors to Santa Maria. But Shark Bay Beach isn't the area's only drawcard. Santa Maria Beach, Santa Maria Pier, and Santa Maria Town Square are some other worthwhile attractions close by.

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Tours & day trips

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Experience on Sal Island with native and certified guide (including sharks)

Free cancellation available

Water activities

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Sal: All-Inclusive Half-Day Lounge Catamaran Cruise

Free cancellation available

Food, drink & nightlife

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Sal: All-Inclusive Half-Day Lounge Catamaran Cruise

Free cancellation available

Classes & workshops

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Surf Lessons

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Spa & wellness

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Deep Tissue Massages 50 minutes

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Popular places to visit

Santa Maria Pier

5/5(9 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Santa Maria with a visit to Santa Maria Pier. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars.

Ponta Preta

4.5/5(6 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Santa Maria with a visit to Ponta Preta. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars.

Santa Maria Beach

5/5(8 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Santa Maria Beach during your travels in Santa Maria? You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Kite Beach

5/5(6 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kite Beach during your trip to Santa Maria? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars.

Viveiro Botanical Garden & Zoo

5/5(2 reviews)

Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Viveiro Botanical Garden & Zoo home during your travels in Santa Maria? Stroll along this relaxing area's beaches, or simply enjoy its bars.

Santa Maria Municipal Market

5/5(1 review)

You can do some window-shopping at Santa Maria Municipal Market during your stay in Santa Maria. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars.