One of the smallest islands of the Cape Verde island chain, Maio island is a 270km2 gem surrounded by peaceful, alluring sands where turtles come to lay eggs in summer.

In its interior, an exotic desert like landscape is occasionally broken by small acacia forests and stands of palm trees. Here and there, small ports are the authentic icon of the island that lives primarilu from traditional fishing.

Considered the future of Cape Verde tourism, the island's silence is only broken by the serene chords of traditional music.