At Sodadetour, protecting children is a fundamental pillar of our commitment to responsible, ethical, and sustainable tourism in Cape Verde. We firmly believe that tourism should never be a channel for the sexual exploitation, abuse, or endangerment of children—under any circumstances.
As a locally rooted travel agency, we recognize our responsibility to actively contribute to the well-being of the communities we operate in. This includes safeguarding children’s rights, dignity, and safety while promoting tourism that respects local values, culture, and human rights.
Sodadetour maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of child exploitation, including sexual exploitation, trafficking, forced labor, or any activity that harms or puts children at risk. Any behavior that violates this principle is strictly prohibited and will be reported to the appropriate authorities.
We actively enforce a Child Protection Policy that:
Prohibits the use of our services for any form of child exploitation
Requires all staff, guides, drivers, and partners to act responsibly and ethically
Ensures that children are never involved in tourism activities in an unsafe, exploitative, or inappropriate manner
All Sodadetour team members and partners are expected to comply with these standards at all times.
We promote awareness and responsibility by:
Educating our staff and local partners on child protection principles
Encouraging vigilance and immediate reporting of suspicious behavior
Raising awareness among travelers about respectful conduct toward children and local communities
We work only with trusted local partners who share our values and commitment to child protection. We expect hotels, transport providers, activity operators, and guides to uphold the same ethical standards and legal obligations.
We encourage our guests to travel responsibly by:
Respecting local laws and cultural norms
Avoiding activities that could exploit or endanger children
Reporting any suspicious or inappropriate behavior to our team or local authorities
Tourism should create positive impact—not harm.
Sodadetour is committed to continuously improving our child protection practices by aligning with international guidelines, local legislation, and best practices in responsible tourism. Protecting children is not just a policy—it is a shared responsibility and a core value of who we are.
By choosing Sodadetour, travelers support tourism that respects people, protects children, and contributes positively to the future of Cape Verde.