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Join our five-day tour and explore the beauty of Cape Verde´s islands, Sao Vicente and Santo Antao. Explore the vibrant city of Mindelo and get tendered by the rhythm of morna, traditional music of Sao Vicente. The sailing trip, relaxing bath and snorkel in the beaches of Santo Antao will take you to the pleasure of relaxation and little trek to Cave Volcano will fill your sight with spectacular panoramic views. This African vibe with European sway will tender your senses and leave a memorable moment for a lifetime.
Welcome to beautiful Cape Verde. Upon arrival at Sao Vicente International Airport, you will be met and greeted by our English-speaking tour representative, who will assist you with the transfer to your hotel in the area of Mindelo. If you’re feeling knackered after the flight, you can stay in the hotel to put your feet up and make the most of the available services. But if you’re itching to start exploring this fascinating island, then hit the streets and make your own way towards those tourist attractions, restaurants or shops that spark your interest, perhaps you will get know morna, the lilted, rhythmic music which slipped into life on the 18th century. Its spiritual leader is Cesaria Evora, by the locals known as a “Barefoot Diva.” Her powerful voice and grasp of melody linger in her birthplace, Mindelo. The “morna” as a musical genre has been classified as Intangible Heritage of humanity by UNESCO. Overnight in Mindelo. You will stay in one of the following accommodations: casa colonial
Begin the day with a tasty breakfast at your hotel and get ready for your first cultural experience. Sao Vicente is a cultural hub for Cae Verde, and it is home to some of Cape Verde's greatest musicians, writers, and thinkers. Meet your guide at the hotel and together enjoy a 3-hour walking city tour downtown in one of the most beautiful bays in the world and admire the historic city center. Visits include Torre de Belem, Municipal Market, Cesaria Evora exposition and Centro Cultural. Once the tour is over, you can explore this town at your own pace. Try the local gastronomy at one of the restaurants, get amused by the rhythm of this vibrant city, and fuse yourself with the morna music. Overnight in Mindelo.You will stay in one of the following accommodations: casa colonial
Wake up early to breakfast at your hotel, and get ready for your pick up to Sao Vicente Harbour to embark on a ferry to Santo Antao. Our driver will be waiting for you in front of the hotel and will assist you in embarking the ferry at 8:00 am. Upon your arrival, meet your guide at the harbour and start exploring this magic island. Start your journey to the “Cova” volcano crater. A short trek near the Cova Volcano is the best appetizer, as it offers spectacular views over the greenest valley of the island to the Passagem. You will be passing through Pico da Cruz, where the smell of the forest pine three will allure your senses and the panoramic view over the Valley de Paul will offer a very relaxing experience. After this amazing stop you will continue to Ribeira Grande. The next Stop is Ponta do Sol, there will be a lunch break (Lunch included, drinks at your own expense), and after your trip continue with the visit to Fontaínhas. Finish your journey with a trip to Paul Valey before you’re driven back to the harbour to embark on the return ferry to Sao Vicente. Once in São Vicente you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight in Mindelo.You will stay in one of the following accommodations: casa colonial
Begin the day with a fresh breakfast before you start exploring Sao Vicente Island again. You will be picked up by your driver-guide at 9:00 am from your hotel and begin a panoramic drive to Calhau followed by a stop at Baia das Gatas just in time for a swim. Before heading back to the hotel we will pass through the fishing village of Salamansa. This 4-hour trip will fill your knowledge about the beauty and local life of this city, and in the afternoon, you can stroll down the street at your own pace and enjoy the last evening in this artistic atmosphere. Overnight in Mindelo.You will stay in one of the following accommodations: casa colonial.
After breakfast, it is time to say goodbye to Sao Vicente. Enjoy your last breakfast at the hotel, if the time permits stroll down the streets of Mindelo for the last time, check out from the hotel and at agreed time you will be picked up at the hotel and transferred to the Sao Vicente Airport to catch your return flight back home.
4 night in guest house casa colonial in Mindelo
Operated with an English or Portuguese speaking local guide during the activities (Day 2 and 3)
Operated with a driver-guide during the panoramic drive (Day 4)
4 Breakfast
1 lunch (day 3)
All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: walking City tour in Mindalo (incl. entrances to Mindelo´s cultural Center, Cesaria Evora House and Torre de Belem (Day 2); full-day trip to Santo Antao island (Day 3); half-day tour in Sao Vicente (Day 4)
Meet and Greet on day 1
Additional Services
International nor domestic flights
Assurance voyage
Expenses of a personal nature
Any applicable visa or TSA fees
Airport Taxes
Optional activities and excursions
Touristic city tax (paid directly at the hotel)
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Hotel early check-out, early check-in, late check-in, connecting or adjoining rooms are all subject to availability and not guaranteed
No refunds for unused services. Splitting the package is not allowed.
Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the contents of the tour without prior notice, including possible changes of hotels and/or itinerary
Please note the touristic city tax has to be paid directly at the hotel
Arrival transfer from Sao Vicente Airport to the hotel in Mindelo on a shared basis
Departure transfer from Mindelo to Sao Vicente Airport on a shared basis
Shared transportation through the itinerary
Return Ferry transfer (Day 3)
1 inflatable pillow (if you want more comfort)
1 pair of excellent quality sunglasses
1 hat and 1 scarf
1 water bottle (2 liters essential)
1 pair of walking sticks (optional)
1 headlamp or flashlight (with spare batteries and bulbs)
1 small pouch (preferably waterproof) to put your money in
Wet wipes like Calinette, Bebisol... just in case...
1 towel: there are some that dry quickly: Packtowl brand (available in 4 sizes)
Maillot de bain
Earplugs (optional)
Toilet paper - sunscreen and lip balm
Sunscreen
Small bags for trash and plastic bags to protect your clothes from the rain inside your bag
Washing line (practical)
A windbreaker because in Cape Verde it can blow! (especially boat crossing)
The choice of medicines available on site being very limited, plan to have a stock of medicines:
Your usual medications
Painkillers (doliprane, aspégic, etc.)
Anti-inflammatory (cream and tablets)
Antispasmodic
Anti-diarrheal
Intestinal antiseptic
Anti-emetic
Dressings and antiseptics (bandages, adhesive tape and elastoplast, etc.)
Double skin for blisters
Mosquito repellent
Sunscreen and Biafine
Vitamin C, antibiotic treatment, cold treatment, sore throat
Eye drops and antibiotic treatment for the eyes
1 hat
1 scarf
1 warm sweater
T-shirts
1 short
1 comfortable change of clothes for the stage.
1 pair of lightweight hiking shoes with good ankle support, such as Vibram or similar.
1 pair of sneakers, sandals or casual shoes for the evening.
1 swimsuit + 1 bath towel.
The temperature difference between day and night in Cape Verde can be significant, so remember to take a woolen coat for the evening!
Customs and traditions
Cape Verde is a poor country in some regions. Any donations of clothing (light and warm), shoes, school supplies, etc. will be greatly appreciated by the local populations. On the other hand, we do not encourage their distribution to children or other beggars... these are indeed incentives to begging. Pens and other school supplies should be given to village teachers. Any medicines you wish to donate should be given to infirmaries or dispensaries, which will then distribute them. Clothing can be offered as a thank you following an invitation. Sweets should be avoided.
Climate
With its hot and dry tropical climate, Cape Verde has two seasons:
The rainy season is between July and late September/early October.
The dry season, the best time to go to Cape Verde is between October and June.
Cape Verde, also called "The Windward Islands", has a particularly strong wind between December and March.
Fauna and flora
Cape Verde offers a varied flora: pastures and cultivated areas (coconut, sweet potato, sorghum, coffee, banana, corn, coffee, vines, cassava, etc.), semi-desert savannah, acacias, Canary Islands dragon tree (a high-altitude plant that looks like a large parasol that can sometimes reach 20 m in height).
There are also many domestic animals, introduced by the Portuguese. They have developed to the detriment of wild species. There are still monkeys in the mountains, reptiles (lizards, giant tortoises from the island of Maio) and more than 70 species of birds, including the osprey, a seabird, the Cape Verde albatross (pufino) or the Raso lark.
Telecommunications
The guide and/or driver is equipped with a means of communication to quickly contact emergency services if necessary.
Time difference
Cape Verde is at GMT -1, that is:
in summer: there is a three-hour time difference (when it is 12:00 in France, it is 9:00 in Cape Verde).
in winter: there is a two-hour time difference (when it is 12:00 in France, it is 10:00 in Cape Verde)
Electricity
It is supplied by Portugal. The power outlets are the same as in France (220 volts). Power cuts are frequent, including in Praia, the capital.
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