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Cabo Verde: Ilhas Morabeza

Santo Antão, Cabo Verde
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Duration

7 Noites

Tipo de excursão

Daily Tour

Group Size

16 people

Languages

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Overview

Start in Ilha de Sao Vicente and end in São Pedro! With the Hiking & Trekking tour Secret Trails of Santo Antão & São Vicente Discovery Tours.

Highlights

  • A walk through the lush green valleys of the east to the remote valleys to Tarrafal in the west and the Ocean.
  • Assistance from a local English-speaking guide for three days in the most isolated part, with a climb to Tope de Coroa.
  • Full board with picnics prepared by your hosts.
  • The possibility of adding a rest stop in a charming accommodation.

Itinerary

Full description

Start in Ilha de Sao Vicente and end in São Pedro! With the Hiking & Trekking tour Secret Trails of Santo Antão & São Vicente Discovery Tours – 7 Days 6 Nights, you have a 7 days tour package taking you through Ilha de Sao Vicente, Cape Verde and 8 other destinations in Cape Verde. Secret Trails of Santo Antão & São Vicente Discovery Tours – 7 Days 6 Nights includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.

Day 1 Arrival in São Vicente - Airport Transfer to Mindelo – Hotel check-in
Day 1 Arrival in São Vicente - Airport Transfer to Mindelo – Hotel check-in

After disembarking, head to the main exit and meet Your professional guide who will be waiting for you with a sign displaying your name. Then, enjoy a private transfer from Cesária Évora International Airport to your accommodation in Mindelo. Our team will also take you from door to door with complete security and professionalism, providing all relevant information about your stay. In the evening, fell free to explore Mindelo by your onw. Known as the most vibrant city in Cape Verde, be sure to enjoy live music at one of the restaurants near the hotel. Feel the warmth of Morna and relish local delights. Overnight in Mindelo.

Day 2 Santo Antão: Hiking Cova Volcano Crater - Paúl Valley (From São Vicente)
Day 2 Santo Antão: Hiking Cova Volcano Crater - Paúl Valley (From São Vicente)

Starting from your hotel in the city of Mindelo, head straight to the harbor, and then, embark on a beautiful one-hour ferry trip to Santo Antão. Arrive in Porto Novo and be transferred to the Cova Natural Park. From the starting point, enjoy a privileged view of the volcano crater, and see locals in their agricultural fields. Start your 4-hour hike from 1,100 meters above sea level, with an oasis of vast vegetation emerging in the interior of the Volcano Crater. Then, reach the crater’s edge and have the best and the most breathtaking view ever: standing on the edge of the crater, look out over the impressive green valley of Paul that lies in the depth before you, plus the beautiful ocean view that is 10 kilometers away. After that, start the zigzagging part of the hike, going down until Cape Verde’s greenest valley. See and learn about native flora and fauna, and have opportunity to see sugar cane and banana plantations; mango, avocados, coconut trees and more. Next, experience the production of a local in a traditional distillery and taste the famous “Grogue”. Overnight in Paúl.

Day 3 Santo Antão: Hiking Cabo de Ribeira – Paúl Valley
Day 3 Santo Antão: Hiking Cabo de Ribeira – Paúl Valley

After being collected from your accommodation, depart toward the Cobo de Ribeira, from where the hiking adventure will start. Follow the cobbled paths lined with dry-stone walls and the small villages nestled on steep sided mountains. Along the way, admire some simply decorated straw houses, perched on the side of a hill, facing a steep cliff reaching the clouds, with spectacular views of the valley. Next, move on to the Paul valley, known to be the greenest of the archipelago. There, dive into the lush-green vegetal world between sugarcane fields, fruit tree plantations, coffee, banana, guava, mango, breadfruit, eaucalyptus, papaya and more. Continue the walk through areas with crisp mountain air and past tiny communities and learn about the Paúl's variety of native flora and fauna. Overnight in Paúl.

Day 4 Santo Antão: Hike Ponta do Sol - Fontainhas - Cruzinha
Day 4 Santo Antão: Hike Ponta do Sol - Fontainhas - Cruzinha

After breakfast, start your walk from Ponta do Sol, a waterfront-fishing village with colorful houses, follow a breathtaking road up along rocky cliffs that hover over the ocean and enjoy a background decoration overlooking the sea. Then, head through a small and sinuous road sculpted on the top of a mountain and surrounded with deep valleys that will lead you to the picturesque village of Fontainhas, one of the 10 villages with the best view in the world according to National Geografic. Follow a steep descent and a pedestrian path, crossing Corvo, Formiguinhas and some dazzling heights to the Aranhas valley. Next, arrive at a beautiful black sand’s beach, Praia das Aranhas, a place for turtle’s nesting where you can swim depending on the sea conditions. There, find a scenic spot for a well-deserved rest and enjoy a picnic on the shore. After that, start your 2.5-hour hike between volcanic rocks and the ocean, offering stunning views until you reach Cruzinha, a small fishing village with breathtaking views on the coast and the ocean. Overnight in Ponta do Sol.

Day 5 From Santo Antão: São Vicente island Tour with a Local Guide
Day 5 From Santo Antão: São Vicente island Tour with a Local Guide

After a delicious breakfast, be picked up from your accommodation in Santo Antão and depart towards Porto Novo Harbour. Say goodbye to “Ilha das Montanhas” and embark on a beautiful one-hour ferry trip to São Vicente. Arrive and start your discovery tour from Mindelo, the capital of the island, known as the most welcoming and attractive city in the country. Visit its church, municipal market, and enjoy a panoramic view of the capital from the top of Fortin. The tour will continue along the Avenida Marginal to Praia da Bote and the African market, where the first community was established. Then, drive to the eastern part of the island where animals, endemic plants and farmland can be seen along the green Calhau Valley until the fishing village of Salamansa. Take a breack and enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. After that, visit the village of Baía das Gatas and take a stroll through its shallow lagoons and then move on to the white sand dunes by the sea. Drive to Monte Verde Natural Park, admire the stunning landscape of the entire island, and take beautiful photos of other Cape Verde islands. Overnight in Mindelo.

Day 6 Free day in São Vicente
Day 6 Free day in São Vicente

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at your accommodation and then explore Mindelo by your self. You may like to relax on the white sand of the most picturesque and beautiful beach on the Island, Laginha Beach, known for its white sand and turquoise waters. Overnight in Mindelo.

Day 7 Goodbye Cabo Verde
Day 7 Goodbye Cabo Verde

Start your last day with a delicious breakfast at your accommodation and then enjoy your free time according to the flight schedules. Check out from the accommodation in Mindelo and at agreed time be picked up and transferred to Cesária Évora international airport.

Guid

Our tour guides are friendly and trained to ensure the safety of the group. They also speak English, French, Portuguese.

Pick up from your accommodation

We organise excursions from your hotel. You will be picked up at the time agreed on your voucher.

Additional information

wear comfortable trekking clothes and hiking shoes
wear comfortable sunglasses and sun cream
a water bottle
Hat
bring a camera,
do not damage the plants,
do not disturb wild animals in their natural habitat,
no rubbish on the ground,
respect the local culture,
bring a rucksack
not recommended to Wheelchair users
Not allowed to Excess baggage and Large suitcases or bags
not allowed to State of intoxication, Alcohol or drugs and Throwing garbage into the environment
follow all the recommendations in your accompanying guide.

Included/Excluded

  • Transfer from the airport to the hotel,
  • 6 nights in a twin or single room;
  • Transfer from hotel to São Vicente port round trip;
  • Return ferry tickets included;
  • Transfer from the hotel to the starting point of the hike or excursion;
  • Luggage transport to the next stage of the hikes;
  • Guide specialising in the region and speaking English, French, Portuguese, German
  • The meals mentioned in the programme and 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 6 dinners
  • Tourist tax;
  • Meals other than those mentioned and any drinks;
  • Personal insurance, interruption of stay, loss of luggage, assistance;
  • Items of a personal nature, travel insurance, etc.

Tour's Location

Santo Antão, Cabo Verde

FAQs

Where can I buy my voucher?
You can buy your voucher online or at the company’s excursion sales centres.
Can I travel with pets?
No
How can I pay for my tour?
Cash or credit card
How far in advance should I book my place?
Whenever possible, up until the day before the tour.
Is it possible to take a closed group tour?
Yes, it is possible if you book in advance
If I miss my booked voucher, can I do the tour on another day?
Yes, you can.
How much time do I have to visit each of the places we stop at on your tours?
Free time varies between 30 minutes and an hour, depending on the place you want to visit.
Can I travel on your tours if I’m mobility impaired?
Yes, if you book in advance
Is it possible to book your tours online?
Yes. To do so, you should consult the information on the chosen tour available on the Internet.
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