We Love —
- Stretching out on the warm pearly sands of Cape Verde's pretty beaches, lapped by the turquoise ocean.
- Enjoying the sound of music drifting from the busy bars and clubs in lively São Vicente.
- Exploring the diversity of the island on tours and excursions of the volcanic landscapes and tropical vegetation.
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Carefully selected by our experts especially for you
Your Itinerary In Brief —
Take a dreamy island-hopping tour to two luscious islands in the Cape Verde archipelago: São Vicente and Santo Antão. Home to a unique diversity of spectacular landscapes that rise and fall above the rugged coast, these two islands meet the Atlantic Ocean on beautiful, white sand beaches.
São Vicente is known as the little Brazil of the African coast, and is renowned for its lively music and nightlife. Santo Antão's fertile valleys, verdant banana plantations, and sugar cane fields make it a hiker's paradise cut with winding trails and pathways climbing up towards rich green peaks. Choose a 2-night extension to extend your trip with a visit to the gorgeous island of Sal.
Your itinerary :
8-day / 7-night tour without extension :
Day 1 : Arrive in São Vicente
Day 2 : São Vicente
Day 3 : Free day
Day 4 : Santo Antão
Day 5 : Free day
Day 6 : Santo Antão
Day 7 : Free day
Day 8 : Departure
10-day / 9-night tour with extension :
The itinerary will be the same as above for Day 1 - Day 7.
Day 8 : Sal Island
Day 9 : Sal Island
Day 10 : Departure
Please note that the order of the activities can be changed without affecting the itinerary.
Your Itinerary In Detail —
Day 1 : Arrive in São Vicente
Touch down on Cape Verde, ready for your unforgettable tour in this island paradise. Enjoy a warm reception from your assistant or guide. Transfer to your hotel and relax, stretch out, and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.
DAY 2 : SÃO VICENTE
Discover the São Vicente island with a tour of its loveliest beaches and volcanoes. Start with a walking tour in the cosmopolitan city of Mindelo, before climbing up to Monte Verde, complete with fantastic panoramic views. Visit Salamansa and its kitesurfing beach, and Baía das Gatas, known for its music festival and pretty natural pools. Pause for a swim before continuing on to Praia Grande, a beautiful white sand beach, and Calhau, home to extinct volcanoes and views of the distant island of Santa Luzia. Return to the city center.
DAY 3 : SÃO VICENTE
Enjoy a day to pass the time as you please, or choose to venture out on an optional excursion swimming with sea turtles.
Day 4 : Santo Antão
Take an early transfer to Mindelo's Harbour for a 1 hour boat trip to your next destination - Santo Antão island. The adventure starts as soon as you arrive, with a tour of the island's main attractions along the famous Corda road. Pass through Água das Caldeiras, Ribeira Grande, Ponta de Sol and, of course, Paúl, and notice the distinct contrast between the arid south side of the island and the luxuriant vegetation of the north.
DAY 5 : SANTO ANTÃO
Enjoy a free day to relax and explore the pretty surroundings, or choose to head out on a hike on an optional excursion.
DAY 6 : SÃO VICENTE
Day 9 : Sal
One of Cape Verde’s smallest island’s, Sal offers picture-perfect beaches with plenty of opportunity for water-sports and surfing. A unique African-European mix of cultures means there's something for everyone, from Palmeira, a west coast port with charming cobble-stone streets, to Buracona, a glowing lagoon-filled cave. Popular activities include sunbathing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, swimming, scuba diving and deep-sea fishing.
DAY 10 : DEPARTURE
Transfer to the airport, ready for your flight home.
Your Hotels —
Hand-picked Just For You
Maximum room capacity
At each of your stops, you will be staying in comfortable Standard Rooms in thoughtfully chosen hotels.
Your hotels during the tour:
São Vicente : Hotel Don Paco (or similar)
Santo Antão : Hotel Paul Mar (or similar)
Sal : Hotel Sobrado (or similar)
Hygiene and safety measures :
Throughout your tour, your establishments are committed to respecting the sanitary measures in force to ensure your safety and well-being.
Your Dining Choices
This offer is based on a Bed and Breakfast stay.
Please note that due to the current global health pandemic (COVID-19), certain restaurants and buffets may be closed or places and tables may be limited. We strongly recommend that you contact the hotel for further information two days before your arrival.
Your Optional Excursions —
Snorkelling with Turtles in São Vicente
Enjoy this unforgettable diving experience on São Pedro beach, near the airport. Ride on a fishing boat and swim with adult sea turtles, using the snorkelling equipment. Feed them and admire these unique creatures up close!
Hike Calhau Volcano in São Vicente
Discover a unique landscape as you take a three hour hike through the crater of the now extinct Calhau volcano. Transfer from Mindelo to Praia Grande and start your jounrey on the basalt rock by the beautiful ocean.
Hike Paul Valley in Santo Antão
Take the green and luxuriant road to Paúl valley, the garden of Cape Verde. This 4 hour hike goes from cottage to cottage, crossing vegetable crops and tropical fruits trees, along mule trails and terraced crops. Discover the local rural life while you walk.
Distance : 7km
Ascent : 550 metres
Descent : 700 metres
Your Journey to Cape Verde —
Flights:
You may choose from Economy, Premium or Business class flights on sectors that they operate, at the next stage of the booking process. The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Your Destinations —
São Vicente
São Vicente is the lively cultural capital of the vibrant island of Cape Verde, and the pristine shores are lined with plenty of bars, clubs, and restaurants buzzing until the early hours.
A hot, sunny climate makes for great beach weather, and the white sand and warm blue waters stretch out along the craggy coast. Colourful West African culture spills over from every doorway, and delicious food and great music are never too far away.