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Authentic São Vicente & Santo Antão Tour with Local Guides

Highlights

• Discover the best of São Vicente and Santo Antão with your local guide
• Learn about culture, history, connect with people and nature
• Taste the delicious cuisines of the Cabo Verde Islands
• Adventures great for all ages
• Discover the simple lifestyle and hardworking spirit of the people of Cabo Verde

Description

This tour offers more than just sightseeing — it’s a deeply authentic experience guided by locals who call São Vicente and Santo Antão home. As specialists on these two islands, we take pride in sharing not just the highlights, but the hidden stories, cultural insights, and personal connections that make this place truly special. You'll be guided by people who genuinely care, love what they do, and are passionate about creating meaningful travel experiences. From traditional villages to breathtaking landscapes, we offer a warm, personal, and enriching journey you won’t find in a typical tour. BEST OF SÃO VICENTE Welcome to one of Cabo Verde’s most beautiful and welcoming islands. We’re excited to share our unique island with you! Start with a guided walk through Mindelo’s historic center, where colonial architecture, vibrant colors, and local culture meet. Visit the bustling Fish, African, and Municipal Markets (closed Sundays). Take in scenic views of Monte Cara, Laginha Beach, and Mindelo from panoramic lookouts. Drive up Monte Verde, the island’s highest peak (774m), and enjoy a tea or coffee at the Tea House (closed Sundays/holidays). Explore traditional fishing villages like Salamansa and Calhau, and witness authentic daily life. Swim or relax at Baía das Gatas’ natural blue lagoon (bring swimwear). Learn about rural life in Calhau Valley with farms, windmills, and volcanoes. Tour Highlights: Fortim d’el Rei Avenida Marginal Cultural Center of Mindelo Belém Tower Replica Cesária Évora’s Home Monte Verde Natural Park Salamansa, Baía das Gatas Norte Baía, Praia Grande Calhau Valley BEST OF SANTO ANTÃO Discover Santo Antão: Day Trip from São Vicente with Local Guide Start your day with an early pick-up from your Mindelo accommodation and transfer to the harbor for a scenic 1-hour ferry ride to Santo Antão. Keep an eye out for dolphins or flying fish along the way! Upon arrival in Porto Novo, meet your local guide and begin your full-day island tour. Travel the stunning Old Mountain Road to the volcanic crater of Cova de Paúl and enjoy breathtaking views from Delgadinho Ridge. Visit picturesque towns and villages like Ribeira Grande, Ponta do Sol, Sinagoga, and Paúl. Enjoy a traditional Cape Verdean lunch at a local restaurant, then stop at a distillery to learn about Grogue, the local sugarcane spirit. Return to Porto Novo via the stunning Coastal Road, where mountain tunnels and ocean views amaze. Take the ferry back to São Vicente and transfer to your accommodation in Mindelo. Tour Highlights: Porto Novo Old Mountain Road Cova Crater Delgadinho Ridge Pico da Cruz Ribeira Grande Paúl Valley Ponta do Sol Sinagoga Janela

Includes

Includes: 4 guided experiences (English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish), roundtrip ferry tickets, private transportation, Harbor transfers in Mindelo

Important Information

• São Vicente: Travel mainly by vehicle with some city walking. We’ll visit Monte Verde’s summit (high altitude). On Sundays/holidays, markets, the Cultural Center, and Tea House are closed, but we’ll stop for history and photos. Bring cash or card for lunch (not included). In group tours, the guide may use more than one language. Santo Antão: Please send passport photo or: full name, number, DOB, expiration date, nationality, and country of issue at least 24h before the trip (required for inter-island travel, also for children). Most travel is by van with short walks at highlights. Bring your passport (photo on phone accepted), comfortable clothing, shoes, hat, sunglasses, and a sweater (Nov–Mar is cooler). If prone to seasickness, prepare in advance. Expect mountain roads and high altitude. Lunch stop ~10–20€, cash only (euros/local currency). Inform us of allergies. In group tours, guide may speak multiple languages.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund