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Discover the local way of life on a guided tour of Rui Vaz Village. Learn about the agricultural practices and enjoy a panoramic view of the São Jorge Valley and Pico D'Antónia Mountain.

Highlights

• Discover the local way of life and learn about the agricultural practices
• Enjoy a panoramic view of the São Jorge Valley and Pico D'Antónia Mountain
• Visit the only botanical garden in the country that preserves endemic plants
• Learn about the production of local rum in Longueira village
• Enjoy a convenient pick-up and drop-off service from your accommodation

Description

Get picked up at your accommodation and drive around 30 minutes to start your trek from the Village of Rui Vaz about 700 meters altitude, where you will have the opportunity to experience direct contact with the local farmers and learn about their agricultural practices growing sugar cane, mango trees, cassava, and bananas. From the Rui Vaz you have the opportunity to enjoy a panoramic view of the São Jorge Valley, Pico D'Antónia Mountain, the highest point of Santiago island (1.394 meters of altitude). Experience the production of the local rum (The Rum production season is from January 1st to April 31st) in Longueira village. After the hike, visit the only botanical garden in the country that preserves some endemic plants of Cape Verde. The tour concludes with drop-off at your accommodation.

Includes

Private Transportation Hotel pick up and drop off Entrance fee to Botanical Garden Guiding service (English, French, Portuguese and Spanish).

Important Information

• ROUTE FILE Descent: 700 m // Ascent: 100 m Difficulty degree: Moderate Path quality: Mediun tilt, narrow and safety

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund