Tràz di Munti: Pottery Workshop, Cachupa Lunch & Hike

Santiago Island, Cape Verde, Cape Verde



Join a pottery workshop in Tràz di Munti, savor a traditional Cachupa lunch, and enjoy an optional hike through the Tarrafal valley to the beach.

Pottery Workshop and Hiking Experience in Tarrafal, Santiago, Cape Verde

This activity suits culture and nature enthusiasts interested in pottery and hiking in Tarrafal’s rural area near Monte Graciosa.

Highlights

  • Participate in a traditional pottery workshop reflecting Santiago’s culture
  • Enjoy a lunch featuring Cachupa and refreshing hibiscus juice
  • Take a scenic 2.5-hour hike through Tarrafal valley to Mar di Riba beach (optional)
  • Create your own handmade pottery souvenir
  • Explore Tràz di Munti, a rural area behind Monte Graciosa

Description

Join this cultural experience at Centro de Artes e Ofícios - Tràz di Munti, located in a small rural area behind Monte Graciosa, Tarrafal. Begin with an artisanal pottery workshop where you’ll learn about the pottery tradition in Santiago and make your own souvenir.

After the workshop, enjoy a traditional lunch with Cachupa, Cape Verde’s iconic dish, accompanied by hibiscus juice. Following lunch, you can opt for a guided 2.5-hour hike through the Tarrafal valley to Mar di Riba beach. This hike is moderately difficult with uneven and steep sections, suited for experienced hikers.

Includes

  • Transport to Centro de Artes e Ofícios - Tràz di Munti
  • Pottery workshop
  • Lunch: Cachupa and hibiscus juice
  • Guided hike (optional)

Excludes

  • Sun protection items (hat, sunscreen)
  • At least 2 liters of water per person
  • Comfortable walking shoes

Important Information

  • The hike is optional and of medium difficulty with some uneven and steep terrain; recommended for seasoned hikers.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For best experience, bring sun protection, sturdy shoes, and sufficient water. The activity is best booked in the morning to avoid midday heat.

Frequently Asked Questions

The activity includes a traditional pottery workshop, a Cachupa lunch with hibiscus juice, and an optional 2.5-hour hike through Tarrafal valley to Mar di Riba beach.
The workshop is held in Tràz di Munti, a rural area near Monte Graciosa in Tarrafal, Santiago, Cape Verde.
The scenic hike through Tarrafal valley to Mar di Riba beach lasts approximately 2.5 hours.
Yes, the pottery workshop is suitable for all skill levels, including beginners interested in traditional Cape Verdean pottery.
Yes, lunch is included and features Cachupa, a traditional Cape Verdean stew, accompanied by refreshing hibiscus juice.
Yes, you can create and take home your own handmade pottery souvenir from the workshop.
Check the website for current availability and booking hours, as times may vary seasonally.
Yes, it combines traditional pottery making with hiking in the natural landscapes of Tarrafal valley, appealing to both culture and nature lovers.
The hike starts in the Tarrafal valley area and ends at Mar di Riba beach, near the rural region of Tràz di Munti.
Yes, the 2.5-hour hike to Mar di Riba beach is optional and participants can choose to skip it.

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