Journey to the Three Pearls of Cape Verde

Welcome by our team at Cesaria Evora Airport. Transfer to Mindelo, check-in at your hotel in the city center of Mindelo. Possibility to enjoy Laginha Beach depending on your arrival time.

Dinner not included

Type of accommodation: In a hotel

In the morning, we will depart for a cultural tour of the city, where we will visit the Municipal Market, a lively place where we can explore the local culture and purchase fresh produce and handicrafts. We will have the opportunity to take a stroll along Rua de Lisboa and discover its colonial buildings, visit the Belém Tower, the Sea Museum, as well as other emblematic and historical sites that the city of Mindelo has to offer.

We'll also have the opportunity to visit a music workshop, accompanied by a professional musician. Learn more about Cape Verdean music, its history, its forms, its repertoire, and the major themes it explores.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Type of accommodation: In a hotel in Mindelo

Depart by car for a 10-minute transfer to the hiking starting point. You'll explore the Almeirao Valley, its ancient, forgotten dwellings, and peaceful atmosphere. Then, head to the coast with spectacular views of the uninhabited island of Santa Luzia and the Viana Volcano.

On the way back, we'll stop at the white dunes of Praia Grande before climbing to the summit of Mount Verde, offering incredible panoramic views of the island. At the end of the day, return to your hotel, filled with unforgettable memories.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Type of accommodation: In a hotel in Mindelo

In the morning, we cross by boat to Santo Antão. We arrive at the port of Porto Novo and set off to explore the semi-desert part of the island on foot. Discover Ribeira das Patas, an oasis of crops, basalt cliffs, and farming villages. At the end of the hike, we arrive at our accommodation in the village of Cha de Morte.

Walking time – 3h / Elevation gain +400m, -400m

Picnic breakfast and dinner included

Type of accommodation: Guesthouse in Cha de Morte

In the morning, after breakfast, depart towards Paul Valley via the coastal road. This valley is considered the garden of Cape Verde, you take the exotic and green road that crosses one of the most beautiful valleys of Cape Verde, with its exuberant vegetation. You will discover the sugar cane plantations where the local rum (Grogue) is made, banana trees, cassava, coffee trees and many others. At the end of the day, you will visit a rum distillery (demonstration and tasting).

Picnic breakfast and dinner included

Type of accommodation: In a hotel in Paul

In the morning, you'll head to the coastal village of Cruzinha, taking the road that crosses the Garça Valley. You'll then follow an old cobblestone path that runs along the coastline. In the afternoon, your route will take you through the charming villages of Formiguinhas and then Corvo, before beginning the climb up the famous Stations of the Cross. You'll reach the village of Fontainhas, renowned for its brightly colored houses, before ending your day in Ponta do Sol, the island's historic port. You'll spend the night in a hotel in Ponta do Sol.

Breakfast and picnic lunch and dinner included.

Walking hours: between 5 hours

Elevation gain: +650m / Elevation loss: -650m

Accommodation: in a hotel in Ponta do Sol

After a short drive, you'll reach the magnificent Ribeira da Torre Valley, a deep volcanic valley surrounded by cliffs and adorned with dramatic peaks. During this day, you'll have the opportunity to explore rural life and learn about local cultures in this unique landscape. As you descend through fields of sugarcane and yams, you'll appreciate the region's natural beauty with a visit to a magnificent waterfall, the Vinha Waterfall. At the end of your hike, your driver will pick you up and take you back to your accommodation in Ponta do Sol, where you'll spend your second night in this charming village.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Walking time: 3h30

Positive elevation gain of 400 meters / Negative elevation gain of 400 meters.

Accommodation. In a hotel in Ponta do Sol

After breakfast, you'll take the spectacular Route de la Corde, climbing the southern foothills of the island to reach the forested ridges. Amidst the ridges lies Cova, a large volcanic crater with a cultivated floor and wooded edges. You'll hike through the plateau's forest, then visit the village of Pico da Cruz, the island's second-highest peak. Continue to Porto Novo, then return to Sao Vicente by boat at 4 p.m.

Arrival in Mindelo, welcome by our driver, then transfer to your accommodation in Mindelo.

Walking time – 3h30 / Elevation gain +200m, -200m

Breakfast and picnic in the forest included. Dinner on your own.

Accommodation: in a hotel in Mindelo

Depending on your flight schedule, transfer to Cesaria Evora Airport, then fly to Sal Island. Upon arrival on the island, our local team will warmly welcome you. You will then be transferred to your hotel located in the city center, where you can enjoy the city's lively atmosphere.

Breakfast included. Lunch and dinner not included.

Accommodation: in a hotel in Santa Maria

Explore the island of Sal, starting in Buracona, a spectacular natural site where you can admire the "Blue Eye," a magical blue light phenomenon in an underwater cave. Next, head to Santa Maria, the island's tourist village, where you can relax on the beach or explore the narrow streets. In the afternoon, head to the Pedra de Lume salt lake, an ancient volcanic crater where you can float in the salt-rich waters. End the day with a visit to Shark Bay, with a boat trip or a dive to observe these magnificent marine creatures in their natural habitat.

Breakfast included. Lunch and dinner not included.

Accommodation: in a hotel in Santa Maria

Enjoy two full days exploring the island of Sal at your own pace. You can relax on its pristine white sand beaches, lapped by the crystal-clear waters of the Atlantic. If you enjoy water sports, the island is a true paradise for windsurfing, kitesurfing, and diving.

Breakfast included. Lunch and dinner not included.

Accommodation: in a hotel in Santa Maria

Depending on your flight schedule, you'll be transferred to the airport for your departure, filled with wonderful memories and the island's exceptional landscapes. We hope your stay brought you relaxation, discovery, and moments of happiness!

Breakfast included.