Easier Hiking in Cape Verde

Compared to other programs on Santo Antão, the hikes are shorter and easier without missing the best areas. The trails are in good condition and the terrain consists of stone-paved paths, village roads, and trails. The elevation differences are moderate, but on some days the trail goes through steep terrain, especially along the coastal trail where there are narrow sections open to the sea. You should feel confident walking in hilly terrain and have a normal level of fitness.

You will stay in small, charming guesthouses and pensions that reflect Cape Verde's everyday life: a personal boutique hotel in Mindelo, lush accommodations with a pool in Ribeira da Torre and Ponta do Sol, and a simple but atmospheric guesthouse in Tarrafal, just a short walk from the sea. The standard is comfortable but not luxurious, with a focus on location, views, and the feeling of truly living amid the surroundings you're hiking through.

Examples of accommodations (may vary depending on availability):
2 nights in Mindelo at Kira's Boutique Hotel
2 nights in Marrador at Residencial Melicia with pool
1 night in Ponta do Sol at Coração with pool
2 nights in Tarrafal at Casa Saude