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Hiking in Cape Verde
The hiking island Santo Antão's most magnificent hikes
8 dagar
Vandring Self-Guided trip
17/10/2026 - 30/06/2027
Level 4
7 Breakfasts, 5 Lunchboxes, 1 Lunch, 4 Dinners
From 13 250 SEK
One of Africa's unknown hiking paradises is the island of Santo Antão in the Cape Verde archipelago. On this trip, you get to experience all the island's treasures on foot: from dramatic volcanic formations to lush valleys bursting with bananas, yams and exotic fruit in the cooling trade winds. The nature is extraordinary and completely different from the more well-known sun and beach islands further east. Along fine trails in the Cova crater, the Paul valley and on the north coast, you meet the hospitable local population and their colorful Creole culture. There are many highlights, from genuine accommodations to home-cooked lunches. The trip starts and ends on the neighboring island of Saõ Vicente with the cultural center of Mindelo.
Tip! Book an extension on the neighboring island of Sal for beach time and relaxation after the hiking trip.
Tour Highlights
Hiking in the tropical landscape of Paul Valley
The iconic coastal path between Ponta do Sol and Cruzinha
The Cova crater and its mosaic of green plantations
Genuine accommodations in green valleys and local food
Colorful Mindelo, Cape Verde's cultural capital
Program
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7 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 5 Lunchboxes and 4 Dinners included
Upon arrival at the island of São Vicente, you are met at the airport and driven to your accommodation in Mindelo, Cape Verde's cultural heart. Take a walk through the colonial old town or along the palm-lined bay, chat with the hospitable locals and soak up the colourful atmosphere. If you arrive in the morning or have chosen extra nights in Mindelo, you can add an initial hiking tour to Calhau or a guided city walk in Mindelo.
Get more out of São Vicente with one or more optional excursions: a colourful guided city walk in Mindelo, a tour across the island and a hike between the impressive Praia Grande beach and the fishing village of Calhau. Read more below and add these when booking.
Level & standard
The hikes are moderate to challenging with several long climbs. The terrain varies between paved trails and dirt paths. The trails are generally well maintained since they are still used daily by the local population. You should have good hiking experience and be comfortable with steep sections and heat.
You stay at small, genuine guesthouses and small-scale hotels with pools on Santo Antão, often surrounded by lush valleys and terraces. In Mindelo and Ponta do Sol you stay close to small-town life and the sea. The accommodations are charming, local and simple to mid-standard, with a focus on location, views and a welcoming atmosphere.
Examples of accommodations (may vary depending on availability):
2 nights in Mindelo at Santa Cruz Boutique Hotel
2 nights in Ribeira das Patas at Quinta Cochete with pool
2 nights in Cabo de Ribeira at Aldea Panoramica with pool
1 night in Ponta do Sol at Coração with pool
8 dagar / 7 nätter
Accommodation: Standard
Price per person
The specified prices are per person and include
- Accommodation
- Breakfast
- 4 dinners
- 5 packed lunches
- Cachupa lunch
- Luggage transport
- All transfers according to the itinerary
- Return ferry São Vicente – Santo Antão
- Roadbook (digital)
- Maps (digital)
- GPS tracks
- 24-hour service phone
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