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Cape Verde - Santiago, Fogo, São Vicente & Santo Antão Islands 11 Days

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Overview

Available languages

Portuguese
English
French
Spanish

264 hours

Mobile ticket

With Cape Verde Islands-hopping tour you will discover Santiago, Fogo, São Vicente and Santa Antão Island's best hiking and trekking trails with a local guide. Go adventure through volcanoes, natural parks, stunning green valleys, UNESCO Heritage Site and, discover the culture, history, music, beaches and gastronomy of the locals.

Additional Info

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Standard room category in double/twin sharing basis.

This tour starts in Praia (Santiago Island) and ends in Mindelo (São Vicente Island);

The rum production season runs from January 1 st to May 31st

Please bring passport, hiking shoes, sandals/flip flops, confortable shoes, a towel, a hat, swimwear, and sunscreen;

Copy of travelers' passport is mandatory for the issue of the flight/Ferry ticket;

For domestic flights, each traveler is entitled to take a suitcase of up to 23 kg and a backpack of up to 5 kg.

We reserve the right to claim from the travelers, any additional expenses incurred due to delay or changes in the schedule of domestic flights.

We reserve the right to alter the order of the itinerary or substitute a hotel of similar class if deemed necessary. The same will be informed to the traveler before departure.

A date change fee, as applicable will be levied on passengers who change their date of travel.

For groups with less than 4 travelers, the bilingual driver himself may be the guide.

Lunch and diner includes fish, meet or main dish + dessert + water. Vegetariam food available upon request.

Due to the early pick up on the Day 4, the hotel in Praia will provide a lunch box instead of a breakfast.

We do not include all meals in the package to make your trip more flexible. Take this opportunity to choose between the restaurants near your accommodation and try Cape Verdean cuisine according to your preference. Your travel representative will be delighted to help if needed.

Not recommended for those who are afraid of heights

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

What‘s Included

Round-trip Ferry ticket (São Vicente – Santo Antão – São Vicente);

Custom and private Arrival and departure airport/port Transfers; Luggage Transfers;

Service charges and VAT;

All entrance frees;

Domestic Flights (Praia/Fogo/São Vicente);

Local assistance 24 hours a day.

Dinner

Hotel pick up and drop off for all the tours;

Accommodation (10 Nights);

Tours as mentioned in the program;

International Flights;

Tourist tax (Paid locally: 2 Euros/Person/Night);

Travel insurance;

Visa or Airport Security Tax fees (TSA).

Sevices not mentioned in the program; Personal expenses.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Day 1

Arrival - Airport Transfer (Praia Airport to Hotel in Praia) – Check in

Accommodations

Casa Sodade*** in Praia (Santiago Island) or similar; Check in starts from 2 pm.

1

After disembarking, be welcomed by Your travel representative, who will be waiting for you at Nelson Mandela International Airport with a sign displaying your name, as informed by you. Then, enjoy a private and custom transfer from the airport to your accommodation. Our team will take you from door to door with complete security and professionalism, providing all relevant information about your stay.

15 minutes • Admission Included
2

Overnight in Praia.

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
Day 2

Santiago Island: Calabaceira Valley Trek & Visit to Cidade Velha

Accommodations

Casa Sodade*** in Praia (Santiago Island) or similar

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

1

Cidade Velha

After being collected from your accommodation in Praia, depart toward the small village of Calabaceira. Start your 3-hour hike from the top of the valley, with an oasis of vast vegetation emerging in its interior. Follow a simple and accessible trail for any hiker and explore the green valley famous for both its baobab trees mentioned by Charles Darwin and its use as an escape route for slaves during slavery. Next, discover the local fauna and flora and experience the production of a local rum-making distillery (The Rum production season runs from January 1 st to May 31st). There, get in touch with local farmers and their agricultural fields of sugar cane, mango trees, cassava, banana, and more.

3 hours • Admission Not Applicable
2

Cidade Velha, Historic Centre of Ribeira Grande

Arrive in Cidade Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and visit the São Francisco Convent, the famous Banana Street and Nossa Senhora do Rosário church.

30 minutes • Admission Included
3

Have a break for lunch and savor local delights in a typical restaurant right on the seafront. After lunch, visit the former slave market, the ruins of the Sé Catedral, and the Royal Fortress of São Filipe. From the top, enjoy a beautiful view over the whole old town and find out about the system of defense used against pirates.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable
4

Cape Verde

The tour concludes with drop-off at your accommodation in Praia. DURATION Every day from 9 am to 3 pm (6 hours) ROUTE FILE: Extension: 4500 meters Ascent/Descent: ~300 m Difficult degree: Easy Total Walking Duration: 2 hours Path quality: Mediun tilt, narrow at the beginning and safe.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
Day 3

Full Trekking in Serra Malagueta Natural Park + Assomada Market + Tarrafal Beach

Accommodations

Casa Sodade*** in Praia (Santiago Island) or similar

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

1

Praia

The day begins with pickup from your accommodation in Praia and heads inland to the traditional Assomada Market.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

Serra de Malagueta

Wander around the vibrant stalls and soak up the hustle and bustle of this island hub whilst watching the locals haggle for produce. Drive to Serra Malgueta Natural Park next, where your trekking adventure awaits. Follow your guide as you head into the luscious landscapes of the Serra Malagueta Natural Park, which covers 774-hectacres. The park is home to the Serra Malagueta mountain range as well as over 124 species of plant, and 19 species of bird. Throughout the trek, listen to your guide share information about the local flora and fauna, many of which can only be found here in the park. There’s also the opportunity to see wildlife, including playful monkeys, a variety of reptiles, and colorful butterflies. Once you’ve worked up a bit of an appetite, find a scenic spot for a well-deserved rest and enjoy a picnic lunch in the middle of the forest.

2 hours • Admission Included
3

Tarrafal Beach

After lunch, continue the walk to the end of the trail, then drive to Tarrafal and chill out on the most beautiful beach on the island.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable
4

At the end of an unforgettable day, sit back and relax on the return journey to Praia.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
5

Overnight in Praia.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
Day 4

From Praia: Full-day Fogo island Tour

Accommodations

Casa Mariza 2.0*** In Chã das Caldeiras (Fogo Island) or similar

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

1

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at your accommodation and then be picked up and transferred to Nelson Mandela International Airport for your 35-minute flight to Fogo Island.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable
2

Upon arrival, depart toward São Filipe, the capital of the island. There, explore “Sobrados” and wander around this charming little town lined with colorful colonial houses. Next, head to the small Municipal Museum and appreciate the simplicity of the objects that portray the local history.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable
3

Parque Natural do Fogo

Head inland to the small villages of Achada Furna and Cabeça Fundão. There, learn about the history of the residents who had their houses submerged by the lava from the recent volcanic eruption of 2014. Arrive at Chã das Caldeiras National Park and admire un interrupted views of the volcano and rugged surrounding landscape. Marvel with an amazing view from the foot of Cape Verde's highest mountain, the active volcano, one of the best attractions in the country.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
4

Cha das Caldeiras

After that, take a break for the well-deserved lunch in a local atmosphere and buy or taste at your expense one of the best wines in the world.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable
5

Overnight in Chã das Caldeiras, Fogo.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
Day 5

Fogo Island: Full Volcano Hiking from Chã das Caldeiras

Accommodations

Casa Mariza 2.0*** In Chã das Caldeiras (Fogo Island) or similar

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

1

Parque Natural do Fogo

Get picked up at your accommodation in Chã das Caldeiras and walk with your guide until reaching the foot of the Volcano.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

Pico Do Fogo

Start the climb and let your local guide adjust the rate of climbing according to your skills. After 3 hours, reach the highest peak in Cape Verde. From Pico do Fogo, the third highest mountain in the Atlantic Ocean, with 2829 meters of altitude, enjoy one of the most steep and spectacular volcanic cones in the world, the last eruption occurred in 2014.. After that, take a break for the well-deserved picnic, contemplating an unforgettable 360-degree panoramic view over the entire island of Fogo and start the fun part of the day. Take a walk through the crater and feel the sensation of touching the sky above the clouds. Then, start descending the steep descent of ash for half an hour, sinking your knee-high in Lapilli, a lifetime experience.

4 hours • Admission Not Applicable
3

After doing one of the best things to do in Cape Verde, the tour ends by returning to your accommodation in Chã das Caldeiras. Overnight in Fogo. DURATION Every day, from 6 am to 1 pm. ROUTE FILE Extension: 9 Km Ascent: ~2800 m Difficult degree: Difficult Total Walking Duration: 4 - 5hours Path quality: Tilted and Narrow. Ramping up steeply through ash and sliding

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
Day 6

Transfer out – Flight (Fogo – São Vicente) – Mindelo by Night

Accommodations

Solar Windelo in Mindelo (São Vicente Island) or similar

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

DINNER

Dinner

1

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at your accommodation and get prepared to discover your next destination, São Vicente Island. Enjoy a private transfer from Chã das Caldeiras to Fogo Airport and then, catch your flight São Vicente.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable
2

Land at Cesária Évora International Airport and be transfered to your hotel in Mindelo. Enjoy the quiet afternoon time vibe and relish a local dish at a local restaurant.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
3

In the evening, be picked up at your accommodation and depart toward one of the most popular restaurant of Mindelo. There, enjoy live music and relish local delights. The tour concludes with the evening transfer back to your accommodation. Overnight in Mindelo.

3 hours • Admission Not Applicable
Day 7

Santo Antão: Hiking Cova de Paúl Volcano Crater - Ribeira de Paúl

Accommodations

Hotel Tiduca in Ponta do Sol (Santo Antão Island) or similar

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

1

Mindelo

Starting from your hotel in the city of Mindelo, head straight to the harbor. Then, embark on a beautiful one-hour ferry trip to Santo Antão and enjoy the forbidding behind Mindelo, and it stunning guardian rock erupting from the harbour.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

Porto Novo

Arrive in Porto Novo and be transferred to the Cova Natural Park, an extinct volcano, where we start one of the hikers' favorite hike in Santo Antão.

40 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
3

Cova - Krater

Marvel with an oasis of vast vegetation emerging within the crater, from 1,100 meters above sea level, where the locals have their agricultural fields. Head to its edge and enjoy the most breathtaking view ever, the impressive green valley of Paul that lies on the depths in front of you, in addition to the beautiful view of the ocean that lies 10 kilometers away.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
4

Paul Tal

After that, start the zigzagging part of the hike; learn about the native flora and fauna, while crossing beautiful plantations of sugarcane, banana, mango, avocado, coconut and others. Finally, experience the production of a local rum in a traditional distillery and taste the famous “Grogue”.

3 hours • Admission Not Applicable
5

The tour concludes with drop-off at your accommodation.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
6

Overnight in Ponta do Sol. DURATION Every day from 6 am to 2 pm (5 - 6 hours) ROUTE FILE Extension: ~12 Km Ascent: ~249 /Descent: ~1329 m Difficult Level: Moderate Total Walking Duration: 4 - 5 hours Path quality: Good, narrow at the beginning and safe.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
Day 8

Santo Antão: Hike Ponta do Sol - Fontainhas - Cruzinha - Chã de Igreja

Accommodations

Hotel Tiduca in Ponta do Sol (Santo Antão Island) or similar

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

1

Ponta Do Sol

Start your walk from Ponta do Sol, a waterfront fishing and village with colorful houses, follow a breathtaking road up along rocky cliffs that hover over the ocean and enjoy a background decoration overlooking the sea.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable
2

Monte Fontainhas

Follow a breathtaking road up along rocky cliffs that hover over the ocean and enjoy a background decoration overlooking the sea. Then, head through a small and sinuous road sculpted on the top of a mountain and surrounded with deep valleys that will lead you to the picturesque village of Fontainhas, one of the 10 villages with the best view in the world according to National Geografic.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable
3

Follow a steep descent and a pedestrian path, crossing Corvo, Formiguinhas and some dazzling heights to the Aranhas valley.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
4

Next, arrive at a beautiful black sand’s beach, Praia das Aranhas, a place for turtle’s nesting where you can swim depending on the sea conditions. There, find a scenic spot for a well-deserved rest and enjoy a picnic on the shore. After that, start your 2.5-hour hike between volcanic rocks and the ocean, offering stunning views until you reach Cruzinha, a small fishing village with breathtaking views of the coast and the ocean.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable
5

Ponta Do Sol

At the end of an unforgettable day, sit back and relax on the return transfer to your accommodation. Overnight in Ponta do Sol. DURATION Every day from 9 am to 4 pm (7 hours) ROUTE FILE Extension: 15 Km Ascent/Descent: ~249 m Difficult Level: Medium Total Walking Duration: 5 - 6 hours Path quality: Very Long, narrow at the beginning and safe.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
Day 9

From Santo Antão: Full-day São Vicente Experience

Accommodations

Aquiles Eco-Hotel in São Pedro (São Vicente Island) or similar

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

1

The days begins with pickup from your accommodation in Ponta do Sol and heads towards São Vicente.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable
2

Mindelo

Upon arrival, explores the island´s capital, MIndelo, a historic and culturally-rich city bursting with charater. Continue the tour along Avenida Marginal to Praia da Bote and to island´s first popular African market where the first community was established. Stroll through the colorful stalls, soak up the array of sights and scents, and mingle with the locals going about their day. From here, drive to the eastern part of the island where native animals, endemic plants, and rolling farmland can be seen along the luscious Calhau Valley. Finally, enjoy a well-deserved lunch in Salamansa with “No Stress Vibe”. After that, head to the village of Baía das Gatas and take a stroll along the white sand dunes that line the sea. Later, drive to Monte Verde Natural Park to admire a stunning view of the entire island as well as the o ther Cape Verde Islands. The tour concludes with drop-off at your accommodation in Mindelo.

6 hours • Admission Not Applicable
Day 10

Free day in São Vicente

Accommodations

Aquiles Eco-Hotel in São Pedro (São Vicente Island) or similar

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

1

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at your accommodation and then explore São Vicente on your own. You may like to relax on the white sand of the most picturesque and beautiful beach on the Island, Laginha Beach, known for its white sand and turquoise waters. Overnight in São Pedro.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
Day 11

Goodbye Cape Verde

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

1

Start your last day with a delicious breakfast at your accommodation and then enjoy your free time according to the flight schedules. Check out from the accommodation in Mindelo and at agreed time be picked up and transferred to Cesária Évora international airport.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

Catch your international flight back home and say goodbye to "La Morabeza Crioula". Hotel check-out time: 12h00

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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Cape Verde - Santiago, Fogo, São Vicente & Santo Antão Islands 11 Days

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  • Extraordinary time in Cabo Verde with BU Country

    Johann E,

    Sep 17, 2022

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    It’s very rare that my expectations are exceeded, but in this case it’s no exaggeration to say that the BU Country team in Cabo Verde have way exceeded my expectations. My first experience with them was in April 2022 for my first trip to Cabo Verde and they were so spectacular that it encouraged me to take a second trip to Cabo Verde this past August and September. The first trip they organized for me was done within very short timeframes . I made up my mind at the last minute that I was going to go to Cabo Verde! I wanted to do all the things that CV is famous for: beaches , sea life, hiking volcanos, live music, history, culture etc. All within a 10 day period!!! They quickly came up with a plan for me and arranged for everything: my tickets for the planes and for the ferries, the pickups at each location , the individual guides, etc… They told me of the best places to stay in Cabo Verde and it was all done very quickly , efficiently, very cost-effectively. But that’s not the best part . It’s when things go wrong that you get a true measure of people’s capacities. Near the end of my trip, my ferry to Fogo was canceled at the last minute and I was stranded at the port in Praia. I let the BU team know and my guide Alfonso came to pick me up at the port and the team arranged for an overnight hotel stay and dealt with getting new tickets for my next day’s trip to Fogo and worked out all the other details. They took care of everything and I didn’t have to worry very much about anything at that point. The next day another tour was arranged for me to Cidade Velhe because Alfonso could tell that this was something I would enjoy. As a Haitian descendant of Africans from this part of the world, it was especially meaningful. The owner of BU Country, Admilson is really hands-on, warm , knowledgeable and personable. All that made it really easy to choose to go back to Cabo Verde again for my summer vacation and it was spectacular. Once again I worked with the BU country team to arrange for flights and ferries . And this time when my flight to Fogo was cancelled at the last minute, Admilson got on the phone with me right away, told me about my options , booked me on the next ferry that was going to Praia and then the next one headed to Fogo. There was a bit of drama as I missed the connection to Fogo and Admilson himself came to pick me up at the Praia port at two in the morning and made sure that I was well taken care of. It was really just amazing. I would definitely not travel to Cabo Verde without having the BU country team on my side!!!

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  • Best option if you really want to get to know Cape Verde.

    Cruiser284813,

    Nov 7, 2021

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    If you really want to get to know Cape Verde and understand how capeverdians live, BuCountry Tours would be your best companion, a company created by people who really love their country. Every island is different, but their inhabitants have something in common: they never stop smiling. Tasty food, relaxing beaches, exciting walks, astonish views wait for you in Cape Verde. The people from BuCountry Tour would make sure that you make the most of your time there, they will take care of you from the moment you contact them to book a tour and will treat you as part of their family.

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  • Perfect Cabo Verde Trip

    richardcA2234ZS,

    Jun 8, 2021

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Our 4-island tour of Santiago, Fogo, Sao Vicente, Santo Antao was arranged by BU Country Tours, and we were extremely pleased with how well everything went. Admilson Garcia of BU worked with us to arrange everything, including flights, ferries, hotels, and covid testing. The extra service was valuable, as we were unable to book flights online ourselves due to the domestic airline ceasing operations. BestFly (Angola) is now the only airline operating between islands and at the time of travel they did not have an online booking platform. Admilson is an incredibly upbeat, enthusiastic guide and was always on time and available even after dropping us off after our daily excursions. He is a great ambassador for Cabo Verde! On Santiago we stayed at Hotel Perola, conveniently located near the plateau area of Praia which has great restaurants. On Sao Vicente we stayed at Solar Windelo Hotel in Mindelo, with great city views. If you don't mind the stairs, an upper room is best. A short ferry ride away is Santo Antao Island where we did an incredible hike which began in the Cova crater. The views were breathtaking. Thanks BU Country Tours/Admilson Garcia for a wonderful time and for all your work putting together a great itinerary to meet our needs! I'll be seeing you again when I pass through Cabo Verde in April 2022...

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