Hiking: Monte Tchota Natural Park - Pico D’Antónia (1394m) - Longueira
Overview
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6 hours
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Enjoy a spectacular hike from the Monte Txota Natural Park, to Pico D’Antónia with 1394 meters of altitude. See endemic plants and birds, and enjoy beautiful views from Santiago Island’s highest mountain. Hike through the agricultural fields, local houses and visit a local family.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Hiking shoes, hiking pants (highly recommended from August to October) and walking sticks are highly recommended for this hiking as there are trails where it will be necessary to do level 1 climbing. Please bring a hat, sunscreen and water.
Suitable for walkers with some fitness and no health problems. Activity for travelers over 16 years old
Route File: Walking Distance: +/- 9 km // Total Walking Duration: +/- 4 - 5 hours // Degree of difficulty: Difficult // Elevation gain: +/- 660 m // Elevation loss: -/+ 1280 m // Max Elevation: +/- 1400 m // Min Elevation: +/- 485 m // Trail type: One Way // Path quality: tilty, narrow.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Praia
Pick up at the Hotel
Pico de Antonia
Start the hike through the unspoilt Natural Park, see and learn about the endemic plants and birds, and hike up to 4.2 km to the walking point of Pico D'Antónia. With an elevation of 1394 meters, this is the highest point of Santiago Island. Make a well-deserved stop for a picnic, enjoy stunning views and, weather permitting, be surprised by the nearby Fogo Island with its volcano lost on the horizon. Afterwards, descend the steep rocks and hike through the agricultural fields of corn, mango, coffee, tomato, depending on the season. Walk among the local houses carved into the Longueira's mountain, visit a local family and get to know their daily life.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Praia
Soft juice, sandwich and fruit
Liability insurance
Professional Tour Guide
Pickup points
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Private Hike
Private
Pickup included
Shared Group Hike
Pickup included
Reviews
13 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Alone in the world
698huguetteb,Mar 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks to Ricardo, our guide! Very beautiful person, who shares his knowledge about nature.Encourage in moments of difficulty, with kindness!very nice experience!
Effort that is absolutely worth it
Kathbeck1,May 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great trip. The guides were great and were able to explain everything to us. They had an answer to every question. The peace and the beautiful views are unforgettable. The tour is an absolute recommendation
Amazing hike!
Paulo G,Apr 21, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Cátia (the guide) and Nilton (the driver) were both wonderful! They are passionate about their country and didn't hesitate answering all my questions and even gave me some nice recommendations. I felt safe at all times, they made sure we were keeping a steady pace but always gave me the option to rest or stop for photos if I wanted. I never felt rushed or pressured. I had plenty of time to enjoy the scenery and everything went smoothly. The view from the top is beautiful and the cool wind was an added bonus after hiking under the blazing sun for a few hours. If I return to Cape Verde, I'll definitely check other tours offered by Bu Tours travel agency. Muito obrigado!
Great Hikingadventure
katharinacat2021,Mar 27, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We did a great hiking tour. Our guide was very lovely, explained a lot about the history of the country and some insides. The hike was very stressful but as we reached the top the sweat was worth it. Beautiful countryside and nature. If you are linking für adventure and re not afraid of Hightech and a little workout you should book this tour right now!!!
Beautiful
G3013ZVvanessab,Mar 6, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If fitness allows, the view from the top is breathtaking. Thank you to our guide Djibril for his good humor and kindness. Sports course, provide good shoes ☺️.
Challenging and immensely rewarding climb!
jodymW2067RF,Feb 2, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were really impressed with this tour to the top of Pico D'Antonia. We were picked up from our hotel and driven through the mountains to the start point. The hike itself starts off nice and gentle but the climb to the top really is a climb! Be prepared with hiking shoes and also poles if you feel you need them. The guides are so friendly and knowledgable about the area, flora and fauna, and were happy to answer all the questions we threw at them about life on the island. We enjoyed amazing panoramic view from the top, and could see the whole way round the island. Lunch was tuna mayo and tomato sandwiches, banana and juice cartoon. We also brought snacks with us for extra energy during ascent, which we definitely needed. The descent took us through the mountain villages which were so interesting. What an amazing experience.
To do without hesitation
Thibault Bd,Dec 27, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an unforgettable day. Thanks to Yessa for his energy and good humor 👍👍👍 He helped us finish the adventure, and it was not won.
Awesome hike with very awesome tour guides
Curiosity01172344528,Dec 21, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The hike of Pico da Antonia is very cool. After every corner you get a more breathtaking view. Bu tours picked us up in front of the hotel and drove to a place near the mountain. It took us around 2 hours to reach the highest available point. The beginning of the hike was quite easy, but later to the top it becomes more difficult. We advice you get good hiking shoes!! I forgot mine and 1 of the guides was friendly to lend me his shoes. The tour guides spoke excellent English and we had lots of fun chats with them during the hike. They both we’re extremely helpful and since this was my first hike they occasionally checked in how things were going. If I ever go to Santiago again, I would definitely take another hike or tour with Bu Tours!
Ascension in April 2022
eddyvin,May 1, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Superb ascent of the highest point of the island with a local guide involved, listening and very friendly! Thank you Maria for this beautiful time NB: hike really difficult physically, not suitable for everyone
Great tour with good energy and music
Jelle B,Apr 14, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour. We were accompanied by Alfonso and Maria who both had great energy. Listened to great local music while hiking to the top. Thanks again guys!
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