Santiago Island: Hiking Serra Malagueta Natural Park Gongon & Hortelã
Overview
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8 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore one of the most welcoming and beautiful remote hiking trails on the island of Santiago and experience the hospitality of Cape Verdean peasants and families who live in the mountains. Marvel yourself at incredible views from the top of the natural park of Serra Malagueta and learn about the local fauna and flora.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
We strongly advise wearing hiking pants, especially from August to November. Additionally, bring hiking shoes, a hat, sunscreen and water. Activity for travelers over 16 years old.
Route File: Walking Distance: +/- 12,5 km // Total Walking Duration: +/- 4 – 5 hours // Degree of difficulty: Difficult // Elevation gain: +/- 580m // Elevation loss: -/+ 1100m // Max Elevation: +/- 1035m // Min Elevation: +/- 110m // Trail type: One Way // Path quality: Both flat and Steep going down hill and safe.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Praia
Enjoy a pickup from your hotel and start the day with this exciting hike to one of Santiago's most beautiful trails.
Serra de Malagueta
The first stop is Serra Malagueta Natural Park, with an elevation of around 1,000 meters above sea level, hike among the park's endemic plants and enrich your knowledge of the local fauna and flora and enjoy breathtaking views of jagged hills and unforgettable landscape. Then, start your way down through the greenery and pass pleasant landscapes of deserted villages with a chance to see gray-headed kingfisher birds Please note that the €2 per person to the park entrance is not included.
What‘s Included
Picnic (soft juice + sandwich + fruit)
Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Praia
Tour Guide
Liability insurance
Transportation
Entrance fee (€2 for Serra Malagueta Natural Park)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Shared Group Hike
Pickup included
Private Hike
Duration: 7 hours
Pickup included
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nature
mirelaelena t,,Mar 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved the trial indeed is a bit steep and you should wear hiking shoes. Ivana/ Iva was amazing full of knowledge, she gave us so many information about the plants, people amazing guide tour.
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