Private Tour

Santo Antão: Hike Ponta do Sol - Fontainhas - Cruzinha

Overview

Available languages

Portuguese

English

French

Spanish

7 hours

Mobile ticket

Discover Fontainhas, one of the 10 villages with the best view in the world. Relish a picnic at Praia das Aranhas, a place for turtle's nesting where you can swim depending on the sea conditions. Hike and enjoy breathtaking views between volcanic rocks and the ocean

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Extension: 15 Km

Total Walking Duration: 6 hours

Ascent/Descent: ~249 m

Difficult Level: Difficult

Path quality: Linear, narrow at the beginning and safe.

Please bring decent footwear, hat, sunscreen and water.

Extra fee may be charged if your pick-up location is in a remote area

Not recommended for those who are afraid of heights

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Private transportation

Guiding Service

The picnic is not included in the price

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Tiduca Hotel

Boca de Pistola Ponta Do Sol Cape Verde

Hotel Blue Bell

Cp 2, Ponta Do Sol Cape Verde

Residencial Ponta do Sol

CP 5, Rua, Ribeira Grande Cape Verde

Residencial Luatur

Rua Do Mercado, Povoacao 07 Ribeira Grande Cape Verde

Luatur

Ribeira Grande Cape Verde

What To Expect

Ponta Do Sol

Start your walk from Ponta do Sol, a waterfront-fishing 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

Monte Fontainhas

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.

1 minute • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Santo Antão: Hike Ponta do Sol - Fontainhas - Cruzinha

Pickup included

Reviews

4.83

6 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A must do!
Aria S,
Jun 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Hands down one of the most memorable outdoor experiences I've had. From the very start, our guide was welcoming, friendly and incredibly knowledgeable about the area, not just the trails, but also the local wildlife, history, and ecology. The hike itself was well-paced. Our guide kept the group motivated and made sure everyone was safe, comfortable, and hydrated. What I appreciated most was the balance between adventure and education. We learned how to identify native plants, and learn about local communities. By the end of the day, we weren’t just tired and happy — we felt like we’d learned something and genuinely connected with the landscape. I would absolutely recommend this experience. It was a guided adventure done right!
Top hike on Santo Antao
haktus,
May 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very great hike and highly recommended. Slightly coupé, but not super strenuous. Always windy. Stunning sights.
Wonderful experience! Great tour, highly recommend
thekatespanos,
Aug 14, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Gerson was a great guide! It was wonderful to get a tour and learn about all the history, plants and animals, geology, and culture in Santo Antão as we did our walk. Highly recommend.
Beautiful coastal hike
maryleneclem,
Jun 2, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Leave Ponta do Sol early in the morning with a few liters of water in the bag. In our opinion and opinion, departure from Ponta Do Sol and arrival at Cruzinha! Plan for a return taxi if you sleep in Ponta Do Sol or if you continue your crossing, stay in Cruzinha or Cha de Igreja! Magnificent coastal path with very pretty views of the ocean! We cross Fontainhas first (extraordinary bird's eye view of this colorful village with many terraced crops) You can also stop for drinks in a small Tchu bar! Two other small villages will punctuate the hike before arriving at Cruzinha! The trail is very nice! It goes up and down but it's worth it! We recommend 🥾👍🏻
Must do
annerA4385YY,
Dec 6, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Beautiful walk. A must. Unsightly colorful village in the middle of the mountains. Fairly steep sections. Alternation between descending and ascending.