São Vicente Island: Full-Day Tour
ID: GYG345256-616151
Category:
Country: Cape Verde
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Visit the historical heritage city, explore the valley of Calhau, and enjoy the most beautiful beach of the island.
Starting from Mindelo, this full day trip includes most highlights of São Vicente Island. Explore Mindelo, the capital of the island, known as the most welcoming and attractive city in the country. Walk through the colonial buildings, visit its church, municipal and Afrikan markets, and enjoy a panoramic view of the capital from the top of Fortin.
Drive to the eastern part of the island where animals, endemic plants and farmland can be seen along the Calhau Valley. Here, take time for a delicious lunch in a local atmosphere, and enjoy the local cuisine.
Next, visit the fishing village of Salamansa, Baía das Gatas, and pause for a swim at its beautiful beach before heading to the sand dunes brought by the wind from the Sahara Desert.
Finally, drive to Monte Verde Natural Park and admire the stunning scenery of the entire island and, weather permitting, take stunning photos of other Cape Verde islands.
Highlights
- Explore the cultural city of Cape Verde
- Visit local markets and buy souvenirs
- Take beautiful photos from the Natural Park of Monte Verde
- Relax on the most beautiful beach on the island
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
For groups with less than 4 adult travelers, the bilingual driver himself may be the guide.
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
