Praia or Cidade Velha: Monte Txota to Pico D’Antónia Trek Private Trek
ID: GYG344566-O-743496
Category:
Country: Cape Verde
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Explore the diversity of Monte Txota Natural Park and the surrounding area on this trek. Climb Pico D'Antónia, the highest point of Santiago Island, and enjoy extraordinary views of almost all Santiago's cities and two more of Cape Verde's Islands.
Your day begins with the drive to Rui Vaz, where your trek starts. Along the trek you'll have the opportunity to visit the local cheese factory, followed by the climb through the Natural Park of Monte Txota. Located at an altitude of 800 meters and with its own micro-climate, this is one of the coolest places on the island with lots of biodiversity.
Then, continue on towards the Pico D'Antónia. With an elevation of 1394 meters, this is the highest point of Santiago Island. When you get close to the top you will enjoy panoramic views of the São Jorge Valley, and possibly Maio Island and Fogo Island Volcano, weather permitting. Your trek will take about 5 to 6-hours, with a stop for a small picnic and views of beautiful landscapes along the way. The route will end with the return to the Monte Txota Natural Park and the ride back to your hotel.
Highlights
- Trek through the spectacular Monte Txota Natural Park
- Admire panoramic views from the highest point on the island
- See Maio Island and the Volcano of Fogo Island in the distance, weather permitting
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The level of this trail is difficult
• Extension is 3,000m (2 ways)
• Descent is 400m
• Ascent is 672 m
• Route quality is medium tilt, narrow, and safe
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
Please wait in your hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Your driver will be holding a sign with your last name on it. Drivers will wait no longer than 5 minutes past the 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.
