São Vicente: Private Highlights Tour from Mindelo Port
ID: GYG425894-767173
Category:
Country: Cape Verde
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Discover São Vicente on a private tour from the Port of Mindelo, created specifically for cruise passengers. Explore the city center, visit local markets, and stroll along the beach and national park.
Enjoy a pickup from the Port of Mindelo and begin an exciting private tour to discover the highlights of São Vicente Island with a local guide. Start your discovery from Mindelo, the country's cultural capital, famous for the hospitality of its people and the architecture of its beautiful colonial buildings. Visit the main square, the local church, the municipal market and learn about the daily lives of the locals, before enjoying a superb panoramic view of the city and its bay, the most beautiful in the country.
Continue on a scenic drive to the eastern side of the island and capture beautiful views of extinct volcanoes, farmlands, and learn local history from your guide. Arrive in Calhau, take a lunch break and enjoy the local cuisine. Next, swim at the beautiful Baía das Gatas beach or simply dip your feet in the warm water before heading to the island's highest point, Monte Verde Natural Park. Here admire the stunning landscape, see endemic plants and, weather permitting, see other Cape Verde islands. The tour ends with a drop-off at the Port of Mindelo.
Highlights
- Explore the historical and culturally-rich city of Mindelo
- Admire breathtaking views of the island from Monte Verde Natural Park
- Relax on some of the island's prettiest white sandy beaches
- Mingle with the locals at the market and shop for souvenirs
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Note that the Municipal Market is closed on Sundays and holidays.
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
The driver will be holding a sign with your last name on it.
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.
