• Authentic Santiago: Community Route to Tarrafal Beach Authentic Santiago: Communities to Tarrafal Beach
  • Authentic Santiago: Community Route to Tarrafal Beach Authentic Santiago: Communities to Tarrafal Beach
  • Authentic Santiago: Community Route to Tarrafal Beach Authentic Santiago: Communities to Tarrafal Beach
  • Authentic Santiago: Community Route to Tarrafal Beach Authentic Santiago: Communities to Tarrafal Beach
  • Authentic Santiago: Community Route to Tarrafal Beach Authentic Santiago: Communities to Tarrafal Beach
  • Authentic Santiago: Community Route to Tarrafal Beach Authentic Santiago: Communities to Tarrafal Beach
  • Authentic Santiago: Community Route to Tarrafal Beach Authentic Santiago: Communities to Tarrafal Beach
  • Authentic Santiago: Community Route to Tarrafal Beach Authentic Santiago: Communities to Tarrafal Beach
  • Authentic Santiago: Community Route to Tarrafal Beach Authentic Santiago: Communities to Tarrafal Beach
  • Authentic Santiago: Community Route to Tarrafal Beach Authentic Santiago: Communities to Tarrafal Beach

Authentic Santiago: Community Route to Tarrafal Beach Authentic Santiago: Communities to Tarrafal Beach

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ID: GYG1218558-1869775
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Country: Chile

Duration: 07:00 hours


Description

Discover the Santiago that few see. Experience authentic life in the communities of Picos and Assomada, traverse the wild beauty of Serra Malagueta, and finish with a dip in the waters of Tarrafal
Get ready for a journey through the heart and soul of Santiago Island. Our tour kicks off with a climb to the Picos, where you'll be greeted by fresh mountain air and lush green landscapes. Here, you'll make a first stop to feel the pulse of the local community and understand traditional agricultural life.

The route continues to Assomada, the vibrant commercial heart of the interior. You'll visit the famous Assomada market, a spectacle of colors, aromas, and sounds, perfect for observing everyday life and acquiring unique spices. Then, the route winds through the imposing Serra Malagueta. You'll cross this protected area of wild beauty, with strategic stops at viewpoints for stunning photography, learning about its unique biodiversity.

The trip's climax is the descent to Tarrafal. First, you'll visit the solemn Tarrafal Concentration Camp, a key memorial site to understand Cape Verde's contemporary history. Then, the reward: free time to relax on the world-famous Tarrafal Beach, with its clear sands and calm, crystal-clear waters, perfect for a dip. This experience combines culture, history, nature, and leisure on an unforgettable route.

Highlights

  • The only complete route from the interior to the coast.
  • Genuine access to local communities and markets.
  • It combines intense history with a paradise beach.

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
INCLUDED
  • Pick-up and drop-off service at the Praia Cruise Port.
  • You'll be transported in a comfy, air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Professional, licensed guide, fluent in Portuguese and English.
  • Guaranteed boarding (on-time return to the ship).
  • A scenic tour of Santiago's essential attractions.
  • Stops for photos.
NOT INCLUDED
  • Lunch (you'll have the option to stop at a local restaurant).
  • Personal purchases and souvenirs.
  • Tips for the guide and driver (voluntary).

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.