Ribeira Grande: Hiking Day Trip to Ribeira de Torre Private Tour
ID: GYG411751-O-747097
Category:
Country: Cape Verde
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Discover the beauty of the Ribeira de Torre valley on this day trip from Ribeira Grande. Hike by rural villages and a stunning waterfall before enjoying a swim in a natural pool with locals.
Explore the Ribeira de Torre valley on this day trip from Ribeira Grande. See local villages like Chu Chu on a hike through the countryside. Stroll by a mountain waterfall and swim in a natural pool. Find out about local rum at the Grogue rum distillery.
Be picked up from the comfort of your accommodation in Ribeira Grande. Sit back and relax on the drive to the trailhead in Faja da Cima which lies at an altitude of 1,480 meters. Start your hike up the slopes to Rabo Curto through lush natural flora up the slopes to Rabo Curto.
Admire cultivated agricultural terraces and small houses on the way to the village of Lombo de Pedra. Cross hills on your way to the Ribeira de Torre valley. See sugar cane and fruit trees as you walk.
Arrive in Chu Chu (Xoxo) village where you can enjoy sweeping views of the valley of Ribeira Grande. Pass close to waterfall and have the option to take a refreshing dip in a natural swimming pool.
On the way down, view banana and coffee plantations. Visit a local rum distillery called Grogue at the end of the route. Return to your accommodation in Ribeira Grande at the end of your tour.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in an authentic cultural experience on a rural Santo Antão
- Marvel at breathtaking views of valleys, mountains, and unique rock formations
- Walk by a gorgeous waterfall and go for a refreshing swim in a natural pool
- Learn about local crops as you visit a local rum distillery called Grogue
- Capture pictures to share of layered agricultural terraces and small houses
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
•This tour is not recommended for those who are afraid of heights
•The rum production season runs from January 1st to May 31st
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
Masks are optional for this activity
Masks are required while indoors
Please be waiting in your 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.
