São Vicente: Half Day, Beaches, Villages and Monte Verde
ID: GYG932570-1456169
Category:
Country: Cape Verde
Duration:
04:30 hours
Description
Explore the island of São Vicente on a half-day tour from Mindelo. Visit the highest peak on the island, take in stunning views, and relax on the beaches.
Discover the highlights of São Vicente on a half-day tour. Admire the views from the highest peak of Monte Verde, relax on the beaches of Baía das Gatas, and explore the fishing village of Calhau.
Start your tour with pickup from your accommodation in Mindelo. Drive to the highest point of São Vicente, Monte Verde, at 774 meters above sea level. Take in the panoramic views of the island and enjoy a cup of locally grown tea or coffee at the tea house.
Next, head to the Baía das Gatas, a beautiful beach with a lagoon-like appearance. Take a swim in the clear waters or relax on the sand. Continue to the fishing village of Calhau and the agricultural oasis of the Valley of Calhau where you will enjoy a stop for lunch at one of the best restaurants on the Island.
Finally, return to Mindelo and be dropped off at your accommodation.
Highlights
- Take in the stunning views of the island from the top of Monte Verde
- Enjoy a cup of locally grown tea or coffee at the Tea House
- Visit the Baía das Gatas, a crater-like blue lagoon beach
- Discover the fishing village and agricultural oasis of the Valley of Calhau
- Swim, dive, or relax on the pristine black and white sand beaches
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear your bathing suit and bring a towel for swimming at Baia das Gatas
No public place to change your clothing
Local restaurants and shops accept euros and escudos, no credit cards
Travel up to the summit of Monte Verde with high altitude
This is an open group tour, the guide may speak more than one language
INCLUDED
- Pick up and drop off at accommodation in Mindelo or meet at Harbor
- Private transportation
- Professional Tour Guide
- Tea house visit, tasting local treats at Monte Verde
- Liability insurance
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
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.
