Culture & trekking - 5 islands in 15 says

Day 1

Arrive in   Santiago Island 

Meet your Guide, transfer to your hotel  + Infos, Leave the luggages then visit Tarrafal of Santiago.

Day 2

Flight to Fogo Island 

Transfer to the airport In the afternoon , flight to Fogo Island. Arrived in São Felipe and a transfer to the village of Châ Das Caldeiras located at the foot of the volcano at 1700m altitude. Gradually you rise above the black sand beaches of Sao Felipe to enter the lunar landscape of the caldera. Arrival in the afternoon and installation in your accommodation for 2 nights.

Day 3

Ascent of Pico de Fogo

Early departure, you set off to storm Pico of Fogo, the highest point of the archipelago rising to 2829 meters above sea level. The trail is a bit steep in slag and stones … but from up there the view is wonderful. Very fun and rapid descent into the pozzolanas (mixture of dust, ash, slag).

6h of walking/10km

Elevation: + 1200m / -1200m

 Day 4

Flight to Santiago Island. Transfer to the hotel

Day 5

Island Tour Santiago

Explore the highlights of Santiago on this full-day excursion. Enjoy a typical breakfast with a local family, visit the Assomada Market, and follow the Serra Malagueta. Then, we continue to Cidade Velha, the first city built by Europeans in the tropics and the first capital of the Cape Verde archipelago. It was originally called Ribeira Grande, changing its name to avoid any ambiguity with the village of the same name. Lunch at a local restaurant, return to the hotel in the afternoon

Day 6

Departure to the airport – wishing you an excellent to Sao Vicente

Arrive in Mindelo

Meet your guide in Mindelo. Depending on the time of arrival. Check in + Info 

Welcome drink and enjoying the beach of laginha.

Day 7

City tour Mindelo – then Monte verde and Baia Das Gatas

Discovery Mindelo, cultural island, music and workshops and crossings, visit of paintings. ideal output to learn and understand how Cape Verdeans live here and know all the secrets of its history, visit different markets .Tasting local products and free time for shopping. Visiting the the highest Point of São Vicente  ( 774 m ) about sea level and a stop in baia das gatas beach for a swimming. Lunch in a local restaurant.

Day 8

Flight or ferry  to Sao Nicolau – Transfer to the hotel

Hike to Monte Gordo

Monte Gordo is the highest peak on São Nicolau, standing at 1,312 meters. This hike takes you through the Monte Gordo Natural Park, a protected area rich in biodiversity. You’ll encounter endemic plant species, lush greenery, and breathtaking views of the island and surrounding ocean. On clear days, you might even spot neighboring islands. The trail is moderately challenging and offers a rewarding experience for nature lovers and adventure seekers.

3h30 walking/9km

8km

 Day 9

Visit to Carbeirinho:

Known as one of the most stunning natural wonders of Cape Verde, Carbeirinho is a unique rock formation located on the coast. The site features dramatic cliffs, caves, and colorful rock layers shaped by wind and sea over centuries. It’s a perfect spot for photography and exploring the geological beauty of the island. The journey to Carbeirinho also provides an opportunity to enjoy the serene landscapes and traditional villages of São Nicolau.

Day 10

Flight or ferry  to Sao Vicente – Transfer to The Hotel

Day 11

Santo Antao “full day Nature

Morning departure at the hotel on the way to the greenest island of Cape verde.

Ferry crossing to Santo Antao – Discovery of the most beautiful Ribeiras as well as beautiful villages, discovery of nature, splendors will be the key words of the day, Garça, Cha de lgreja, Cruzinha, Coculi, Ribeira da Torre, and many others. A day rich in landscapes

Full-day guided excursion. 

Day 12

Hike Ribeira da Torre – Vinha  – Xoxo

Ribeira da Torre, a deep volcanic valley surrounded by cliffs and dotted with pythons, where we spent the day discovering life and rural culture. Passing trough  Ribeira de Vinha with its magnificent waterfall of 150 meters high and village of  Lombo de Pico with its spectacular volcanic neck. The trail passes and the irrigation canals (levadas) they lead to the, descent through fields of sugar cane and yams to the village  of Xoxo. Lunch in a local restaurant .

4 walking / 8km

Accumulated elevation +500m/-450m

Level 1

 Day 13

Hike Ponta do sol – Cruzinha 

From the town of Ponta do Sol, located on the northeast coast of the island, where people live mainly from fishing. We will climb to Fontainhas where we will find several plantations to arrive later at Selada de Corvo, panoramic view of Ponta do Sol and Corvo, descending into the valley there is water sources all year round, then to Formiguinhas, a small town overlooking the sea. From Formiguinhas we will arrive in Aranhas, an abandoned town, then we will arrive at Mezcla de Ribeira Seca beach with white and black sand, where we can take a dip to cool off, There are also caves formed by lava, a good place to have a picnic, then we will pass by Motcho beach to reach the village  of Cruzinha. 

6h  walking/14 km

Accumulated elevation +900m

Level 2

Day 14

Paúl’s Valley Fom de inside –  return São Vicente in the afternoon

A transfer will take you to the starting point of this magnificent hike, walking among potatoes, yams, sweet potatoes, papaia and other vegetables and fruits, as a starting point of the famous hike, over 600m, a magnificent hike. with many sugar cane terraces and of course the possibility to taste the local grogue and the punch. We share a typical meal and a typical restaurant. 

At the end of the afternoon,

3h30 walking/ 7km

Accumulated elevation +500m

Level 1 

Day 15

Transfer to the Airport

Flight back home – wishing you a safe flight back home