Full Day Island Tour, Highlights of São Vicente, Cape Verde

Duration

6 hours

Languages

German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish, Dutch

Guests

1-10

Welcome to one of the most welcoming and beautiful Islands, with its small vibrant cosmopolitan city, full of life, day and night! Hear about our history, culture, lifestyle. Enjoy the architecture. Visit the bustling markets of Mindelo

Included

Guide
Transfer
Private transportation
Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Drive to the highest point of our Island, Monte Verde, 774m or 2,539ft, have breathtaking panoramic views, enjoy a cup of tea (grown locally) or try the tea liquor at the Tea House

Not included

Gratuities
Alcoholic Beverages
Lunch

Itinerary

Visit the old pirate fort lookout with amazing views of our Port City and learn about the history and culture of the Island

Visit the Cultural Center to observe the current talent on display, with its local bookstore and shop

Visit the bronze Statue of Portuguese Navigator Diogo Alfonso - right in the heart of Mindelo, you will witness daily lifestyle and culture of the people, with fantastic views of our bay city

Lifestyle of Cabo Verde, Fisher men and women, coming in from the sea with a variety of beautiful fish. Fish is a staple in the Cabo Verdean diet; the fish market is the best place to find a wide and interesting variety of fish.

Walk through the lively markets of Mindelo with your local guide* (Fish, Municipal/Vegetable & Fruits, African)

Largest market in São Vicente, you will see a colorful array of fruits, vegetables, teas, liquors, and handmade local products.

Ascend to the highest point on the Island of São Vicente, Monte Verde, 750 meters, 2,460 feet, here you will take in the fresh mountain air, smell the crop of fresh growing teas, observe the entire city of Mindelo with the best views! Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee at the natural tea house on top of Monte Verde.

Lively fishing village, witness and hear about living in the villages of São Vicente. Also home of he best beach for kite or windsurfing on the Island.

Beautiful enclosed bay of blue/green water, with amazing views of the coast. Take some time for a swim. This beach is where we have held the annual International Music Festival of Baia das Gatas for 35 years.

Enjoy a swim or dive off of the trampolim into the clear blue lagoon at our famous beach of Baia das Gatas.

Drive along the stunning coastal road of North Baia / Praia Grande, the coastline here is sweeping of majestic white sand dunes and black volcanic mountains, with gorgeous changing blue waters. Head to our fishing village of Calhau also home of Volcano Viana

Discover our Agricultural Oasis on the Island, and farm animals

Hear about our cultural traditions, and religion. Have a look into our beautiful and peaceful cemetery.

Don't forget!

Not wheelchair accessibleNot stroller accessibleLet us know if child seat is requiredBe advised that we will travel up to the summit of Monte Verde with high altitude.Hotel pickups commence prior to this time We may pick you up at your accommodation in Mindelo, or we can meet at the Centro Cultural, Mindelo - SHORE EXCURSIONS GUARANTEED to return to your ship on time!

Thank you for thinking of us for your Cabo Verde experience!
Our beautiful islands are a paradise, with opportunities for all to participate in and enjoy. We are Green Line Tours of Cabo Verde :) Local experts with a passion for sharing our beautiful Islands:)

São Vicente is a beautiful Island vibrant, small cosmopolitan city full of life! Great food, cafés ️ music beautiful beaches and villages where you can find local people, places to stop for lunch/dinner/drinks Home of the best Carnaval and Festivals. It’s a city you will come to know and be an explorer of your own! Experience it with us and you will surely get the best of São Vicente
Cultural, Historical, City, Coastal, Landscapes

Includes Professional Local Guide, Transportation, Tea or coffee at summit of Monte Verde, and of course a Fantastic time!