Half Day: Monte Verde and Villages, São Vicente

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Half Day: Monte Verde and Villages, São Vicente, Cape Verde

Duration

4.5 hours

Languages

German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish, Dutch

Guests

1-10

Marvel at our beautiful contrasting coasts, take time for a swim, dive or moment to put your feet in the sand of our pristine black and white sand beaches, while taking in the coastal breeze and breathtaking views. Experience life on the lived-in Villages

Included

Guide
Pick up and drop off at accommodation in Mindelo
Private transportation
Professional Tour Guide (English, French, Portuguese and Spanish)
Tasting of tea or coffee at Monte Verde Tea House (depends on availability)
Liability insurance

Not included

Lunch
Personal expenses
Gratuities

Itinerary

Mindelo. Pick up at accommodation in Mindelo (let us know your location?) or meet in front of the Cultural Center of Mindelo at 09:00

Monte Verde. Take a scenic drive to Monte Verde, 774m or 2,539ft, the highest peak in Sao Vicente, here you will observe the greenest and most fertile place on the island, as most of it is claylike, on a clear day you will have the opportunity to take wonderful pictures of the breathtaking panoramic views of the city and beaches that outline the outskirts. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee at the Tea house

Salamansa, Fishing Village. Fishing village of Salamansa is an active village with a different lifestyle than in Mindelo. Here you can also find water sports such as Kite and Wind surfing

Baia das Gatas. Visit one of the most popular beaches, Baia das Gatas Here you may take a swim in the clear blue lagoon, dive into the ocean from the pier.

Coastal Road Baia, Norte Baia to Calhau. Drive on the most beautiful coastal road of North Baia, marvel at the contrasting long beach coastline with it black volcanic mountains, sweeping white sandiness, and crystal blue ocean.

Praia Grande. Witness the smashing waves a one of our popular surfing beaches

Calhau, Fishing Village & Agricultural Valley. Visit Calhau, an oasis! A charming small farming and fishing village also home of Vulcao Viana, one of the of last extinct volcanos on the Island. In the valley of Calhau we will see traditional farming by hand, animals, water wells, and windmills.

Mindelo. Return to your accommodation after a fantastic day exploring the Islands villages, beaches, and villages.

Don't forget!

Most of our travel will be by vehicle, though we will have time to get out at Baia das Gatas for a walk and swim, wear your bathing suit and bring a towel, if desired (there is no public place to change your clothing). Wear comfortable clothing, shoes, sun protection and bring a bottle of water. Be advised that we will travel up to the summit of Monte Verde with high altitude. We will make a stop for lunch, the restaurant accepts euros and escudos (local currency), also Visa Cards; lunch is typically 11 to 20 euros. Please inform us of any health, mobility or dietary restrictions, allergies or special requirements/occasions.Note: this is an open group tour, if there is a need, the guide may speak more than one language. Swimsuit, towel, sun protection, hat, bottle of water, money or credit card for lunch

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

Visit our beautiful coastal beaches and villages; Baia das Gatas, Norte Baia, Praia Grande, and Calhau and be in touch with locals.

Relax on the beach of Baia das Gatas, here you may enjoy a swim or dive off of the trampolim into the clear blue lagoon.

Experience the sand dunes of Norte Baía

Discover our Agricultural Oasis on the Island, and farm animals

Cancellation Policy

Standard Viator policy 0% charge if cancelled within 24000 hours of start. 100% charge if cancelled within 24 hours of start.

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Meeting point

Cabo Verde